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Cleveland C55415 spiral point tap M3x0.5 HSS TiCN two flute

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Cleveland C55415 Spiral Point Tap M3x0.5 HSS TiCN 2 Flute

SKU CH-S1XK-XF037

Metric M3x0.5 spiral-point plug tap in high-speed steel with TiCN coating, 49.28 mm overall length and two flutes

  • Product typeTaps
  • M3x0.5 metric thread fits standard precision holes
  • Spiral point design pushes chips forward for clean through-holes
  • TiCN coating on high-speed steel resists wear at high speeds
  • Two flutes balance chip clearance with cutting strength
  • 28 mm overall length reaches deeper threaded features

Cleveland M3 Spiral Point Tap

The Cleveland C55415 is a spiral point tap designed for creating internal threads in through-hole applications. It suits machinists and maintenance technicians who need reliable metric threading performance. The plug chamfer style helps start threads cleanly in a variety of materials. This high-speed steel tool is built for general-purpose machine tapping operations.

TiCN Coating Extends Tool Life

The titanium carbonitride coating increases surface hardness and wear resistance compared to uncoated taps. This allows higher cutting speeds and longer intervals between tool changes. Two straight flutes provide efficient chip evacuation ahead of the cutting action. The coating also reduces friction and built-up edge formation during repetitive threading tasks.

M3x0.5 Thread Size Defines Fit

This tap cuts a standard M3x0.5 metric thread with a 6H class of fit and D3 thread limit. The 75 percent thread drill size is 2.50 mm for proper hole preparation. Overall length measures 49.28 mm with a 7.87 mm thread length. Shops requiring different thread pitches, diameters, or thread forms must select a different tap specification.

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Price $13.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 5,493 comparable items (median $27.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameCLEVELAND
Product typeTaps

Questions about this item

Will the TiCN coating on this M3x0.5 tap eventually wear and require the tool to be replaced?

The TiCN coating reduces friction and extends life, but like all coated taps it will wear with use; once the cutting edges dull or the coating is gone the tap must be replaced.

What limits continuous threading with this 2-flute spiral-point tap?

Chip evacuation capacity and heat buildup in the 7.87 mm thread length are the first limits during sustained tapping.

How much heat does the high-speed steel body generate during all-day tapping?

High-speed steel retains hardness at elevated temperatures, yet prolonged high-speed runs will still produce noticeable heat at the cutting zone.

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