Value Collection MSC-04438271 Tap Set 10-24 Unc Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MSC-04438271 is a 3-piece tap set designed for cutting 10-24 UNC internal threads in metal workpieces. Built from high-speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, this set delivers the hardness and edge retention needed for production threading and maintenance work. The taps measure 2.375 inches overall length with a 0.875-inch thread length and feature 4 flutes for efficient chip evacuation. The right-hand thread direction and H3 thread limit make this set suitable for threading standard UNC fastener holes to close tolerances in ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

This tap set is used in machine shops, maintenance facilities, and fabrication environments where 10-24 UNC threaded holes are required. The 3-piece configuration typically includes taper, plug, and bottoming taps, allowing the technician to start, progress, and finish threads in through-holes or blind holes. Machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and maintenance mechanics commonly reach for this set when repairing stripped threads or tapping new holes in light steel, aluminum, and similar materials.

Key Features

• 10-24 UNC thread form with H3 thread limit for consistent fit and tolerance control
• 4-flute geometry promotes chip evacuation and cutting stability
• High-speed steel construction resists heat and maintains cutting edge under load
• Bright uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting oils and standard tapping fluids
• Right-hand thread direction matches standard UNC fastener orientation
• 3-piece set covers taper, plug, and bottoming tap applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement or supplementary tap set for any application requiring 10-24 UNC internal threading in ferrous and non-ferrous workpieces.

Installation Notes

Tapping operations should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician using a properly sized tap wrench or tapping head. Always use an appropriate cutting fluid or tapping oil to extend tap life and improve thread quality. Secure the workpiece firmly before tapping and back off the tap periodically to break chips, especially in blind holes. Inspect the tap for wear or damage before each use and replace if chipping or dulling is observed.