Thread Forming Tap: 1/4-28 UNF, 2BX Class of Fit, Bottoming, Powdered Metal High Speed Steel, TiN-T26 Coated MPN:BU446A00.5043

The thread forming tap is a unique and versatile tool designed for tapping in place rather than removing material while creating threads, allowing the formed thread to self-lock once the tap is extracted. This bottoming tap produces strong, clean and precise threads with less risk of damage on harder materials like hardened steel due to its TiN-T26 coating which extends tool life and resistance to wear, making it ideal for demanding applications in various industries. The 1/4-28 UNF designation indicates compatibility with a range of fasteners commonly found in industrial, automotive or commercial sectors while the powdered metal construction ensures strength and rigidity during tapping operations. Moreover, its 2BX class of fit reduces friction during tapping thus speeding up processing times, providing ease-of-use to professionals who require speed, precision, and reliability when machining blind or through-holes threads on diverse materials with varying degrees of difficulty.