The Irwin 8160 Hanson High Carbon Steel Plug Tap is a hand threading tool built for routine maintenance, repair work, and rethreading tasks across a variety of materials. This 3/4-16NF plug tap creates internal threads with class 2B tolerance, making it ideal for general-purpose applications where precise accuracy is not critical and for standard hand threading work.
Whether you’re performing routine maintenance, replacing stripped threads, or creating new threads in worn holes, this plug tap delivers reliable performance. The high carbon steel construction ensures durability through repeated use, while the 4-flute design with straight flutes ground for rapid chip removal keeps your threading work moving smoothly and safely.
Features and Benefits
- 4 Straight Flutes: Ground to provide rapid chip removal for efficient threading.
- High Carbon Steel Construction: Durable HCS material withstands repeated use and delivers long-lasting performance for maintenance and repair tasks.
- 3/4-16NF Thread Size: National Fine pitch thread is ideal for fine-pitch applications and compatible with a wide range of fasteners.
- Class 2B Thread Production: Produces standard class 2B threads suitable for general-purpose and hand threading applications in various materials.
- Plug Tap Design: Plug taps are versatile for hand threading and can be used to start new threads or restore damaged internal threads.
Specifications
- Brand: Irwin
- Model: 8160
- Sub-Brand: Hanson
- Thread Size: 3/4-16NF (National Fine)
- Type: Plug tap
- Flutes: 4 straight flutes
- Material: High Carbon Steel (HCS)
- Thread Class: Class 2B
