{"product_id":"import-22172-hex-rethreading-die-12-28-unf-right-hand","title":"Import 22172 Hex Rethreading Die 12-28 Unf Right Hand","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IMPORT 22172 is a hex rethreading die designed to restore damaged or corroded external threads to their original specification. Built from carbon steel, this die is suited for use on 12-28 UNF right-hand threads. Rethreading dies like this one are used to chase and clean existing threads rather than cut new ones, making them a fast repair solution on fasteners, fittings, and threaded rod. Licensed tradespeople in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical service regularly carry rethreading dies to recover stripped threads on equipment and hardware during field repairs, avoiding the need to source replacement hardware on the spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis die is intended for light repair and maintenance tasks where a 12-28 UNF right-hand external thread needs to be cleaned up without full replacement of the fastener or fitting. The hex body style allows it to be driven with a standard wrench or ratchet, making it practical for use in tight spaces typical of equipment cabinets, panels, and mechanical rooms. It is sold individually and is well-suited for inclusion in a field service toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e12-28 UNF thread size for right-hand external thread repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarbon steel construction provides adequate hardness for chasing threads on common fastener materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHex body design accepts standard wrenches or ratchets for easy field use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRight-hand thread direction matches the vast majority of standard fasteners and fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as a single unit, suitable for individual toolkits or low-volume restocking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style rethreading tool for restoring 12-28 UNF right-hand external threads on fasteners, fittings, and threaded components across general mechanical and trade applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRethreading dies should be used by qualified tradespeople familiar with thread standards and hand tool operation. Before chasing threads on any energized equipment, de-energize and lock out the system per applicable electrical or mechanical safety codes. Apply a suitable cutting or thread lubricant to the die before use to reduce friction and improve thread quality. Do not force the die over severely deformed threads; evaluate whether full fastener replacement is the safer option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12-28\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e: UNF\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Carbon Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.01 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: IMPORT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 22172\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IMPORT-GENERIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51711125979442,"sku":"22172","price":20.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/000d5c53dcd222fd43544bc1c067b048.jpg?v=1788474576","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/import-22172-hex-rethreading-die-12-28-unf-right-hand","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}