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Cleveland C55322 Spiral Point Tap 5/16-24 UNF 2 Flutes
Spiral point tap cuts 5/16-24 UNF threads in high-speed steel with TiN coating and two flutes for through-hole use
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- Spiral point pushes chips ahead for smoother threading
- 5/16-24 UNF thread fits standard fine-pitch holes
- High-speed steel with TiN coating resists wear
- Two-flute design balances strength and chip clearance
- H3 limit and 2B class ensure precise fit
Spiral Point Tap 5/16-24 UNF
The Cleveland C55322 is a spiral point tap designed for through-hole threading in unified fine thread form. Its high speed steel construction with TiN coating suits general-purpose metalworking tasks where right-hand threads are required.
Thermals Noise Power Draw
As a non-powered hand tool accessory the tap generates no operational heat, noise or electrical draw. Cutting temperature and sound depend entirely on the machine tool, workpiece material and cutting fluid chosen by the operator.
Bundled Accessories Software
The product is supplied as a single tap without additional cutting tools, lubricants or software. Users must provide a compatible tap holder, appropriate drill size I for 75 percent thread engagement and their own cutting fluid.
Highlights
- Spiral point pushes chips ahead for smoother threading
- 5/16-24 UNF thread fits standard fine-pitch holes
- High-speed steel with TiN coating resists wear
- Two-flute design balances strength and chip clearance
- H3 limit and 2B class ensure precise fit
Specifications
| Brand | CLEVELAND |
|---|---|
| Type | Taps |
Questions about this item
How do I install the Cleveland C55322 spiral point tap correctly, and which step is commonly missed?
Secure the workpiece, select the 75 percent thread drill size I, drill the hole to depth, apply cutting fluid, start the tap squarely using a tap wrench, and reverse frequently to break chips — the step most often skipped is reversing to clear chips, which prevents binding in the 1 1/8 in thread length.
What maintenance or replacement will the Cleveland C55322 tap need after extended use?
The TiN coated high speed steel cutting edges will gradually wear; inspect flank wear and thread gauge fit regularly — when the H3 thread limit no longer produces a 2B class of fit, replace the tap rather than attempting re-sharpening, which removes the coating.
What limit appears first when using the Cleveland C55322 tap continuously in tough material?
Chip evacuation becomes the limiting factor — the 2 flute design and spiral point push chips ahead, but in deep or sticky cuts the 1 1/8 in thread length can pack chips, increasing torque and risk of breakage before the TiN coating wears significantly.
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