Drill America M16 x 2 High Speed Steel 4 Flute Hand Tap Set DWT Series
Why you'll like it
- Enhanced Chip Removal — 4 flute design reduces friction and efficiently clears chips for smoother tapping performance.
- Superior Durability — Constructed from high-speed steel to maintain cutting edge sharpness through demanding metalwork.
- Secure Handling — Round shank with a square end fits securely into standard tap wrenches for steady manual control.
- Versatile Threading — Engineered for creating new metric internal threads or repairing damaged threads with precision.
Product details
Description
The Drill America M16 x 2 High Speed Steel 4 Flute Hand Tap Set is a professional-grade threading tool engineered for creating internal metric threads by hand with exceptional precision. Built from premium high-speed steel, this set features an uncoated bright finish and a sturdy round shank with a square end configuration to ensure secure wrench engagement.
Designed for versatility, the 4 flute configuration effectively minimizes friction while enhancing chip evacuation, resulting in smoother tapping operations and cleaner thread formation in both through and blind hole applications. Ideal for machinists, maintenance professionals, and metalworking enthusiasts, this genuine USA-imported hand tap set delivers reliable performance and long-lasting durability for rigorous workshop tasks.
How to use
- Secure the appropriate tap into a compatible tap wrench.
- Align the tap squarely with the pre-drilled pilot hole of the correct size for M16 x 2 threads.
- Apply steady downward pressure while turning clockwise to cut threads, reversing slightly every full rotation to break chips.
Ingredients
High-Speed Steel (HSS)
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Drill America |
|---|---|
| UPC | 887861072731 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
What size is the tap drill for M16 x 2?
The standard drill bit size for an M16 x 2 metric thread is typically 14.0 mm, providing the correct minor diameter for optimal thread engagement before tapping.
Are these taps suitable for blind holes?
Yes, this set includes taps designed to handle both through holes and blind holes effectively, allowing for complete internal threading depth control.
What material are these hand taps made of?
They are crafted from high-speed steel, which provides excellent heat resistance, wear resistance, and structural strength for metal cutting applications.
Are these Drill America products authentic and imported from the USA?
Yes, this product is 100% authentic and imported directly from the USA. Dropy sources genuine items straight from American distribution channels to ensure you receive the exact manufacturer quality you expect.
Do these taps have a coating?
No, these feature an uncoated bright finish, making them highly versatile for a wide variety of general-purpose metalworking materials.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.