High Speed Steel Bright Fractional Pipe Taps Straight Pipe (NPS)
The nominal size of a Taper Pipe Tap (NPT) is that of the pipe fitting to be tapped, not the actual size of the tap.
Features:
Geoemetry is ideal for through or blind holes
Premium grade HSS for extended life
Bright finish for added lubricity
Square shank for use with standard sized tap wrenches
Made in USA
Applications:
Used to produce a tight sealing thread
Used mainly on threaded pipe and pipe fittings
Used mainly to cut new threads
Used for tapping straight pipe threads
