Techniks 05628 ER32 Rigid Tap Collet 18 Mm Hand Tap

Product Description

The TECHNIKS 05628 is an ER32 rigid tap collet designed to hold hand taps securely in ER32-compatible toolholders during tapping operations. With an 18 mm collet size and a 14 mm square drive dimension, this collet provides positive engagement with the tap shank to prevent slippage under torque. It is suited for M22 and M24 hand tap sizes. Machinists and CNC operators working in job shop, production, or maintenance environments will find this collet a direct-fit solution for standard ER32 collet chucks. It does not support through-coolant or tension-compression tapping configurations.

This collet is intended for hand tap applications in ER32 collet chuck systems. The 18 mm bore accommodates M22 and M24 taps with a 14 mm square drive. It is appropriate for use on manual mills, CNC machining centers, and drill presses where rigid tapping is performed without a tension-compression floating holder. Typical materials tapped include steel, aluminum, and similar metals in light-to-medium production environments.

Key Features

• ER32 collet series for broad compatibility with standard ER32 chucks
• 18 mm collet bore size accommodates M22 and M24 hand taps
• 14 mm square drive engages tap shank securely for rigid tapping
• Hand tap configuration - not designed for tension-compression holders
• No through-coolant passage - suited for dry or flood-coolant external applications
• Lightweight at 0.5 pounds for easy handling and tool change

Compatibility

Designed for use with ER32 collet chuck systems. Compatible with M22 and M24 hand taps as stated in product specifications. Verify collet chuck clamping range and square drive acceptance before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist familiar with ER32 toolholding systems. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before inserting or removing the collet. Seat the collet fully into the ER32 nut before threading onto the chuck body, and tighten the collet nut to the chuck manufacturer's specified torque using an appropriate ER collet wrench. Inspect the collet bore and tap shank for debris or damage before each use to ensure secure engagement.