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Machining Tip #1 - Threading
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MACHINING TIP / Threading
When forming a thread, the tapping hole size depends on the work-piece material being drilled, the cutting conditions selected and the equipment used.
If material is pushed up at the thread entry by the tap and/or the life of the tap is too short, select a slightly larger drill diameter. If the profile of the thread formed is insufficient, then select a slightly smaller drill diameter.
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When chip removal is a problem often, forming taps can provide a solution. No chips are cut but the metal is pushed or formed. METFLO from Regal Cutting Tools forms stronger threads & with the correct sized hole we eliminate oversize threads. It is required to apply different tests depending on the material used. It is important [...]