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Westward M8x1.25 taper hand tap, carbon steel, bright finish, four straight flutes

Westward

Westward 2LXN5 Straight Flute Hand Tap M8-1.25 Taper 4 Flutes Metric

SKU CH-8VKQ-T7FAD

Cuts M8 × 1.25 metric coarse threads with a straight-flute taper design and four flutes in uncoated carbon steel

  • Product typeHole, Drill, Bore & Wire Gauges
  • Metric M8 x 1.25 thread cuts standard coarse holes
  • Taper chamfer starts threads easily in through-holes
  • Four straight flutes clear chips efficiently in blind holes
  • Carbon steel construction resists wear during hand tapping
  • Bright uncoated finish suits general-purpose threading tasks

M8-1.25 Metric Straight Flute Hand Tap

The Westward 2LXN5 is a straight flute hand tap designed for cutting M8 x 1.25 metric coarse threads. It suits maintenance technicians and machinists who need to create new internal threads or repair damaged ones in a workshop or field setting.

Taper Lead with Four Flutes

The taper chamfer provides a gradual start that eases alignment when beginning a thread by hand. Four flutes distribute cutting forces evenly and improve chip evacuation, reducing the chance of tap breakage during manual operation.

Carbon Steel Construction and Right-Hand Threading

Bright, uncoated carbon steel offers reliable wear resistance for general-purpose tapping in steel and non-ferrous metals. The right-hand thread direction matches standard fastener conventions, and the 1 1/8 inch thread length accommodates typical through-hole depths.

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Price $2.99
Cheaper than about 96% 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

Will the carbon-steel tap need replacement once the cutting edges wear?

The tap is made of uncoated carbon steel; cutting edges will dull with use and the tool will need replacing when threads no longer cut cleanly.

What limits thread depth when using the 1 1/8 in thread length?

The 1 1/8 in thread length sets the maximum depth you can cut in a single pass; deeper holes require multiple passes or a longer tap.

Does the bright finish affect heat buildup during all-day tapping?

The bright uncoated finish offers no heat-barrier coating, so the tap will warm with continuous cutting; use cutting fluid to manage temperature.

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