Irwin M14 x 1.25mm HCS Plug Tap - Bulk (1749)

The Irwin M14 x 1.25mm HCS Plug Tap - Bulk (1749) is a professional-grade threading tool designed for creating and repairing M14 x 1.25mm metric threads. Crafted from high-carbon steel, this tap offers a balance of hardness and durability, making it suitable for a wide range of hand-tapping applications. The plug chamfer, which features 3 to 5 threads of taper, is a versatile design that makes it easy to start new threads and is effective in both through holes and blind holes. Its straight flute design efficiently guides chips out of the hole, ensuring a clean and precise thread cut.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Creates Precise Metric Threads: The M14 x 1.25mm dimensions are ideal for a variety of automotive and machinery applications that require exact metric specifications.
• Plug-Style Chamfer for Versatility: The 3-5 thread taper makes this tap easy to start in most materials and suitable for both through holes and blind holes, making it a highly versatile tool for any project.
• High Carbon Steel Construction: Made from High Carbon Steel, this tap provides the necessary hardness for cutting threads in metals while resisting fracture, ensuring a long service life.
• Efficient Chip Removal: The straight flutes are designed to effectively clear chips from the cutting area, which prevents clogging and helps produce clean, accurate threads.
• Clear and Permanent Etching: The tap size and drill size are etched directly on the tool, eliminating the need to guess or search for the right tap.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Thread Size: M14 x 1.25mm
• Material: High Carbon Steel (HCS)
• Chamfer: Plug
• Flutes: 4, Straight
• Included: One (1) Irwin M14 x 1.25mm HCS Plug Tap (Bulk)

HOW TO USE:

1. Prepare the Hole: Select the correct drill bit for the M14 x 1.25mm thread. Drill a hole to the required depth, ensuring it is straight and clean.
2. Lubricate the Tap: Apply cutting fluid or a suitable lubricant to the tap and the hole to reduce friction and heat, which helps produce a cleaner thread and extends the life of the tap.
3. Start the Tap: Place the tap into the hole and ensure it is perfectly perpendicular to the surface. Use a tap wrench to apply even, downward pressure while slowly turning the tap clockwise (for a right-hand thread).
4. Cut the Thread: Turn the tap two full turns clockwise, then back it off a half-turn counter-clockwise. This motion breaks the chips and clears them from the cutting flutes. Continue this process until the thread is cut to the desired depth.
5. Finish the Job: Once the thread is fully cut, carefully unscrew the tap from the hole. Clean the newly cut threads of any remaining chips or debris.

BENEFITS OF USING IRWIN M14 X 1.25MM HCS PLUG TAP - BULK (1749):

• Professional-grade performance: This tap is engineered to meet the demands of professional applications, delivering consistent and reliable results.
• Versatile application: The design is suitable for both creating new threads and restoring old, damaged threads, making it a flexible tool for a variety of projects.
• Longevity: Made with High Carbon Steel, the tap is built to withstand repeated use in different materials, providing a good return on your investment.
• Ease of use: The combination of the plug chamfer and clear etching on the tool simplifies the threading process for both experienced professionals and hobbyists.
• Trusted brand: Irwin is a well-respected brand in the tool industry, known for manufacturing quality threading tools that stand the test of time.

FEATURES:

• Bulk packaging for single-unit purchases
• Made from durable High Carbon Steel
• Plug-style chamfer for easy starting
• Four straight flutes for efficient chip removal
• Size is permanently etched on the tap
• Designed for hand-tapping applications
• Suitable for a wide range of materials
• Creates right-hand metric threads