Metric Plug Tap, Standard, 4mm - .70 - Vermont American

The Vermont American 21117 Metric Plug Tap is a professional-grade tool engineered for precision threading in demanding automotive and industrial applications. Designed to create accurate M4 x 0.70 metric threads, this tap is an essential component for technicians and machinists requiring reliable thread repair or creation in a variety of materials. Its robust construction ensures consistent performance and extended tool life in rigorous work environments.

Key Features

• Precise M4 x 0.70 Thread: Specifically designed for cutting standard M4 x 0.70 metric threads, crucial for a wide range of fasteners.
• Standard Plug Tap Design: Features a common plug-style tap, ideal for through-hole applications and starting new threads with ease.
• Durable High-Carbon Steel Construction: Manufactured from high-carbon steel, providing exceptional strength and resistance to wear, ensuring longevity and consistent performance.
• Four-Flute Design: Engineered with four flutes to optimize chip evacuation, reducing clogging and facilitating smoother tapping operations.
• Permanently Marked Drill Size: For user convenience and accuracy, the recommended drill size (typically 3.3mm or 3.4mm for an M4 x 0.70 tap) is permanently marked directly on the tap, streamlining tool selection.

Applications

This metric plug tap is indispensable for professional technicians working on foreign cars, motorcycles, and a wide array of industrial machinery. It is highly effective for creating new threads or repairing damaged ones in various materials, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and wood, making it a versatile tool for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations. Its precision is vital for ensuring secure fastenings in critical assemblies.