03B105 - Walter 5/8-18 NF HSS Plug Tap for Steel and Stainless

Precision Threading with Walter HSS Plug Taps

The Walter 03B105 5/8-18 NF Plug HS Tap is a premium-grade threading tool designed for industrial professionals who demand accuracy and longevity. Manufactured from high-quality High Speed Steel (HSS), this tap is engineered to cut precise threads into a variety of tough materials, including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. The HSS construction ensures that the cutting edges remain sharp even under high thermal stress, significantly outperforming standard carbon steel taps in production environments.

This specific model features a "Plug" chamfer, typically consisting of 3 to 5 threads. This design makes it the most versatile style of tap, suitable for the majority of through-hole applications and blind holes where threading to the very bottom is not critical. The precision-ground threads reduce friction during the cutting process, allowing for lower torque requirements and a cleaner finish on the internal threads of your workpiece. Whether used in a manual tap wrench or a machine setup, the Walter 03B105 delivers consistent performance.

Durability is a hallmark of Walter Surface Technologies' tooling. The 03B105 undergoes a rigorous hardening and tempering process, balancing hardness for cutting power with the toughness required to resist chipping. This makes it an excellent choice for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) as well as fabrication shops dealing with diverse metal grades. By choosing this National Fine (NF) thread tap, you ensure a tighter, stronger thread engagement for assemblies requiring high vibration resistance.

Incorporating this tool into your workflow means fewer tool changes and more reliable threading operations. It is compatible with standard tapping fluids and lubricants, which are recommended to further extend tool life and improve thread quality. Trust Walter's engineering to provide the bite and resilience needed for your most critical fastening projects.