Features
- Precision machined for creating and repairing clean, accurate threads
- High Carbon Steel for durability
- Long-lasting laser etch for clear markings
- Black Oxide coating for corrosion resistance
- Straight flute design for common threading applications
- Designed for through hole threading
- Square shank compatible with standard tap handles or wrenches
- Suitable for use in brass, aluminum, mild steel, and more
- Recommended to use with cutting fluid
Specifications
| Size | 1/4"-28 NF |
| Length | 2.5 in |
| Weight | 0.03 lb |
| Height | 0.25 in |
| Width | 0.25 in |
| Material Composition | Black Oxide |
| Material Application | Metal |
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The Straight Flute Plug Tap is designed for creating or repairing clean, accurate internal threads in various metal applications.
Model Number: 49-57-5138
Project Ideas
Business
Custom Threaded Fasteners
Start a business specializing in custom threaded fasteners for various industries. Offer tailored solutions for clients needing specific thread sizes and pitches for their projects.
Repair Services
Offer a mobile or in-shop service for repairing or re-threading worn or damaged threads in machinery, vehicles, and other equipment. Cater to industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and construction.
Metalworking Workshops
Host workshops teaching individuals how to use the 1/4"-28 NF Straight Flute Plug Tap and other metalworking tools. Provide hands-on training and create projects that participants can take home.
Bespoke Manufacturing
Set up a bespoke manufacturing business that creates custom metal parts and components for clients. Use the tap to ensure all threaded parts meet precise specifications and quality standards.
Online Store for DIY Kits
Develop and sell DIY kits that include all necessary materials and tools, including the 1/4"-28 NF Straight Flute Plug Tap, for creating specific projects like hardware, accessories, or small machinery.
Creative
Custom Metal Jewelry
Use the 1/4"-28 NF Straight Flute Plug Tap to create custom threaded components for metal jewelry pieces such as rings, bracelets, and necklaces. Combine with other metalworking techniques to design unique, intricate pieces.
DIY Mechanical Toys
Craft small mechanical toys or models that require threaded parts. The tap can help create precise, durable threads for assembling moving parts, enhancing both the functionality and longevity of the toys.
Bespoke Furniture Hardware
Design and create custom hardware for furniture, such as knobs, drawer pulls, and decorative bolts. Use the tap to ensure the threads are precise and fit perfectly with the furniture design.
Custom Bike Accessories
Create unique, personalized accessories for bicycles, such as handlebar grips, pedals, or custom mounts. The tap ensures that all threaded components are secure and tailored to specific bike models.
Artistic Metal Sculptures
Incorporate threaded metal components into artistic sculptures. The precision of the tap allows for intricate designs that can be easily assembled and disassembled for transport or modification.