Value Collection MSC-81137796 Spiral Point Tap 8-32 Unc

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MSC-81137796 is a spiral point tap designed for cutting internal threads in through-hole applications. It features an 8-32 UNC thread form with a plug chamfer, allowing it to start easily and drive chips forward ahead of the cut. Manufactured from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish, this tap is suited for general-purpose threading in a wide range of metals and plastics. The 2-flute spiral point geometry provides efficient chip evacuation in through-hole work, reducing the risk of chip packing and tap breakage during production or maintenance threading operations.

This tap is used in machine shop, maintenance, and fabrication environments where 8-32 UNC internal threads are required. The plug chamfer style makes it appropriate for use in drill presses, CNC machining centers, and tapping heads where consistent, repeatable thread production is needed. It is also suitable for hand tapping with a tap wrench in light-duty field repair work. The right-hand thread direction is standard for the vast majority of fastener applications across industrial and commercial trades.

Key Features

• 8-32 UNC thread form with plug chamfer for through-hole threading
• 2-flute spiral point design drives chips forward, away from the cutting zone
• High speed steel construction provides good wear resistance in general-purpose materials
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for use with standard cutting fluids
• H7 thread limit for consistent fit with standard UNC fasteners
• Right-hand thread direction, compatible with standard tapping equipment

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or general-use spiral point tap for any application requiring an 8-32 UNC right-hand internal thread in through-hole workpieces.

Installation Notes

This tap is installed by machinists and maintenance technicians using standard tapping equipment or a hand tap wrench. Always ensure the workpiece is securely fixtured and that the correct tap drill size for 8-32 UNC is used before threading. Apply appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tap life and improve thread quality. Never force a tap in a blind hole or against hard chip buildup, as tap breakage and thread damage can result.