Walter 5.0mm HSS Taper Tap for Steel and Stainless

Reliable Threading Solutions for the Fabrication Shop

Every welder and fabricator knows the frustration of a stripped thread or the need to tap a precise hole in a custom bracket. The Walter 5.0mm Taper Tap is built to handle these challenges with ease. Crafted from heavy-duty High-Speed Steel, this tool is not your average hardware store tap. It is built to cut through serious metals found in fabrication shops, including stainless steel and mild steel, without dulling prematurely or snapping under pressure.

The taper design of this tap is particularly user-friendly. If you are tapping a hole by hand, getting the tap started straight is half the battle. The tapered end allows the tool to ease into the material, gradually cutting the thread depth. This makes it the perfect choice for starting new threads in a drilled hole or for cleaning up the entrance of damaged threads. It reduces the initial resistance, giving you better control and feel as you turn the tap.

Walter Surface Technologies is known for producing industrial-grade tools that last, and this tap is no exception. Its precision ground threads ensure that bolts and screws fit perfectly every time. Whether you are fabricating a new aluminum frame, repairing a steel mount, or working on a stainless steel assembly, keeping a high-quality Walter 5.0mm tap in your toolbox ensures you are ready to create clean, strong threads whenever the job demands it.