Westward
Westward Straight Flute Hand Tap M6-1.00 Bottoming 4 Flutes Metric
Creates M6x1 metric threads in blind holes with a 2.5 in high-speed steel bottoming tap featuring four straight flutes
- TypeHole, Drill, Bore & Wire Gauges
- M6x1 metric thread cuts precise internal threads
- Bottoming chamfer reaches full depth in blind holes
- Four-flute design evacuates chips for cleaner cuts
- High-speed steel construction resists wear during repeated use
- 5 in overall length fits standard tap wrenches
M6 x 1.00 Bottoming Tap
This Westward straight flute hand tap cuts M6 metric threads with a 1.00 mm pitch. The bottoming design threads to the bottom of a blind hole. High-speed steel construction gives wear resistance for general-purpose tapping. Four flutes provide chip clearance during use.
Suited for blind-hole threading in steel
Machinists and maintenance technicians creating new threads in through-holes should choose a taper or plug tap instead. Users needing coated tooling for abrasive alloys or high-volume production will need a different tap. This uncoated bright finish is not optimised for stainless steel or titanium.
Thread limit D5 and 2B class of fit
The D5 limit and 2B fit determine the allowance and tolerance on the finished thread. Verify that these specifications match the engineering drawing before tapping. The 1 in thread length and 2.5 in overall length set the reach and holder compatibility.
Highlights
- M6x1 metric thread cuts precise internal threads
- Bottoming chamfer reaches full depth in blind holes
- Four-flute design evacuates chips for cleaner cuts
- High-speed steel construction resists wear during repeated use
- 5 in overall length fits standard tap wrenches
Specifications
| Brand | Westward |
|---|---|
| Type | Hole, Drill, Bore & Wire Gauges |
Questions about this item
How deep can this tap cut threads in one pass?
The thread length is 1.00 in, so threads can be cut up to that depth per pass.
Does the high-speed steel heat up quickly during extended hand tapping?
High-speed steel resists heat buildup better than carbon steel, keeping the cutting edges harder during prolonged use.
What size handle or wrench fits the square on this tap?
The tap has a standard metric square shank; a matching tap wrench or T-handle for M6 taps is required to turn it.
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