Century Drill Tool Co Inc 96326 Metric Tap 18mm X 1.5

Product Description

The CENTURY DRILL TOOL CO INC 96326 is an 18mm x 1.5 metric tap machined from carbon steel for hand threading applications. It cuts a Class 2B thread profile, making it well suited for routine maintenance and rethreading tasks where tight tolerance fits are not required. Straight flutes are ground into the body to promote rapid chip evacuation, keeping the cutting action efficient and reducing the chance of binding during use. A 21/32 inch drill bit is the recommended pilot hole size before tapping. Sold in a bulk boxed package of 6 units.

This tap is designed for hand threading work across a wide range of materials encountered in general maintenance and repair environments. Typical applications include rethreading damaged metric fastener holes in equipment housings, brackets, and structural components. Because it produces a Class 2B thread, it is a practical choice for non-critical fits where standard clearance and engagement are acceptable. Maintenance technicians, industrial mechanics, and general tradespeople will find it useful for field repair work where specialized threading equipment is not available.

Key Features

• 18mm x 1.5 metric thread size for common metric fastener applications
• Carbon steel construction provides adequate hardness for hand tapping in a variety of materials
• Straight flutes ground to remove chips rapidly during threading
• Produces a Class 2B thread profile suited for standard-fit maintenance and repair work
• Requires a 21/32 inch pilot hole for correct thread engagement
• Sold as a package of 6 taps in bulk box packaging

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style hand tap for general threading and rethreading of 18mm x 1.5 metric holes in maintenance and repair applications where Class 2B thread tolerance is acceptable.

Installation Notes

Drill the pilot hole to 21/32 inch before tapping to ensure proper thread form and reduce tool stress. Use a calibrated tap wrench and apply cutting fluid appropriate for the workpiece material to extend tap life and improve thread quality. Back the tap off periodically to break and clear chips, especially in deeper holes. Power down or de-energize any equipment before performing rethreading work on installed components.