Spiral Flute Tap: #10-32 UNF, 3 Flutes, Plug, 3BX Class of Fit, Cobalt, Nitride Coated MPN:BU306011.5041

Spiral flute tap made from cobalt alloy steel featuring an Unified National Fine (UNF) Thread size #10-32 with three flutes, a Plug style that holds chips to clean threads as the tap is withdrawn, 3BX Class of fit providing strong thread engagement for precision applications. The product comes coated with a nitride finish resisting abrasion or galling from the workpiece materials, prolonging its life in tapping operations. Suitable for professional machinists or DIYers tackling tough materials requiring high tensile strength and reliable thread formation such as stainless steel, titanium alloys, or superalloys where precision is critical. The product's versatility eases usage across various industries including aerospace, automotive, marine and medical applications to manufacture parts with superior fit and finishes with ease.