HSS Tap UNC Inter-5/16x18

Stock Code:
3032-5/16I
Price:
$31.08

HSS Tap UNC Intermediate – 5/16 x 18

This high-speed steel (HSS) intermediate tap, also known as a second tap, is designed for cutting accurate internal threads to the Unified National Coarse (UNC) standard, sized 5/16" x 18 TPI (threads per inch). With a medium lead-in taper, it provides a balance between ease of cutting and precision, making it suitable for both through holes and blind holes. It is commonly used after a taper tap and before a bottoming tap in a complete set.

Key Features:

  • Size: 5/16" UNC (18 TPI)

  • Type: Intermediate (Second) tap – versatile for general-purpose threading

  • Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS) for hardness, durability, and wear resistance

  • Thread Standard: Unified National Coarse (UNC) – widely used in construction, engineering, and fastening applications

  • Applications: Ideal for repair, fabrication, maintenance, automotive, and workshop use

Durable and precise, this intermediate tap ensures smooth cutting action and accurate thread formation across a wide range of materials.