{"product_id":"value-collection-tg0396-tap-guide-0-to-12-inches","title":"Value Collection TG0396 Tap Guide 0 to 12 Inches","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VALUE COLLECTION TG0396 is a tap guide designed to keep hand taps aligned perpendicular to the workpiece during threading operations. The tool accepts taps sized from 0 to 12 inches, spans 6.5 inches in overall length, and features a 0.375-inch shank diameter with a 1-inch handle diameter. Machinists, pipefitters, and maintenance technicians use it to start threads straight and reduce the risk of tap breakage caused by misalignment. It is a passive alignment aid that requires no power and works with standard hand tap sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tap guide suits general threading work in metal fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and trade apprenticeship settings. It is appropriate for both production and repair applications where consistent thread starts are required on ferrous and non-ferrous stock. The 0 to 12 size range covers the most common fractional and numbered tap sizes encountered in everyday mechanical and plumbing maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts tap sizes 0 through 12 for broad coverage of common threading tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.5-inch overall length provides clearance and control during tap starting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.375-inch shank diameter fits standard tap guide holders and fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-inch handle diameter allows a firm grip during manual threading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive alignment design reduces tap breakage from off-angle starting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with standard hand taps in the 0 to 12 size range. Consult tap manufacturer specifications to confirm shank fitment before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecure the workpiece fully in a vise or fixture before beginning any threading operation. Insert the tap into the guide and apply light, even downward pressure while rotating to start the thread. Do not force the tap if resistance is felt — back off to clear chips before continuing. No power tools are required; this guide is intended for hand-tap use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tap Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Tap Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.375 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.13 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 27112800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: VALUE COLLECTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: TG0396\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51713369014578,"sku":"TG0396","price":78.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/2f233457dca6f99fdb6b89e8fe7f9ada.jpg?v=1788493181","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-tg0396-tap-guide-0-to-12-inches","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}