Die sets

If, when doing car repair, you often have to cut a screw thread on some components, then you will need tap and die set. It is more convenient and reasonable in terms of price to buy such a set than to select each necessary tool in catalogues separately.

Types

The set can include:

• dies;
• taps;
• both types of tools.

You can buy sets with the tools for cutting inch or metric thread, or for both operation types. They can be added with auxiliary tools. For example tap wrenches, thread gauges, screwdrivers.

Usually the tools are sold in convenient cases. Metal, plastics, or wood are used as a material for the boxes. Quantity of items contained in them can be different. As a rule, the more items in the set are, the higher its price is.

Tips on tap and die set use

1. Be sure to check whether the diameter of the hole or rod to be processed matches the size of the chosen tool.
2. Provide reliable securing of the processed element.
3. In the process of the work, make sure that there are no misalignments of the screwing tap or die.
4. Use greasing products.
5. When working, don’t forget to remove metal chips, by rotating the tap back by a half-turn.
6. Regularly check the condition of the working surfaces of the tools. Don’t use them in case if cutting edges became dull.
7. After cutting is performed, be sure to check the quality of the thread. In particular, you should examine outer thread in order to make sure there are no tearings. For checking, use a thread gauge, a reference screw or nut.

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