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Cleveland #8-32 straight-flute hand tap, bright high-speed steel, four flutes, right-hand threads

Cleveland

Cleveland C54280 Straight Flute Hand Tap #8-32

SKU CH-JJAD-RNG1H

Straight-flute hand tap cuts #8-32 UNC threads in a three-piece high-speed-steel set

  • Product typeTaps
  • Straight-flute design clears chips efficiently in through-holes
  • High-speed steel construction resists wear during repeated threading tasks
  • Bright uncoated finish suits general-purpose tapping applications
  • #8-32 UNC thread size matches standard fastener requirements
  • Three-piece kit provides taper, plug and bottoming taps

Cleveland C54280 Tap Kit — Purpose

The Cleveland C54280 is a three-piece straight-flute hand tap kit for cutting #8-32 UNC threads. It suits mechanics and hobbyists who need to create new internal threads or repair damaged ones in metal workpieces. The H3 limit and 2B class of fit target general-purpose fastening jobs.

Installation Notes

Straight-flute taps cut on the forward stroke and require frequent reversal to break chips, especially in deep holes. Use the 3.40 mm drill for the 75 percent thread depth before tapping. Apply cutting fluid and keep the tap aligned to avoid tap breakage or oversized threads.

Pre-Order Checks

Verify the workpiece material is compatible with high-speed steel uncoated taps. Confirm the required thread standard is UNC #8-32 with right-hand direction. Ensure you have a tap wrench that fits the 2 1/8 in overall length and can accommodate the four-flute design.

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Price $15.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCLEVELAND
Product typeTaps

Questions about this item

How can I verify the tap is cutting correctly after starting the thread?

The tap should produce clean, continuous chips and advance smoothly through the 3/4 in thread length without binding; the finished thread must accept a standard #8-32 UNC 2B gauge.

What comes in the package and what additional tools are required?

The kit includes three straight-flute hand taps; you will need a tap wrench and a 3.40 mm drill bit for the 75 percent thread hole.

Which thread limit should I select for a standard class 2B fit?

The H3 limit supplied in this kit is the correct choice for a #8-32 UNC class 2B internal thread.

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