Guhring 9048853048260 Spiral Point Tap 10-24 Unc Cobalt

Product Description

The GUHRING 9048853048260 is a spiral point plug tap designed for through-hole threading in steel and similarly machinable materials. Built from HSS-E cobalt steel and finished with an Ignator coating, it provides increased heat resistance and tool life compared to standard HSS taps. The tap cuts a 10-24 UNC right-hand thread to a 2B/3B class of fit with an H3/H4 thread limit. The overall length is 2.382 inches, with a thread length of 0.551 inches and a shank diameter of 0.194 inches. Three flutes and a plug chamfer make this tap well suited for machine tapping operations in through-hole applications where chip pushing is acceptable.

This tap is intended for through-hole threading in production and maintenance machining environments. The spiral point design pushes chips forward ahead of the cut, keeping the flutes clear and allowing higher feed rates in CNC and automatic tapping equipment. It is a standard choice for machinists, toolroom technicians, and maintenance mechanics tapping 10-24 UNC threads in steel components. The Ignator coating reduces friction and built-up edge, extending tool life in repetitive production runs.

Key Features

• 10-24 UNC thread form with right-hand cut and plug chamfer for through-hole applications
• HSS-E cobalt construction for improved heat resistance and tool life over standard HSS
• Ignator coating reduces friction and minimizes built-up edge during cutting
• H3/H4 thread limit produces 2B/3B class of fit threads
• Spiral point geometry pushes chips forward, keeping flutes clear in through-hole operations
• 3-flute design compatible with standard tapping chucks and CNC rigid tapping cycles

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style production tap for through-hole threading of 10-24 UNC threads in steel workpieces; part of GUHRING Series 4885.

Installation Notes

Install in a tapping chuck, collet, or rigid tapping holder appropriate for the shank diameter before use. Power down or e-stop the machine and confirm the spindle is stationary before loading or removing the tap. Follow shop-standard speeds and feeds for cobalt taps in the workpiece material; use an appropriate cutting fluid for steel. Inspect the tap for chipping or wear before each production run and replace at first sign of damage to avoid thread quality issues or tap breakage.