Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF

Product Description

The Vermont American Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF is a high-quality tool that is perfect for cutting all types of internal threads. It is made from tough, carbon tool steel for long life and features a drill size permanently marked on each tap for easy reference. The tap is also made to exacting specifications, ensuring that it will produce clean, accurate threads every time.

Key Features

• Tough, carbon tool steel for long life
• Made to exacting specifications
• Cuts cleaner, more accurate threads and lasts longer
• Drill size permanently marked on each tap

Applications

The Vermont American Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF is ideal for use in a variety of applications, including:

• Machining
• Metalworking
• Construction
• Repair

Benefits

Using the Vermont American Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF offers a number of benefits, including:

• Increased productivity
• Improved accuracy
• Reduced downtime
• Longer tool life

How to Use

To use the Vermont American Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF, follow these steps:

1. Select the correct tap size for the thread you are cutting.
2. Drill a hole in the workpiece that is slightly larger than the tap's drill size.
3. Apply cutting oil to the tap and the workpiece.
4. Insert the tap into the hole and start turning it clockwise.
5. Apply light pressure to the tap and continue turning it until the threads are cut.
6. Back the tap out of the hole and clean it with a tap brush.

Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble cutting threads with the Vermont American Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF, here are a few things you can check:

• Make sure that you are using the correct tap size for the thread you are cutting.
• Make sure that the drill size you used is slightly larger than the tap's drill size.
• Apply cutting oil to the tap and the workpiece.
• Apply light pressure to the tap and continue turning it until the threads are cut.

Warranty

The Vermont American Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF is backed by a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

Additional Information

• The Vermont American Plug Tap, Fractional Size 7/16-20NF is available in a variety of lengths.
• The tap is also available in a variety of other fractional sizes.
• Vermont American is a leading manufacturer of high-quality taps and dies.