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03A052 - Walter 5-40 NC High-Speed Steel Plug Tap

Packaging: 3 per each
$19.52/ea

Package Price:

$58.56/3 per each

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OVERVIEW

Precision Threading with Walter High-Speed Steel Taps

The Walter 03A052 5-40 NC Plug HSS Tap is a premium-grade threading tool designed for industrial professionals who demand accuracy and longevity. Manufactured from top-quality High-Speed Steel (HSS), this tap is engineered to withstand the high thermal and mechanical stresses associated with cutting threads in hard metals. Unlike standard carbon steel taps, Walter's HSS composition ensures that the cutting edges remain sharp longer, reducing the frequency of tool changes and ensuring consistent thread quality across multiple operations.

This specific tool features a "Plug" chamfer style, which typically has a tapered lead of 3 to 5 threads. This design makes it the most versatile choice for general purpose threading, particularly for through holes where the tap can pass completely through the workpiece. The precision ground threads are meticulously hardened and tempered, a process that relieves internal stresses in the metal and enhances toughness. This results in a tool that is less prone to snapping under torque, a common issue with inferior threading tools.

Whether you are machining new components or repairing damaged threads in maintenance applications, the Walter 5-40 NC tap delivers unparalleled cutting action. It is optimized for use on a wide range of materials, including aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel. The superior finish of the tap reduces friction, allowing for smoother operation and cleaner threads that meet strict tolerance requirements. Trust Walter Surface Technologies for tooling that enhances productivity and delivers professional results every time.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:3 per each
Brand:Walter
Used to Cut:Steel or Stainless or Aluminum
Material:High-Speed Steel (HSS)
Thread Size:5-40 NC
Tap Style:Plug
Thread Type:NC (National Coarse)
Chamfer Length:3-5 Threads
Flute Type:Straight

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Walter 5-40 NC Plug HSS Tap

APPLICATIONS

  • Creating new 5-40 NC threads in drilled holes
  • Repairing or cleaning up damaged threads
  • Tapping through-holes in metal plates and components
  • Machining aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel parts
  • General maintenance and assembly operations

FAQ

A plug tap typically has 3-5 tapered threads at the tip, making it ideal for through holes or threading close to the bottom of a blind hole. A taper tap has a longer lead (7-10 threads) and is easier to start but requires more depth to cut full threads.

This tap is made of High-Speed Steel (HSS), which offers superior hardness and heat resistance compared to carbon steel taps.

Yes, the Walter 5-40 NC HSS tap is designed to cut stainless steel, as well as mild steel and aluminum.

For a 5-40 NC thread, the standard tap drill size is a #38 drill bit.

Plug taps can be used for blind holes, but they will not create full threads all the way to the very bottom. For threading to the bottom of a blind hole, a bottoming tap is usually required after starting with a plug tap.

No, this is the tap bit only. You will need a tap wrench or T-handle to operate it manually, or a suitable holder for machine use.

NC stands for National Coarse, which indicates the thread pitch standard. 5-40 means a #5 diameter with 40 threads per inch.

This tap is manufactured by Walter Surface Technologies, a leader in surface treatment and cutting tools.