The Irwin 8331 is a metric plug tap designed for hand threading work in a variety of materials. It is ideal for routine maintenance, repair work, and rethreading applications where high accuracy and tolerance thread are not critical. This straight flute tap delivers consistent thread formation and efficient chip removal, making it a reliable choice for threading tasks in workshops, repair shops, and on-site maintenance.
Carbon steel construction provides robust durability for repeated use. The tap produces a Class 2B thread and is suited for general-purpose threading where precision tolerances are not required.
Features and Benefits
- Straight Flute Design: Ground flutes provide rapid chip removal for efficient threading in a variety of materials.
- Hand Threading: Designed for manual operation, allowing control over the threading process without power tools.
- Carbon Steel Construction: High-carbon steel (HCS) material delivers durability and long-term performance across multiple threading jobs.
- Class 2B Thread: Produces standard metric threads suitable for routine maintenance and repair work.
- Plug Tap Type: Versatile tap suitable for threading work in a variety of applications.
Specifications
- Brand: Irwin
- Model: 8331
- Size: 7mm x 1.00 (metric)
- Material: Carbon Steel (HCS)
- Type: Plug Tap, Straight Flute, 4-Flute
- Thread Class: 2B
- Recommended Drill Bit: 6.0 mm or 15/64 inch
