Walter 5-40 NC HSS Bottoming Tap for Blind Holes

Get the Job Done Right with Walter HSS Taps

There is nothing more frustrating than a tap breaking off inside a hole right at the end of a project. Avoid the headache and choose the reliability of the Walter 5-40 NC Bottoming Tap. Built for serious fabricators and mechanics, this tap is crafted from heavy-duty High Speed Steel (HSS), making it tough enough to slice through stainless steel and mild steel like butter. Unlike cheap carbon steel taps that dull after a few turns, this Walter tap stays sharp, giving you clean, precise threads every single time.

This is a "Bottoming" style tap, which means it is the closer of the tapping world. When you are working on a blind hole—one that doesn't go all the way through the metal—you need threads that go as deep as possible. Standard taps have a long tapered tip that leaves the bottom of the hole unthreaded. This Walter bottoming tap has almost no taper, allowing you to thread right to the bottom of the hole. This ensures your bolts and screws have maximum engagement for a secure, vibration-resistant hold.

Why struggle with inferior tools? Walter Surface Technologies is a leader in metalworking for a reason. Their taps feature precision-ground threads that reduce friction and drag. This means less effort for you and less heat buildup in the metal. Whether you are fixing a stripped thread on an engine block, fabricating a custom bracket, or working with aluminum fixtures, this tap gives you the confidence to turn the handle without fear. Add the Walter 5-40 NC Bottoming Tap to your toolbox and experience the difference quality makes.

Perfect for use with tapping fluids to further extend tool life, this tap is a must-have for anyone who demands professional results. Don't let a blind hole stop your progress; reach for the tool designed to finish the job perfectly.