Standard Pipe Tap: 2 - 11-1/2, NPT, 7 Flutes, High Speed Steel, Blue Diamond Finish MPN:99718

Standard Pipe Tap: 2 - 11-1/2, NPT, 7 Flutes, High Speed Steel, Blue Diamond Finish is a versatile pipe fitting tool designed to create screw threads on the internal surface of pipes and tubes. It is made from high-speed steel and features a blue diamond finish, ensuring durability during operation. The tap comes with a 7 flute design which promotes faster cutting and chip removal. This tool has a size range of 2 to 11-1/2 NPT (National Pipe Thread) sizes, making it suitable for most plumbing applications. Standard pipe taps are primarily used in industries such as mechanical, chemical, oil & gas, construction, waterworks and shipbuilding where the installation or repair of pipes is frequent. The thread types can vary depending on industry and material being joined, with NPT (National Pipe Thread) being commonly used for tapping into softer materials like iron or copper.