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Westward straight-flute hand tap 5/8"-11 UNC bottoming 4 flutes bright finish

Westward

Westward 2LWP2 Straight Flute Hand Tap 5/8"-11 Bottoming 4 Flutes UNC

SKU CH-2408-W83VG

Cuts 5/8"-11 UNC threads to the bottom of blind holes with four straight flutes in high-speed steel

  • Product typeHole, Drill, Bore & Wire Gauges
  • Bottoming chamfer starts threads in blind holes
  • Straight flute design clears chips in through holes
  • High-speed steel construction resists wear during tapping
  • UNC 5/8"-11 thread fits standard coarse fasteners
  • Right-hand cutting direction matches common thread orientation

Westward 2LWP2 Straight Flute Hand Tap 5/8"-11

This Westward straight flute hand tap cuts UNC threads in a 5/8"-11 size. It features a bottoming chamfer and four flutes made from high speed steel with a bright finish. The tool has an overall length of 3 13/16 in and a thread length of 1 13/16 in. It is designed for right hand threading applications.

Suited for through or blind hole threading to depth

Machinists and maintenance technicians creating new threads or repairing damaged ones in through holes or blind holes will find this tap suitable. The bottoming design allows threading close to the bottom of a hole. Buyers who need a taper or plug chamfer for easier starting in tough materials should look at something else.

Thread limit H5 fit class

The H5 thread limit defines the pitch diameter tolerance for the finished thread. This specification determines whether the tap produces the correct class of fit for the specific assembly requirement. Verify the required fit class before purchasing.

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Price $20.99
Cheaper than about 56% of the 2,474 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameWestward
Product typeHole, Drill, Bore & Wire Gauges

Questions about this item

How deep can the 5/8"-11 UNC bottoming tap cut threads in a blind hole?

The thread length is 1 13/16 in, so the tap cuts full threads to that depth in a blind hole.

Will the high-speed steel tap overheat during extended hand-tapping sessions?

High-speed steel resists heat buildup well; using cutting fluid keeps the tap cool during all-day use.

What size tap wrench or handle is needed to turn the 5/8"-11 tap?

A standard tap wrench that fits a 5/8"-11 tap shank is required; the tap has a right-hand thread and four straight flutes.

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