Eagle Cutting Tool MT-180-250-T-I Hss Metric Taper Tap

Product Description

The EAGLE CUTTING TOOL MT-180-250-T-I is an M18.0 x 2.50 high-speed steel (HSS) metric taper tap designed for cutting internal threads in metal workpieces. The taper tap style features a gradual lead-in chamfer across the first several threads, which distributes cutting force progressively and makes thread starting easier, particularly in through-hole applications. At 0.38 pounds, it is a standard bench-weight tap suited for hand tapping, tapping machines, and CNC rigid tapping setups. Machinists, pipefitters, maintenance technicians, and general fabricators reach for this tap when threading ferrous and non-ferrous metals to the M18 metric standard.

This tap is intended for use in industrial, commercial, and maintenance-repair-overhaul (MRO) environments where M18 x 2.50 metric threads are required. The coarse 2.50 mm pitch is the standard pitch for M18 fasteners per ISO metric thread specifications, making this tap appropriate for general-purpose threading work including machinery frames, structural fixtures, and equipment housings where M18 hardware is common. It is suited for production shops, job shops, and field maintenance crews alike.

Key Features

• M18.0 x 2.50 metric coarse thread form per ISO standards
• High-speed steel (HSS) construction for cutting steel, cast iron, aluminum, and other common metals
• Taper lead chamfer distributes cutting load across multiple teeth for easier thread starting
• Lightweight at 0.38 pounds, compatible with standard tap wrenches and tapping machines
• Minimum order quantity of 1, available for single-unit purchase

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement or stock tap for any application requiring M18.0 x 2.50 metric coarse internal threads, compatible with standard tap holders, tap wrenches, and tapping heads sized for M18 taps.

Installation Notes

This tap should be installed and operated by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician familiar with threading operations. Ensure the workpiece is securely clamped and the correct tap drill size for M18 x 2.50 is used prior to tapping. Apply cutting fluid appropriate for the workpiece material to extend tool life and improve thread finish. Reverse the tap periodically during hand tapping to break chips and prevent binding.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: M18.0 x 2.50
• Thread Form: Metric Coarse (ISO)
• Tap Style: Taper
• Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
• Weight: 0.38 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: EAGLE CUTTING TOOL
• Manufacturer Part Number: MT-180-250-T-I