Value Collection MSC-04438248 Straight Flute Tap 10-24 Unc

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MSC-04438248 is a straight flute tap designed for cutting 10-24 UNC internal threads in a wide range of materials. Built from high-speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, this tap features four flutes and a plug chamfer that allows it to start easily in through-holes or holes with sufficient clearance at the bottom. With a thread length of 0.875 inches and an overall length of 2.375 inches, it is a compact, right-hand tap suited for standard machine and hand tapping operations. The H3 thread limit and 2B/3B class of fit make it appropriate for general-purpose fastener applications in manufacturing, maintenance, and repair environments.

This tap is used in machine shops, production lines, and MRO settings where 10-24 UNC threads are a common fastener standard. The plug chamfer profile makes it a go-to choice for through-hole tapping on lathes, drill presses, CNC machining centers, and hand-tapping fixtures. It is well suited for ferrous metals, aluminum, and plastics encountered in general fabrication and assembly work. Machinists, toolmakers, and maintenance technicians are the primary users of this tap in both high-volume and one-off applications.

Key Features

• 10-24 UNC thread form for standard inch fastener compatibility
• Four-flute straight design provides stability and chip control in shorter-chipping materials
• Plug chamfer with approximately 3 to 5 thread lead for easy entry in through-holes
• H3 thread limit suits 2B and 3B class of fit tolerances for general-purpose threading
• High-speed steel construction withstands the heat and wear of production tapping
• Right-hand thread direction; no coolant-through requirement for standard use

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock tap for any application requiring a 10-24 UNC straight flute plug tap in high-speed steel with a standard H3 thread limit and 2B or 3B class of fit.

Installation Notes

Tapping operations should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician using a calibrated tap wrench, tapping head, or CNC rigid tapping cycle. Ensure the workpiece is securely fixtured and the tap is aligned perpendicular to the work surface before engagement. Apply an appropriate cutting fluid for the material being tapped to extend tool life and improve thread quality. Inspect threads with a go or no-go gauge after tapping to verify the class of fit meets print requirements.