Eagle Cutting Tool HT-5000-13-T-I Hand Taper Tap 1/2

Product Description

The EAGLE CUTTING TOOL HT-5000-13-T-I is a 1/2-13 high-speed steel (HSS) hand taper tap designed for cutting internal threads by hand. The taper lead chamfer gradually engages the material, reducing torque and making it well-suited for starting threads in through-holes or initiating a thread pass before bottoming or plug taps are used. At 0.31 pounds, it is lightweight and easy to handle with a standard tap wrench. Machinists, pipefitters, and maintenance technicians use this tap for thread repair and new thread creation in ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

This tap is suited for general-purpose threading applications in maintenance, repair, and fabrication environments. The 1/2-13 designation indicates a 1/2-inch nominal diameter with 13 threads per inch (TPI) in the Unified National Coarse (UNC) thread series. It is commonly used in structural, mechanical, and plumbing-support applications where 1/2-inch fastener threads are standard. The hand taper configuration makes it a practical choice when threading is performed manually without a machine tap holder.

Key Features

• 1/2-13 UNC thread form for wide compatibility with standard 1/2-inch fastener hardware
• High-speed steel (HSS) construction provides hardness and wear resistance for repeated use
• Taper chamfer lead eases thread entry and reduces starting torque
• Lightweight at 0.31 pounds for comfortable hand operation with a tap wrench
• Minimum order quantity of 1 allows single-unit purchase for targeted repair or replacement needs

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 1/2-13 UNC hand taper tap suitable for use in standard tap wrenches and compatible with any application requiring Unified National Coarse internal threads at 1/2-inch nominal diameter.

Installation Notes

This tap is installed by a machinist or qualified maintenance technician using a standard hand tap wrench. Before tapping, drill the correct tap drill size for 1/2-13 UNC threads and securely clamp the workpiece. Apply cutting fluid to extend tap life and reduce friction, especially in steel or cast iron. Back off the tap periodically to break chips and avoid tap breakage.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: 1/2-13 UNC
• Thread Standard: Unified National Coarse (UNC)
• Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
• Tap Type: Hand Taper
• Weight: 0.31 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: EAGLE CUTTING TOOL
• Manufacturer Part Number: HT-5000-13-T-I