Cleveland C54325 Hand Tap 10-24 Unc Plug Hss Bright

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C54325 is a straight-flute hand tap designed for cutting 10-24 UNC threads in both blind and through-hole applications. Manufactured from high speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, it delivers consistent thread cutting performance across a range of workpiece materials. The plug chamfer style provides a gradual thread lead-in, making it suitable for general-purpose tapping where either a starting or continuation tap is needed. With an overall length of 2.375 inches and a thread length of 0.5 inches, this tap fits standard tap wrenches and is sized for hand tapping operations in production and maintenance environments. The H3 thread limit ensures accurate thread geometry within Class 2B and 3B fit tolerances.

This tap is used in machine shops, maintenance facilities, and field repair applications where 10-24 UNC internal threads are required. It is suited for blind hole and through-hole threading in alloy steel, carbon steel, aluminum, and free-machining stainless steel. The two-flute straight-flute design is appropriate for use in most general materials where chip evacuation demands are moderate. Machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and maintenance mechanics install this tap as part of routine threading operations.

Key Features

• Plug chamfer provides gradual thread engagement for blind and through-hole threading
• High speed steel construction for durability across multiple workpiece materials
• Bright uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting fluids on a wide range of metals
• H3 thread limit for precise Class 2B and 3B fit compliance
• Two-flute straight-flute geometry handles general-purpose tapping in alloy steel, aluminum, carbon steel, and free-machining stainless steel
• Right-hand thread direction for standard tap wrench and T-handle use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard-use hand tap for 10-24 UNC threading applications in machining and maintenance environments.

Installation Notes

This tap is installed by machinists and maintenance technicians using a standard tap wrench or T-handle. Before tapping, ensure the workpiece is securely fixtured and the pilot hole diameter matches the recommended drill size for 10-24 UNC threads. Apply an appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tap life and improve thread quality. Do not force the tap if resistance increases suddenly, as this may indicate chip packing or an undersized pilot hole.