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Carbon Steel Tap Taper Type 8-32 (1pc)
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Product Specs
- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Pack Type:
- Pouch
- Product Family:
- Electrical Supplies
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Department:
- Electrical
Metallics 832CTTE – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is the 832CTTE a taper tap or a bottoming tap?
Taper type. The lead chamfer runs back several threads, which makes it easier to start square in the hole but means it will not thread all the way to the bottom of a blind hole. For a through hole in sheet steel or a box ear, a taper tap is what you want.
2) Can I use the Metallics 832CTTE to chase a stripped 8-32 ground screw hole in a steel outlet box?
Yes, that is the common use. The carbon steel 8-32 taper tap recuts or cleans up an 8-32 hole in a steel box or enclosure so a ground screw will bite again. If the hole is fully stripped out, you will need to drill up and tap a larger size instead.
3) Is a carbon steel tap good enough for electrical work, or do I need high speed steel?
Carbon steel is what the 832CTTE is made from, and it handles the mild steel and aluminum an electrician actually taps, boxes, enclosures, strut and panel sheet. Run it slow and backed off to clear chips. For stainless or hardened material, carbon steel is the wrong choice and you want a high speed steel tap.
4) What drill size do I need before using an 8-32 tap?
A #29 drill is the standard tap drill for 8-32 threads. Drill that first, then run the 832CTTE taper tap in to cut the thread.
5) How many taps come in the Metallics 832CTTE?
One tap, supplied in a pouch. If you are stocking a van or a shop drawer, order quantity per tap rather than expecting a set of taper, plug and bottoming in the pack.
6) What is the Metallics part number for the 8-32 carbon steel taper tap?
Metallics 832CTTE. That single number covers the carbon steel 8-32 taper tap sold one per pouch, so it is the number to put on a purchase order or a counter request.
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Does the Metallics 832CTTE come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics 832CTTE is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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