Accupro QA-0 M6 Tapping Adapter M6 Tap Series We 0

Product Description

The ACCUPRO QA-0 M6 is a quick-change tapping adapter designed to hold M6 taps during precision threading operations on CNC machining centers, tapping heads, and drill presses. It accepts a tap with a 6 mm shank diameter and a 4.9 mm tap square, providing a secure, torque-transmitting connection. The adapter projects 7 mm from the holder face and allows a tap depth of 15 mm, making it suitable for through-hole and blind-hole tapping in steel, aluminum, and similar materials. Machinists and tooling specialists install this adapter as part of a modular quick-change tooling system.

The QA-0 M6 adapter is used in production and job-shop environments wherever M6 metric tapping is required with a quick-change interface. Its WE 0 series designation places it within a standardized adapter family, enabling fast tool changes without re-indicating or retooling the spindle. It is well suited for repetitive tapping cycles in horizontal and vertical machining setups where downtime between tool changes must be minimized.

Key Features

• Quick-change interface for fast tap swaps without spindle retooling
• Accepts M6 tap with 6 mm shank diameter and 4.9 mm tap square
• 7 mm projection and 15 mm tap depth capacity
• Overall length of 26.5 mm with 22 mm flange diameter and 13 mm outside shank diameter
• Conforms to DIN 371 standard for metric tapping tooling
• No coolant-through design; suitable for external coolant or dry tapping applications

Compatibility

Designed for use with WE 0 series quick-change tapping systems accepting a 13 mm outside shank diameter adapter and compatible with M6 tap tooling conforming to DIN 371.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or tooling technicians. Ensure the spindle and tapping head are fully powered down and at rest before changing adapters. Confirm the tap shank and square dimensions match the adapter specifications before securing the tap. Follow the machine manufacturer's recommended procedure for seating and locking quick-change adapters to ensure proper torque transmission during the tapping cycle.