8317 Metric Plug Tap, HCS, 4mm X 0.70 Thread
SKU #EJ23712 Model #8317 UPC #042526083174
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$ 4.99
Bantly Hardware Johnstown, PA
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Description
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The Irwin 8317 is a metric plug tap designed for hand threading work in a variety of materials. With a 4mm diameter and 0.70 pitch, it is ideal for routine maintenance, repair work, and rethreading applications where high accuracy and tolerance thread are not critical. This straight flute tap produces a class 2B thread and is suited to these general-purpose applications.
Plug taps are versatile tools used to cut internal threads in pre-drilled holes. The Irwin 8317 offers efficient chip removal during the threading process, making it a reliable choice for restoring or creating metric threads in common materials.
Features and Benefits
- Straight Flute Design: Flutes are ground to provide rapid chip removal for efficient threading in hand tapping applications.
- Metric Compatibility: 4mm diameter with 0.70 pitch ensures compatibility with many metric fasteners and standard metric hardware.
- High Carbon Steel (HCS): Durable material provides reliable performance for routine threading and rethreading work.
- Class 2B Thread: Produces threads suitable for general-purpose applications where high accuracy and tolerance are not critical.
- Hand Threading: Designed specifically for manual operation in a variety of materials.
Specifications
- Brand: Irwin
- Model: 8317
- Thread Size: 4mm x 0.70 (metric)
- Tap Type: Plug tap, straight flute
- Flutes: 4-flute
- Material: High carbon steel (HCS)
- Thread Class: 2B
- Recommended Pilot Drill: #30 or 1/8 inch
How to Use
- Pilot Hole: Drill a pilot hole using a #30 drill bit or 1/8 inch equivalent to prepare the workpiece for tapping.