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Walter 1"-8 NC HSS Bottoming Tap for Blind Holes

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OVERVIEW

Reliable Threading Solutions for the Professional Shop

Equip your workshop with the Walter 1-8 NC Bottoming HSS Tap, a heavy-duty threading tool designed to tackle your toughest fabrication and repair jobs. When you are dealing with blind holes where the threads need to go all the way to the bottom, a standard tap just won't cut it. That is where this bottoming tap shines. With a short chamfer length of just 1-2 threads, it allows you to thread virtually the entire depth of a drilled hole, ensuring your bolts and studs have maximum holding power.

Built by Walter, a trusted name in surface treatment and cutting tools, this tap is crafted from high-quality High-Speed Steel (HSS). This material choice makes a world of difference compared to cheaper carbon steel alternatives. It resists dulling, handles heat better, and cuts through hard metals like stainless steel without binding or chipping. Whether you are fixing a stripped thread on a piece of heavy machinery or fabricating a custom bracket in the shop, you can rely on this tool to cut clean, precise 1"-8 National Coarse (NC) threads every time.

Versatility is key for any welder or fabricator. This tap is engineered to perform across a wide range of materials commonly found in the shop, including aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel. Its precision-ground threads reduce the effort needed to turn the tap, giving you better control and reducing hand fatigue during manual tapping operations. It is an essential addition to any machinist's or welder's tool chest, ensuring you have the right tool for critical finishing work.

Why Choose Walter Taps?

  • Durability: Hardened HSS construction means fewer replacements and better value over time.
  • Accuracy: Ground threads ensure your fasteners fit perfectly without slop or binding.
  • Performance: specifically designed to handle the stress of bottoming out in blind holes without breaking.

Don't let a broken tap or poor threads ruin your project. Upgrade to Walter's industrial-grade cutting tools and experience the difference in quality and performance.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Used To Cut:Steel, Stainless Steel & Aluminum
Thread Size:1"-8 NC
Material:High-Speed Steel (HSS)
Tap Style:Bottoming
Thread Type:National Coarse (NC)
Chamfer Length:1-2 Threads
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Walter 1"-8 NC Bottoming High-Speed Steel Tap
  • Protective Storage Tube

APPLICATIONS

  • Threading blind holes to the bottom
  • Fabrication of new components in steel and stainless
  • Repairing damaged or stripped 1"-8 NC threads
  • Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO)
  • Automotive and heavy machinery repair
  • General machining and metalworking

FAQ

A bottoming tap has a very short chamfer (1-2 threads) allowing it to cut threads to the bottom of a blind hole. A plug tap has a longer chamfer (3-5 threads) and is easier to start but cannot thread as deep.

It is difficult to start a new thread with a bottoming tap because it lacks a tapered lead. It is best practice to start the hole with a taper or plug tap and finish it with this bottoming tap.

This HSS tap is designed for use on aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel.

It indicates the thread size: 1 inch nominal diameter with 8 threads per inch, following the National Coarse (NC) standard.

Yes, using a high-quality cutting fluid or tapping paste is highly recommended to reduce friction, clear chips, and extend the life of the tap.

This Walter tap is made from High-Speed Steel (HSS), which offers superior durability and heat resistance compared to carbon steel.

For a standard 75% thread engagement, a 7/8" drill bit is typically used for a 1"-8 NC tap.

Yes, it can be used for through holes, but a plug or taper tap is generally preferred for through holes as they are easier to start and require less torque.
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