Straight Flute Taps, Tap Type: Straight Flute , Thread Size (Inch): 5/16-24 , Thread Standard: UNF , Chamfer: Bottoming , Material: Vanadium High-Speed Steel MPN:383867

Straight flute taps engineered from vanadium high-speed steel allow for fast and efficient cutting while generating exceptional chip evacuation, making it ideal for various industries requiring precision, such as aerospace, automotive, military, tool, and die manufacturing. The UNF thread size of 5/16-24 permits precise taping while the bottoming chamfer ensures minimal chip formation in blind or tapped holes. In addition, the straight flute design offers an improved helix angle of 82 degrees which is self-cleaning preventing clogging as it works. Its versatility, strength, and exceptional hardness enable it to produce consistent results across applications thus providing operators with confidence during high precision machining work minimizing rework requirements ultimately reducing downtime on projects. With its compatibility in various machines and systems, engineers trust this straight flute tap delivering reliability through cost-effective performance while maintaining the highest standards of precision manufacturing ensuring exceptional results every time.