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Bright uncoated high speed steel spiral point tap M16x1.5 with three flutes

Cleveland

Cleveland C57234 Spiral Point Tap Plug M16x1.5 3 Flutes

SKU CH-PJPY-GE668

Metric spiral-point tap cuts M16×1.5 threads in through-holes using three flutes and a 46.04 mm thread length

  • Cuts clean metric M16×1.5 threads with spiral-point design
  • Three flutes eject chips forward for smoother tapping
  • High-speed steel construction resists wear on tough materials
  • 04 mm thread length handles deeper holes
  • Bright uncoated finish suits general-purpose use

Cleveland C57234 Spiral Point Tap Plug M16x1.5

The Cleveland C57234 is a spiral point tap plug designed for creating M16x1.5 metric threads. Made from high speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, it features three flutes and a right hand thread direction for through hole tapping applications.

Machinists cutting M16 metric threads in through

This tap suits machinists cutting M16x1.5 threads in through holes where chip evacuation forward is preferred. It is not for blind holes requiring bottoming taps, nor for left hand threads or inch based thread standards.

Three flute design and spiral point geometry

The three flute design combined with spiral point geometry pushes chips ahead of the tap, reducing torque and improving thread quality in through holes. The bright finish provides a clean surface for general purpose tapping in steel and non ferrous materials.

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Price $36.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameCLEVELAND

Questions about this item

What drill size must I already have to cut the M16 × 1.5 threads this tap is designed for?

Use a 14.50 mm drill to produce the recommended 75 percent thread depth before tapping.

Will the 96.84 mm overall length and 46.04 mm thread length reach through the thicker workpieces I keep in the shop?

The tap provides 46.04 mm of cutting length within a 96.84 mm body, so measure your material against those dimensions.

How can I confirm the finished threads meet the 6H class of fit after tapping?

Check the internal threads with an M16 × 1.5 6H go/no-go gauge; the go member should enter fully and the no-go member should not.

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