Guhring 9008040026000 Spiral Point Tap M2.6x0.45 Cobalt

Product Description

The GUHRING 9008040026000 is a spiral point tap designed for cutting right-hand internal threads in through-hole applications. Built from cobalt high-speed steel with a bright finish, it produces M2.6 x 0.45 metric threads to a 6H class of fit with a D2/D3 thread limit. The plug chamfer aids in starting the tap squarely and progressively distributes the cutting load across the leading threads. At 50 millimeters overall length with a 2.80-millimeter shank diameter, this tap is sized for small-diameter precision threading work. The three-flute geometry supports chip evacuation forward through the cut, making it well suited for CNC and manual tapping in steel.

This tap is intended for through-hole threading in steel workpieces where chip flow ahead of the tap is acceptable or preferred. The spiral point design pushes chips forward rather than packing them in the flutes, which reduces the risk of chip clogging in production tapping operations. It fits standard collet and tap holder tooling sized for its 2.80-millimeter shank. Typical users include machinists, toolmakers, and maintenance technicians working in metal fabrication, OEM manufacturing, and repair environments that require small metric thread sizes.

Key Features

• M2.6 x 0.45 metric thread form with 6H class of fit and D2/D3 thread limit for controlled tolerance
• Cobalt high-speed steel construction for improved heat and wear resistance compared to standard HSS
• Three-flute spiral point geometry pushes chips forward, reducing clogging in through-hole applications
• Plug chamfer provides progressive thread engagement and easier tap starting
• Bright finish with no coolant-through requirement, compatible with flood or hand-applied cutting fluid
• Right-hand thread direction for standard tapping operations

Compatibility

Designed for through-hole threading in steel at M2.6 x 0.45 metric pitch. Fits standard tap holders and collets accepting a 2.80-millimeter shank diameter.

Installation Notes

This tap should be installed in a tap holder, collet chuck, or tapping head rated for small-diameter tooling. Ensure the workpiece is securely clamped and the pilot hole diameter is correct for the M2.6 x 0.45 thread form before beginning. Apply an appropriate cutting fluid for steel to extend tool life and improve thread quality. Inspect the tap for chipping or wear before each use, as small-diameter taps are sensitive to breakage under side load or misalignment.