Eagle Cutting Tool HT-20000-8-P-I Hss Hand Plug Tap 2-8

Product Description

The EAGLE CUTTING TOOL HT-20000-8-P-I is a 2-8 high-speed steel (HSS) hand plug tap designed for cutting internal threads in a range of materials. The plug chamfer — typically 3 to 5 threads of lead — makes this tap suitable for through-holes and most standard tapping applications where the tap needs to be started and guided into the workpiece. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and skilled tradespeople use this tap for hand-tapping operations where consistent thread form and tool durability are required. Weighing 4.2 pounds, the tap is sized for bench or handheld work.

This tap is suited for general-purpose threading in metal fabrication, HVAC equipment assembly, plumbing fixture work, and mechanical maintenance applications. The 2-8 thread designation indicates a 2-inch nominal diameter with 8 threads per inch (TPI), which is a coarse-pitch configuration used in heavy-duty fastening applications. It is commonly used in shop environments, maintenance shops, and field service situations where large-diameter internal threads must be cut or restored by hand.

Key Features

• 2-8 thread size — 2-inch nominal diameter, 8 TPI coarse pitch for heavy-duty threading
• High-speed steel (HSS) construction for durability and heat resistance during hand tapping
• Plug chamfer style provides 3 to 5 thread lead-in, suitable for through-hole and general tapping
• Import grade tap offering a cost-effective option for production or maintenance use
• Minimum order quantity of 1, available as a single unit

Compatibility

Designed as a standard hand plug tap for use in any application requiring a 2-8 UNC internal thread. Compatible with standard 2-inch tap wrenches and T-handle wrenches sized for large-diameter taps.

Installation Notes

Hand plug taps should be installed by machinists or qualified tradespeople familiar with threading operations. Always secure the workpiece firmly before tapping, use appropriate cutting fluid for the material being threaded, and back the tap out periodically to clear chips and prevent binding. Never force a tap against resistance — back off and clear the flutes to avoid breakage.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: 2-8
• Threads Per Inch (TPI): 8
• Nominal Diameter: 2 inches
• Tap Style: Hand Plug
• Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
• Weight: 4.2 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: EAGLE CUTTING TOOL
• Manufacturer Part Number: HT-20000-8-P-I