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Cleveland M2.5x0.45 spiral point tap, bright uncoated HSS, 2 flutes, 46.04 mm overall length

Cleveland

Cleveland C57044 Spiral Point Tap M2.5x0.45 2 Flutes 46.04mm

SKU CH-CBP2-K43AW

Metric M2.5 x 0.45 spiral-point tap in high-speed steel, 46.04 mm overall length, two flutes, right-hand cutting, D3 limit for 6H fit

  • Product typeTaps
  • M2.5 x 0.45 metric thread for precise holes
  • Spiral point pushes chips ahead for smoother tapping
  • 2-flute high-speed steel cuts cleanly in tough materials
  • 04 mm overall length reaches deeper work areas
  • Bright uncoated finish resists galling in general use

Spiral Point Tap M2.5x0.45

This Cleveland spiral point tap cuts M2.5 x 0.45 metric threads with a 46.04 mm overall length. The high speed steel body features two flutes and a bright uncoated finish for general purpose threading tasks.

Plug tap for through holes

The plug chamfer pushes chips ahead of the cut making it suited for through hole applications where chip evacuation is straightforward. It replaces hand taps when machine tapping speeds are available and the 75 percent thread drill size #46 is used.

Sustained machine tapping

High speed steel construction maintains hardness during repeated passes in steel and non ferrous metals. The D3 thread limit and 6H class of fit hold tolerance over long production runs without the coating wear that affects coated tools.

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Price $11.99
Cheaper than about 84% of the 5,493 comparable items (median $27.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCLEVELAND
Product typeTaps

Questions about this item

What drill size is required for the M2.5x0.45 thread on this Cleveland C57044 tap?

Use a #46 drill bit to achieve the recommended 75 percent thread engagement for this M2.5x0.45 spiral point tap.

How do I start the Cleveland C57044 tap straight to avoid cross-threading the M2.5x0.45 hole?

Align the tap perfectly perpendicular to the workpiece, apply steady pressure while turning clockwise, and reverse every half-turn to break chips in the 12.7 mm thread length.

When should I replace the Cleveland C57044 tap if the threads it cuts start to feel loose in a 6H fit?

Replace the tap when the D3 thread limit wears enough that the M2.5x0.45 threads no longer gauge within the 6H class of fit tolerance.

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