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Bright uncoated spiral point tap with three flutes and plug chamfer

Cleveland

Cleveland C57232 Spiral Point Tap 5/8-11 UNC 3 Flutes H5

SKU CH-5HXT-HEMAX

A spiral point tap for 5/8-11 UNC threads, made from high-speed steel with three flutes and an H5 thread limit for 2B-3B class fit

  • Cuts clean through-holes with spiral-point chip ejection
  • 5/8-11 UNC thread fits standard coarse fasteners
  • H5 limit delivers 2B-3B class-of-fit accuracy
  • High-speed steel resists wear in repeated tapping
  • Three flutes balance strength and chip clearance

Cleveland C57232 Spiral Point Tap

This Cleveland C57232 spiral point tap cuts 5/8-11 UNC threads in through-hole applications. The plug-style design pushes chips ahead of the cutting edges for efficient evacuation. Three flutes provide balanced chip clearance during operation. Machinists and maintenance technicians use this tool for general-purpose threading tasks.

High-speed steel construction and H5 thread limit

High-speed steel construction offers standard wear resistance for cutting ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The bright uncoated finish suits applications where coatings are unnecessary. The H5 thread limit produces a 2B-3B class of fit for standard assemblies. Right-hand cutting direction matches conventional threading requirements.

Thread length and drill size define capacity

Thread length measures 1 13/16 inches for the cutting portion. The recommended 75 percent thread drill size is 13.60 mm for proper thread engagement. Overall length reaches 3 13/16 inches for standard toolholder compatibility. Deeper threads or larger diameters require different tooling.

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Price $34.99
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Brand nameCLEVELAND

Questions about this item

Should I choose the H5 thread limit for my 5/8-11 UNC threading job?

The H5 limit produces a 2B-3B class of fit, suitable for general-purpose threading where standard tolerance is required on 5/8-11 UNC holes.

What does the 13.60 mm drill size mean when I prepare the hole?

Drill the hole to 13.60 mm to achieve approximately 75 percent thread engagement before tapping with this 5/8-11 UNC tool.

How does the spiral point design affect chip flow in a through-hole?

The spiral point pushes chips ahead of the tap, making it effective for through-hole threading in materials where forward chip evacuation is preferred.

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