{"product_id":"century-drill-tool-73405-no-5-spiral-flute-screw-extractor","title":"Century Drill Tool 73405 No. 5 Spiral Flute Screw Extractor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CENTURY DRILL TOOL CO INC 73405 is a No. 5 spiral flute screw extractor designed to remove broken bolts and screws that have snapped off inside a fastening hole. The extractor handles bolt and screw sizes from 3\/8 inches to 5\/8 inches and also removes 1\/4-inch pipe. A 19\/64-inch drill bit is required to prepare the pilot hole, and left-hand cobalt drill bits are recommended for best results. The aggressive spiral flute design bites into the damaged fastener as it turns, drawing it out cleanly without further damage to the surrounding material. This tool is sold in a package of four extractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extractor is used across plumbing, mechanical, and general maintenance work wherever a fastener has broken flush or below the surface of a workpiece. Common applications include engine work, pipe repair, and structural fastener removal in both residential and light commercial settings. The 3\/8-inch to 5\/8-inch range covers a wide variety of standard bolt sizes encountered in trade work, making the 73405 a practical addition to any service technician's toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpiral flute design aggressively engages broken fasteners for reliable extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemoves bolts and screws sized 3\/8 inches to 5\/8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemoves 1\/4-inch broken pipe sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRequires 19\/64-inch pilot hole; compatible with left-hand cobalt drill bits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as a package of four extractors (No. 5 size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with broken or seized bolts and screws in the 3\/8-inch to 5\/8-inch range, and broken 1\/4-inch pipe; requires a 19\/64-inch left-hand cobalt drill bit for pilot hole preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified mechanic, plumber, or maintenance technician familiar with fastener extraction procedures. Before beginning, de-energize or shut off any system connected to the fastener being removed. Drill the pilot hole to the specified 19\/64-inch diameter using a left-hand cobalt bit, keeping the hole centered on the broken fastener. Insert the extractor and turn counter-clockwise with a tap wrench or locking pliers to engage and remove the broken piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtractor Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: No. 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt and Screw Removal Range\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8 inches to 5\/8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipe Removal Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Drill Bit Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19\/64 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Drill Bit Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Left-hand cobalt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.44 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: CENTURY DRILL TOOL CO INC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 73405\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CENTURY DRILL \u0026 TOOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51558886637874,"sku":"73405","price":24.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/387c985daf7864240020e7de677ad11d.jpg?v=1786421807","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/century-drill-tool-73405-no-5-spiral-flute-screw-extractor","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}