Diecast Aluminum Bottoming Thread Forming Taps by Penn Tool Co.

Balax Diecast Bottoming Thread Forming Taps, designed for diecast aluminum, eliminate chip removal in blind holes, work effectively on steel and stainless steel, and minimize oversized threads. They outlast cutting taps by 3 to 20 times, reduce tap breakage, speed up tapping, and suit non-lead screw tappers. These taps feature a 0-degree helix angle with bottoming chamfer style, 60-degree pitch angle, and 2-1/2 inch chamfer, and come in various sizes and classes of fit.

• Diecast Aluminum Focus: Ideal for diecast aluminum applications
• Chip-Free Tapping: Eliminates chip issues in blind holes
• Robust Threads: Effective on materials like steel and stainless steel
• Precise Threading: Minimizes oversized threads by not cutting metal
• Extended Tap Lifespan: Forming taps last 3 to 20 times longer
• Efficient Tapping: Reduces cycle time and machine downtime
• Non-lead Screw Compatibility: Suitable for CNC machines and others without lead screws
• Helix Angle: Features a 0-degree helix angle with bottoming chamfer style
• Pitch Angle: Equipped with a 60-degree pitch angle
• Chamfer Size: Has a 2-1/2 inch chamfer
• Cutting Direction: Right-hand cutting direction
• Shank Type: Features a square shank with a smooth surface finish
• Class of Fit: Offers 2B, Metric 6H class of fit