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Irwin carbon steel machine screw tap, straight flutes, #6-32 NC thread

Irwin Tools

Irwin 6 x 32 NC Machine Screw Tap

SKU CH-Z3FK-J4EWN

Cuts #6-32 NC threads in metal using a #36 or 3/32" drill, with straight flutes for chip removal

  • Product typeDies & Taps
  • #6 x 32 National Course thread for standard machine screw repairs
  • Carbon steel construction withstands routine maintenance and repair work
  • Straight flutes ground for rapid chip removal during efficient threading
  • Produces Class 2B threads suitable where high accuracy is not critical
  • Use with #36 or 3/32" drill bit for hand threading in various materials

Irwin #6-32 Machine Screw Tap

This Irwin carbon-steel tap cuts National Coarse #6-32 threads for routine maintenance and repair work. It produces a Class 2B fit where high-precision tolerances are not critical. The tool is intended for hand threading across a variety of materials.

Thread capacity and chip clearance

Straight flutes ground into the body give rapid chip removal during each cutting pass. The design handles standard machine-screw threading tasks but is not suited for high-accuracy production runs. A #36 or 3/32 inch drill bit prepares the correct hole size.

Hand-operation feel and durability

Carbon-steel construction resists wear during occasional rethreading jobs. Hand-powered use keeps torque low and reduces the risk of tap breakage in softer metals. The tap requires cutting fluid to manage heat and extend tool life.

How it compares

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Price $9.99
Cheaper than about 77% of the 477 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIrwin
Product typeDies & Taps

Questions about this item

Will this #6-32 tap work with the #36 drill bit I already own?

Yes, the tap is designed for use with a #36 or 3/32 inch drill bit to prepare the correct hole size.

How can I verify the threads are cut correctly after using this tap?

The tap produces a Class 2B thread fit; check with a matching #6-32 bolt for smooth engagement and proper alignment.

Does the package include the required #36 drill bit or only the tap?

The product is the machine screw tap only; a #36 or 3/32 inch drill bit must be purchased separately.

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