Eagle Cutting Tool HT-1032-B-I 10-32 Hss Hand Tap

Product Description

The EAGLE CUTTING TOOL HT-1032-B-I is a 10-32 high-speed steel (HSS) hand bottom tap designed for cutting internal threads to the bottom of a blind hole. The bottom tap style features minimal taper at the lead end, allowing threads to be formed as close to the base of the hole as possible. At 0.02 pounds, this is a lightweight, precision hand tool suited for threading operations in metal, plastic, and similar materials. It is intended for manual use with a standard tap wrench and is appropriate for machinists, electricians, HVAC technicians, and maintenance professionals working with 10-32 threaded fasteners.

The HT-1032-B-I is used in applications requiring 10-32 Unified Fine (UNF) internal threads, particularly in blind-hole situations where thread engagement must extend to the full depth of the hole. Common applications include panel work, electrical enclosures, and light fabrication tasks where 10-32 machine screw threads are standard. This tap is an import-grade tool suited for general maintenance and production threading where a cost-effective option is appropriate.

Key Features

• Bottom tap geometry allows threading to the floor of a blind hole
• 10-32 UNF thread form for compatibility with standard 10-32 machine screws and fasteners
• High-speed steel (HSS) construction provides durability across a range of workpiece materials
• Lightweight at 0.02 pounds for easy handling during hand-tap operations
• Minimum order quantity of 1 unit for individual or small-quantity purchasing

Compatibility

Designed for use in any application requiring 10-32 UNF internal threads in blind holes, compatible with standard tap wrenches and T-handle tap drivers sized for hand taps.

Installation Notes

This tap is installed by hand using a tap wrench or T-handle driver — do not use power drivers without appropriate torque control, as HSS taps are brittle and can snap under excessive rotational force. Always use cutting fluid appropriate to the workpiece material to extend tap life and produce cleaner threads. Ensure the correct tap drill size is used prior to tapping; for 10-32 UNF, consult a standard tap drill chart. Back the tap out periodically to clear chips, especially in deeper blind holes.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: 10-32 UNF
• Tap Type: Hand Bottom Tap
• Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
• Weight: 0.02 pounds
• Minimum Order Quantity: 1

Standard Information

• Brand: EAGLE CUTTING TOOL
• Manufacturer Part Number: HT-1032-B-I