Greenlee High-Speed Steel Drill/Tap Bit #8-32 TPI for Metal Applications
Professional Three-in-One Power Tool Accessory for Efficient Metal Working
The Greenlee High-Speed Steel Drill/Tap Bit delivers professional performance for drilling, tapping, and deburring operations in a single tool. Constructed from hardened high-speed steel for extended service life, this #8-32 TPI bit handles materials up to 10-gauge thickness including mild steel, copper, brass, and aluminum with reliable precision and durability.
Professional Features & Benefits
- High-Speed Steel Construction: Hardened material provides superior durability and longer tool life compared to carbon steel alternatives for demanding applications.
- Three-in-One Operation: Complete hole drilling, tapping, and deburring/countersinking in one operation saves labor time and increases productivity.
- 10-Gauge Capacity: Designed to tap up to 10-gauge metal thickness across multiple material types for versatile professional use.
- Split Point Design: Split point with web thinning ensures accurate hole starting and reduces walking for precise drilling performance.
- Back Taper Protection: Back tapered beyond tap prevents thread damage from over-drilling while providing deburr/countersink capability.
- #8-32 TPI Threading: Standard NC thread type delivers reliable threading performance for common fastener applications.
Technical Specifications
- Material Thickness: Up to 10 GA
- Material Type: Mild Steel, Copper, Brass, Aluminum
- Point Type: Split Point With Web Thinning
- Product Material: High Speed Steel
- Product Size: #8
- Thread Per Inch: 32 TPI
- Thread Type: NC
Installation & Operation
- Mount the drill/tap bit securely in a compatible power drill chuck ensuring proper alignment and tight grip.
- Mark the drilling location and position the split point accurately on the workpiece surface.
- Begin drilling at moderate speed, allowing the split point design to establish the hole without walking.
- Continue operation through the complete drilling, tapping, and deburring sequence in one continuous motion.
- Monitor material thickness to ensure operation stays within the 10-gauge capacity rating.
- Remove bit carefully and inspect threaded hole for proper formation and clean deburring.
Professional Applications
- Electrical Panel Assembly and Modification
- HVAC Equipment Installation and Service
- Metal Fabrication and Sheet Metal Work
- Automotive and Equipment Repair
- Industrial Maintenance Operations
- Commercial Construction Projects
Why Choose Greenlee Quality?
Greenlee’s commitment to professional-grade tools ensures this drill/tap bit delivers consistent performance across demanding applications. The high-speed steel construction and precision engineering provide the reliability and durability that professionals require for efficient metalworking operations.
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Product Specs
- Material Thickness:
- Up to 10 GA
- Material Type:
- Mild Steel, Copper, Brass, Aluminum
- Point Type:
- Split Point With Web Thinning
- Product Material:
- High Speed Steel
- Product Size:
- #8
- Thread Per Inch:
- 32 TPI
- Thread Type:
- NC