Universal Carbide Point Tap for Steel & Stainless Steel Threading
Bullet Points
High-hardness carbide body : Manufactured from cemented carbide with higher hardness and hot hardness than conventional HSS taps, suitable for machining harder workpieces .
Quick thread start-up : Optimized point chamfer enables fast thread start with reduced lead-off, helping improve thread alignment.
Improved wear resistance & longer tool life : The carbide body provides better wear resistance on harder or gummy workpieces, reducing tool changes.
Stable thread quality : Tight dimensional and geometric tolerance control helps ensure consistent, qualified thread formation .
Broad material compatibility : Suitable for carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum alloy and other materials .
CNC & general equipment compatible : Standard shank design fits CNC machining centers and general-purpose tapping machines .
Flexible customization : Special sizes, thread standards, coatings and packaging can be customized per request.
Applications
Workpiece materials : Carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel (e.g. 304/316), cast iron, aluminum alloy, copper alloy, etc. .
Equipment : CNC machining centers, CNC drilling machines, dedicated tapping machines, general drilling machines, etc.
Typical machining scenarios :Thread start-up in through-holes、Shallow thread formation、 High-volume tapping on harder workpieces、High-takt continuous production lines requiring wear-resistant tapping
Industries: General machining, automotive parts, mold manufacturing, hardware tools, electrical equipment manufacturing, etc.
Hot Q&A
- What materials is this tungsten steel tip tap suitable for machining?
Answer: This carbide point tap is designed for internal threading on steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum alloy and other materials. For the optimal hardness range, we recommend confirming with our sales engineer before purchasing to match the tap with your specific machining conditions.
- How to choose the correct tap size?
Answer: Tap selection depends on your thread standard (ISO Metric, UNC, UNF, etc.), thread size, workpiece material and hardness. Please share your thread drawing, workpiece material and machining type (through-hole / blind hole) so we can recommend the most suitable specification. The actual size coverage available should be confirmed with our sales team.
- Is this tap suitable for through-hole or blind-hole applications?
Answer: The point tap is best suited for through-holes or shallow threaded holes due to its starting geometry. For blind holes, we recommend using a corresponding spiral flute tap or bottoming tap. Please share your specific application so we can provide a proper recommendation.
- Is it necessary to use cooling lubricant when using it?
Answer: Using cutting fluid can significantly extend tool life and improve thread surface quality. It is strongly recommended when machining stainless steel, alloy steel and other gummy materials. Please confirm with us the recommended fluid type (emulsion, synthetic or cutting oil) based on your actual conditions.
