Century Drill Tool Co Inc 95201 1/8-27 Npt Pipe Tap

Product Description

The CENTURY DRILL TOOL CO INC 95201 is a 1/8-27 National Pipe Thread (NPT) tap designed for cutting internal threads in pipe fittings, couplings, and threaded pipe connections. The tap features precision-cut threads that are accurately formed to deliver consistent, exact thread profiles on every pass. The tool is heat treated and tempered to achieve file-hard thread geometry, which extends service life and maintains cutting performance across repeated use. It is sized for the 1/8-inch nominal pipe size at 27 threads per inch, following the NPT taper thread standard used throughout plumbing, HVAC, and gas line work. This tap is built for hand cutting applications and is suited for use by plumbers, pipefitters, and HVAC technicians.

This tap is used for internal threading on all types of pipe and pipe fitting materials in residential and light commercial applications. Common install scenarios include tapping new fittings, chasing damaged threads on valve bodies, and preparing fittings for gauge ports or pressure tap connections. The 1/8-27 NPT size is one of the most common thread sizes found on pressure gauges, drain plugs, and small-diameter pipe assemblies across plumbing, HVAC, and gas distribution systems. The package contains 2 taps per unit.

Key Features

• 1/8-27 NPT taper thread profile for standard internal pipe thread cutting
• Precision-formed threads for consistent, exact threading on each use
• Heat treated and tempered construction for file-hard thread cutting edges
• Extended service life due to hardened tool geometry
• Designed for hand cutting applications without power tools
• Sold as a 2-piece package

Compatibility

Designed for cutting 1/8-27 NPT internal threads on all types of pipe fittings and pipe connection materials in standard plumbing, HVAC, and gas piping applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber, pipefitter, or HVAC technician following applicable codes such as the IPC or IFGC. Shut off and depressurize any pipe or fitting before tapping. Use an appropriate cutting oil or thread-cutting fluid to lubricate the tap during hand cutting to reduce friction and extend tap life. Back the tap out periodically to clear chips and prevent tap breakage.