The Vermont American 21118 Metric Plug Tap is engineered for precision thread cutting in a variety of metal components found in automotive and industrial applications. This standard 4mm - .75 tap provides a reliable solution for creating new threads or repairing existing ones, ensuring components can be properly secured.
Key Features
- Standard Metric Threading: Designed for 4mm - .75 pitch metric threads, commonly encountered in imported vehicles and machinery.
- Recommended Drill Size: Clearly marked with a 1/8 inch drill size recommendation for accurate pilot hole preparation.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured by Vermont American, ensuring robust performance and an extended service life under demanding professional use.
- Permanent Drill Size Marking: Each tap features a permanently etched drill size for quick and error-free selection.
- Versatile Plug Style: The popular plug-style tap design facilitates general-purpose threading in through or blind holes.
Applications
This metric plug tap is primarily used by professional technicians and mechanics for creating precise internal threads in metal workpieces. It is commonly applied in the maintenance and repair of foreign cars, motorcycles, and various industrial machinery where metric fasteners are prevalent. The tap's design makes it suitable for both initial thread cutting in new material and for chasing or repairing damaged threads in existing components. Its reliability makes it an essential tool for automotive engine work, chassis repair, and general equipment fabrication where 4mm - .75 threads are required.
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