3/8-16 Plug RH 3B H3 Bright High Speed Steel 4-Flute Straight Flute Hand Tap MPN:C54583

This high speed steel hand tap is specifically designed for use in through-hole applications where a clean and smooth hole is desired. The 3/8-16 Plug RH 3B thread form has an 80 angle that ensures efficient cutting and minimal stress on the threads. The straight flute design allows for easy entry and exit of the tap into the workpiece, while also allowing for rapid material removal during the threading process. The right-hand spiral design helps to clear chips quickly and easily from the hole being tapped. This tap is ideal for use on a variety of materials such as cast iron, aluminum, brass or steel, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in industries such as automotive, aerospace, or general manufacturing. In terms of industry, this tap is most commonly used in aerospace and automotive due to the precision required when cutting threads in these industries. It can also be used in the manufacturing sector where high-quality threads need to be created consistently with minimal error. Overall, this 3/8-16 Plug RH 3B H3 Bright High Speed Steel 4-Flute Straight Flute Hand Tap from Cleveland is an exceptional choice for creating smooth and accurate threads in a variety of materials and applications.