Eagle Cutting Tool HT-832-T-I 8-32 Hss Hand Taper Tap

Product Description

The EAGLE CUTTING TOOL HT-832-T-I is a high-speed steel (HSS) hand taper tap designed to cut 8-32 UNC threads in through-holes and blind holes. Taper taps feature a gradual lead angle across the first several threads, distributing cutting forces progressively and making thread starting easier in a range of workpiece materials. This tool is intended for hand tapping operations using a standard tap wrench or T-handle, and is suited for use by machinists, maintenance technicians, electricians, and HVAC or plumbing professionals threading metal components in the field or on the bench.

The HT-832-T-I is used in applications that require 8-32 UNC machine screw threads, a common fastener size found in electrical enclosures, control panels, HVAC equipment, and light mechanical assemblies. Taper taps are the preferred starting tap when threading new holes by hand, particularly in steel, aluminum, brass, and similar metals. This import-grade tap is appropriate for general-purpose threading tasks where production volume is moderate and cost efficiency matters.

Key Features

• Cuts 8-32 UNC threads — a widely used machine screw size in electrical and mechanical work
• High-speed steel (HSS) construction provides hardness and wear resistance for threading metal
• Taper lead distributes cutting load gradually, reducing tap breakage when starting threads by hand
• Designed for hand tapping with a standard tap wrench or T-handle driver
• Lightweight at 0.31 pounds — easy to carry in a field service pouch or toolbox

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose hand taper tap for any application requiring 8-32 UNC threads in metal or similarly machinable materials.

Installation Notes

Thread cutting should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with hand tapping procedures. Always secure the workpiece before tapping, apply appropriate cutting fluid to extend tap life and improve thread quality, and back off the tap periodically to break chips. Do not force the tap if resistance increases sharply — back out, clear chips, and re-apply cutting fluid to avoid tap breakage.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: 8-32 UNC
• Tap Type: Hand Taper
• Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
• Weight: 0.31 pounds
• Minimum Order Quantity: 1

Standard Information

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