Value Collection 315-1066 Round Die 12-32 High Speed Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 315-1066 is a round threading die designed to cut external threads on fasteners, studs, and cylindrical stock. Sized for 12-32 thread, it follows the Unified National Extra Fine (UNEF) standard and is machined from high-speed steel (HSS) for reliable cutting performance across a range of common metals. The die is adjustable, allowing the technician to fine-tune thread fit and compensate for tool wear over time. Right-hand thread direction matches the standard fastener orientation used in the vast majority of mechanical assemblies. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and trade professionals use this die for thread repair and new thread cutting operations.

This die is suited for threading operations on small-diameter stock in the 12-32 UNEF specification, commonly encountered in precision mechanical assemblies, electrical enclosure hardware, and light structural fastening applications. The adjustable design makes it practical for both production runs and one-off thread repair work in a shop or field setting. It is packaged as a single die, making it straightforward to add to an existing die set or replace a worn piece in a standard round die holder.

Key Features

• 12-32 UNEF thread size for precise extra-fine thread cutting
• High-speed steel construction for durability across common metal workpieces
• Adjustable design allows thread fit fine-tuning and extends tool service life
• Right-hand thread direction matches standard fastener orientation
• Single-die packaging for individual replacement or set supplementation

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard round die holders sized to accept 12-32 round dies; verify holder diameter compatibility before use.

Installation Notes

This die is installed and used by machinists and maintenance technicians familiar with hand threading and die stock equipment. Secure the die firmly in a properly sized round die holder before beginning any threading operation. Apply appropriate cutting fluid to the workpiece to reduce heat and improve thread finish. Inspect the die for wear or damage before each use and replace if cutting edges appear degraded.