Value Collection MSC-04997177 Spiral Point Tap M3x0.6

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MSC-04997177 is a spiral point tap designed for threading M3 x 0.6 holes in metal workpieces. Spiral point taps — also called gun taps — push chips forward ahead of the cutting zone rather than packing them behind the tap, making them well suited for through-hole threading operations. This tap is manufactured from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish. It features a plug chamfer, 2 flutes, a D2 thread limit for controlled fit tolerances, and a right-hand thread direction. Thread length is 0.625 inches. Licensed machinists, tool-and-die makers, and maintenance technicians use this tap in hand-tapping operations or on drill presses and CNC machines.

This spiral point tap is intended for through-hole applications in materials such as aluminum, mild steel, and similar machinable metals where chip evacuation toward the exit side of the hole is practical. The M3 x 0.6 Metric Special thread form makes it appropriate for jobs requiring metric fastener threads in precision or general manufacturing environments. At a compact M3 diameter, it is commonly used in electronics enclosures, instrumentation hardware, and light mechanical assemblies.

Key Features

• M3 x 0.6 Metric Special thread form for metric fastener compatibility
• Spiral point geometry pushes chips forward for efficient through-hole tapping
• High speed steel (HSS) construction for durability across a range of machinable metals
• Plug chamfer for standard starting engagement and general-purpose use
• D2 thread limit for consistent, controlled thread fit tolerances
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coolant-through requirement

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose M3 x 0.6 Metric Special spiral point tap suitable for through-hole threading on manual and CNC tapping equipment accepting standard tap shanks.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician familiar with tapping procedures. Always secure the workpiece and use appropriate tapping fluid or cutting oil for the base material to extend tap life and improve thread quality. Ensure the tap is properly aligned with the drilled pilot hole before engagement to avoid tap breakage at this small diameter. Follow applicable shop safety standards and machine-specific operating procedures when powering tapping equipment.