Eagle Cutting Tool HT-832-P-I Hss Hand Plug Tap 8-32

Product Description

The EAGLE CUTTING TOOL HT-832-P-I is an 8-32 high-speed steel (HSS) hand plug tap designed for cutting internal threads in metal and other materials. The plug chamfer style — with a tapered lead of roughly 3 to 5 threads — makes it suitable for through-holes and blind holes with adequate depth. Manufactured from HSS, it offers good wear resistance and hardness for hand-tapping operations in common shop materials. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and trade professionals use this tap for threading operations during fabrication, repair, and assembly work.

This tap is sized for the 8-32 thread standard, meaning a No. 8 major diameter with 32 threads per inch (TPI) — a Unified National Coarse (UNC) equivalent at No. 8 sizing frequently encountered in electrical, HVAC, and light mechanical assembly. It is well-suited for bench work and field repair scenarios where a hand tap wrench is used to cut new threads or chase damaged ones in steel, aluminum, and similar materials.

Key Features

• 8-32 thread form for common fastener applications in electrical and mechanical assemblies
• High-speed steel construction provides hardness and wear resistance for hand tapping
• Plug chamfer (3-5 thread taper) works in both through-holes and sufficiently deep blind holes
• Hand tap design compatible with standard tap wrenches and T-handle drivers
• Lightweight at 0.31 pounds for easy handling and portability

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style hand tap for use in any application requiring 8-32 internal threads, compatible with standard tap wrenches and holders accepting straight-shank hand taps.

Installation Notes

This tap is installed by a machinist or qualified trade technician using a hand tap wrench or T-handle. Always secure the workpiece before tapping and ensure the tap is started square to the hole to avoid thread damage or tap breakage. Apply appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tap life and improve thread quality. Do not force the tap — back off periodically to break chips, especially in blind holes.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: 8-32
• Tap Style: Hand Plug
• Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
• Weight: 0.31 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: EAGLE CUTTING TOOL
• Manufacturer Part Number: HT-832-P-I