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Round silver metal die with knurled edges and adjustment slot

Drill America

Drill America DWTSR2-1424 1/4"-24 HSS Round Adjustable Die

SKU CH-NRMA-9M2H7

Creates 1/4"-24 threads with adjustable high-speed steel die for extended wear life

  • High Speed Steel construction extends wear life for repeated threading tasks
  • Adjustable fine-pitch screw allows precise thread fit control
  • Dual chamfer design supports both standard and shoulder-close threading
  • 1/4"-24 thread specification matches specific fastener requirements
  • California Proposition 65 warning indicates chemical safety awareness

Threading Tool Application

The Drill America DWTSR2-1424 is a High Speed Steel round adjustable die for cutting 1/4"-24 threads on pipe or rod. Machinists and maintenance technicians use it when a durable, re-sharpenable tool is required for external threading jobs. The HSS construction provides improved wear life compared to carbon steel alternatives.

Upgrade From Carbon Steel Dies

This die replaces carbon steel round dies that wear quickly on tougher materials or in high-volume threading. The jump is worth it when thread quality must stay consistent over many parts or when the workpiece material demands the heat resistance of High Speed Steel. Adjustable design allows compensation for wear without replacing the tool.

Installation And Common Issues

The die fits standard 2 inch OD die stocks or machine holders using the beveled adjustment slot. A fine-pitch screw opens or closes the die for precise fit; removing the screw lets holder screws take over adjustment. Common problems include over-tightening the adjustment, which can crack the die, and misalignment when starting threads without proper lubrication.

Highlights

  • High Speed Steel construction extends wear life for repeated threading tasks
  • Adjustable fine-pitch screw allows precise thread fit control
  • Dual chamfer design supports both standard and shoulder-close threading
  • 1/4"-24 thread specification matches specific fastener requirements
  • California Proposition 65 warning indicates chemical safety awareness

Specifications

BrandDRILL AMERICA

Questions about this item

What holder diameter does the 2" OD die require?

The die has a 2" outside diameter, so it fits any standard 2" round die stock or machine holder.

Which chamfer side do I start on for a through hole?

Use the 2 to 3 thread chamfer side first; it is designed for general threading.

How long before the HSS cutting edges need replacement?

High-speed steel gives extended wear life; replace the die when threads become undersized or surface finish degrades.

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