Irwin 12002 TR2E Tap Wrench 1/4 to 1/2 Inch Capacity

Product Description

The IRWIN INDUSTRIAL TOOL CO 12002 is a double-ended tap wrench designed for use with taps, reamers, screw extractors, and other tools that feature a square shank. It accepts tap sizes ranging from 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch (6 mm to 12 mm), covering the most common threading tasks encountered in mechanical, plumbing, and general trade work. The chuck is adjusted and tightened by twisting a knurled nut, allowing quick, secure sizing without separate tools. At 2.5 pounds, the wrench provides solid feel and control during manual tapping operations across a range of materials.

This tap wrench suits residential and commercial maintenance, plumbing rough-in, and machine shop applications where hand tapping is required. It is equally useful on a job site or at a bench. Tradespeople who regularly chase or cut threads in metal, plastic, or composite materials will find it a standard addition to their threading kit. The square-shank chuck design makes it compatible with the most widely stocked tap styles.

Key Features

• Accepts taps and tools with square shanks from 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch (6 mm to 12 mm)
• Knurled nut adjustment for fast, tool-free chuck sizing and tightening
• Double-ended handle design for controlled torque application during hand tapping
• Compatible with taps, reamers, and screw extractors sharing square-shank geometry
• Sold in a package quantity of 5 units per order

Compatibility

Designed for use with taps, reamers, screw extractors, and other square-shank tools sized between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch (6 mm to 12 mm).

Installation Notes

Tap wrenches are typically used by machinists, pipefitters, plumbers, and general maintenance technicians for hand-threading operations. Before use, secure the workpiece firmly and ensure the tap is aligned perpendicular to the work surface to avoid tap breakage. Apply cutting fluid appropriate to the material being tapped. Follow NEC, IPC, or IFGC guidelines where tapped fittings are part of a regulated installation.