Cleveland C54118 Tap Set 3-48 Unc Hss Bright

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C54118 is a three-piece tap set designed for cutting internal threads in 3-48 UNC applications. Manufactured from high speed steel with a bright finish, the set includes all three chamfer styles — bottoming, plug, and taper — giving technicians and machinists full control over thread initiation and completion in a single kit. The taps feature three flutes for efficient chip evacuation, a right-hand thread direction, and are ground to H2 thread limit for consistent, close-tolerance results. Overall length is 1.813 inches with a thread length of 0.5 inches.

This tap set is suited for light-duty threading work in metals and plastics where 3-48 UNC threads are required. The inclusion of taper, plug, and bottoming taps makes this set practical for both through-hole and blind-hole applications. It fits typical bench-top or hand-tapping operations in maintenance, repair, and fabrication settings where small fastener threads are common.

Key Features

• Three-piece set includes bottoming, plug, and taper chamfer taps for complete threading capability
• High speed steel construction provides durability across a range of workpiece materials
• Bright finish — no coating — allows easy visual inspection and is suitable for general-purpose use
• Three-flute geometry promotes chip clearance in short-thread applications
• H2 thread limit for consistent tolerance control on 3-48 UNC threads
• Right-hand thread direction, 0.5-inch thread length, 1.813-inch overall length

Compatibility

Designed for cutting 3-48 UNC right-hand internal threads; compatible with standard tap wrenches and holders sized for small-diameter hand taps.

Installation Notes

Hand taps of this size are typically used by machinists, maintenance technicians, and tool and die professionals. Always use an appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tap life and reduce breakage risk. Secure the workpiece firmly before tapping, and use a taper tap to start the thread before progressing to plug and bottoming taps as needed. Avoid forcing the tap — back off periodically to break chips, especially in blind holes.