Century Drill Tool Co Inc 97323 Metric Plug Tap 14mm X 2.0

Product Description

The CENTURY DRILL TOOL CO INC 97323 is a metric plug tap designed for cutting and repairing internal threads in nuts and female-threaded parts. Sized at 14mm x 2.0, it matches the M14 coarse-thread standard used widely in automotive, mechanical, and industrial applications. The tap is manufactured from heat-treated tungsten steel for durability and edge retention under demanding use. It is intended for use with a 15/32-inch or 12.0 mm drill bit to prepare the correct pilot hole before tapping. This tool is suited for use by machinists, mechanics, and trade professionals who perform thread repair or fabrication work.

This plug tap is appropriate for residential shop, commercial, and field repair scenarios where M14 x 2.0 internal threads must be created or restored. Common applications include threading engine components, brackets, fastener bosses, and other metal parts requiring metric coarse threads. The plug tap style features a partial chamfer that allows it to start easily in a pre-drilled hole while still cutting full threads close to the bottom of a blind hole. It ships in a package quantity of three, making it practical for shops that perform repetitive thread repair tasks.

Key Features

• M14 x 2.0 metric coarse thread specification for wide compatibility in automotive and industrial work
• Heat-treated tungsten steel construction for extended cutting life and edge hardness
• Plug tap geometry balances easy starting with near-full thread depth in blind holes
• Use with 15/32-inch or 12.0 mm drill bit for correct pilot hole sizing
• Packaged in a quantity of three for shop or fleet maintenance efficiency

Compatibility

Designed for cutting and repairing M14 x 2.0 metric coarse internal threads in steel, aluminum, and similar machinable metals where a standard metric plug tap is required.

Installation Notes

This tap is installed by hand or with a tap wrench; always secure the workpiece before threading to prevent movement. Drill the pilot hole to the correct diameter of 15/32 inch or 12.0 mm before starting the tap. Apply cutting oil to the tap and workpiece to reduce friction, extend tool life, and produce cleaner threads. Reverse the tap periodically during cutting to break chips and prevent binding or breakage.