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Cleveland C56703 Pipe Tap 1/4"-18 Semi-Bottoming 4 Flutes NPT
Cuts 1/4"-18 NPT threads in pipe and conduit using four-flute high-speed steel with TiN coating
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- 1/4"-18 NPT thread cuts clean tapered pipe connections
- Semi-bottoming chamfer starts threads easily in blind holes
- Four-flute design clears chips for smoother cutting action
- High-speed steel with TiN coating resists wear on tough materials
- 75 % thread drill size .4375 in ensures accurate hole preparation
Cleveland C56703 Pipe Tap — what it is
The Cleveland C56703 is a new NPT pipe tap for cutting internal threads in pipe and conduit fittings. It targets plumbers, pipe-fitters and maintenance technicians who need reliable thread creation on tapered connections. The four-flute design suits both hand and machine tapping operations.
Capacity and headroom — thread size
This tap cuts a 1/4"-18 NPT thread with a 1 1/16 in thread length and a 75 percent thread drill size of .4375 in. High-speed steel with TiN coating provides wear resistance for carbon steel, stainless steel and non-ferrous alloys. It is not intended for very large diameters or high-volume production runs where carbide tooling would be required.
The deciding specification — semi-bottoming NPT
The semi-bottoming chamfer allows threading close to the bottom of blind holes while the tapered NPT profile creates a pressure-tight seal on pipe threads. Buyers who need straight mechanical threads or a different taper standard will need a different tap.
Highlights
- 1/4"-18 NPT thread cuts clean tapered pipe connections
- Semi-bottoming chamfer starts threads easily in blind holes
- Four-flute design clears chips for smoother cutting action
- High-speed steel with TiN coating resists wear on tough materials
- 75 % thread drill size .4375 in ensures accurate hole preparation
Specifications
| Brand | CLEVELAND |
|---|---|
| Type | Taps |
Questions about this item
Will the 1/4"-18 NPT tap work with my existing 7/16" drill bit for the 75% thread depth?
Yes, the specified 75% thread drill size is 0.4375 in, which matches a 7/16" bit exactly.
How can I confirm the TiN-coated high-speed steel tap is cutting clean NPT threads?
Check for a consistent taper and 4-flute chip evacuation; the semi-bottoming design should produce full threads near the bottom of a blind hole.
Does the C56703 come with a tap handle or wrench, or must I supply my own?
The box contains only the tap itself; a compatible tap wrench or T-handle for 1/4" NPT must be purchased separately.
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