Value Collection MSC-04438347 Straight Flute Tap 10-32 Unf

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MSC-04438347 is a straight flute tap designed for cutting 10-32 UNF 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 taper chamfer to guide entry and distribute cutting load evenly across the leading threads. It is sized for right-hand threading with an H3 thread limit and a 2B class of fit, making it suitable for standard tolerance threaded fastener applications. At 2.375 inches overall length with a 0.875-inch thread length, it fits standard tap handles and machine tapping chucks. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and tool and die professionals use this tap for hand or machine tapping operations.

This tap is appropriate for general-purpose threading in production and maintenance environments. The taper chamfer style makes it well suited for through-hole applications where the tap can pass completely through the workpiece, distributing the cutting action over several threads for easier starting and reduced torque. The 10-32 UNF thread size is common in instrument panels, electronic enclosures, and light mechanical assemblies across industrial and commercial applications.

Key Features

• 10-32 UNF thread size with right-hand thread direction
• Taper chamfer for controlled entry and reduced starting torque in through-hole applications
• Four-flute straight design for chip clearance in a variety of materials
• H3 thread limit with 2B class of fit for standard fastener tolerance requirements
• High-speed steel construction for durability in hand and machine tapping
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating buildup that could affect thread tolerance

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement or production tap for any application requiring 10-32 UNF internal threads at a 2B class of fit with an H3 thread limit.

Installation Notes

This tap is installed by machinists and maintenance technicians using a standard tap handle for hand tapping or a tapping head for machine use. Always ensure the workpiece is secured and the tap is aligned perpendicular to the surface before beginning the thread-cutting operation. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tap life and improve thread finish. For machine tapping, set spindle speed and feed rate according to the workpiece material and tap diameter to avoid breakage.