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Carbon Steel Tap Taper Type 3/8-24 (1pc)
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Product Specs
- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Pack Type:
- Pouch
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Department:
- Electrical
Metallics 3824CTT – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What thread size does the Metallics 3824CTT tap cut?
The 3824CTT is a 3/8-24 tap, so it cuts 3/8 inch threads at 24 threads per inch. That is the UNF fine pitch, not the 3/8-16 coarse pitch, so it will not chase or repair a coarse 3/8-16 hole. Match the pitch of the fastener you intend to run before you cut.
2) Is this a taper tap or a bottoming tap?
Taper type. The 3824CTT has a tapered lead chamfer over several threads, which makes it the tap you start a new hole with because it self-aligns as it enters. It will not thread all the way to the bottom of a blind hole; for that you finish with a bottoming (plug) tap in the same 3/8-24 size.
3) Can I use the Metallics 3824CTT to re-thread a stripped 3/8-24 hole in a panel or strut?
Yes, that is a normal use for it. An electrician re-cutting a damaged 3/8-24 hole in a steel enclosure, channel, or hanger rod boss can run this carbon steel taper tap through to clean the threads up. Because the lead is tapered it follows the existing thread rather than cross-cutting a new one. Steel is the intended material; carbon steel taps are not meant for hardened or stainless work.
4) Carbon steel or high speed steel tap for 3/8-24 threading in the field?
The 3824CTT is carbon steel. Carbon steel taps are the economical choice for hand tapping mild steel, aluminum, brass, and plastics at low speed, and they cut cleanly when turned with a wrench. If you are tapping at power-tool speeds or working tougher alloys, a high speed steel tap holds its edge better under the heat. For hand work on an electrical install, carbon steel is the usual pick.
5) How many taps come in a Metallics 3824CTT order?
One tap per order, supplied in a pouch. If you are stocking a service truck or a shop drawer with spares, order the quantity you need as separate pieces rather than expecting a multi-pack.
6) What is the Metallics part number to order for a 3/8-24 taper tap?
Order Metallics 3824CTT. That number covers the 3/8-24 carbon steel taper tap as a single piece, and it is the only model on the item, so there are no finish or size options to specify.
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Does the Metallics 3824CTT come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics 3824CTT is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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