Cutting Tools - Taps The E-Z Lok 41175 Tap is a high-speed steel (HSS) bottoming tap designed specifically for creating internal threads in materials such as soft metals and plastics. This precision-engineered tool is an essential component for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) applications, providing reliable and durable performance for both industrial and automotive sectors. ## Key Features • Material: Constructed from high-speed steel (HSS) for superior strength and longevity, capable of withstanding high temperatures during machining. • Design: Bottoming tap design allows for the creation of threads up to the bottom of the hole, ideal for blind holes and applications requiring maximum thread engagement. • Thread Size: M14-2.0 metric thread size ensures compatibility with standard fasteners in various applications, including automotive and machinery repairs. • Type: STI (Screw Thread Insert) tap facilitates the installation of threaded inserts, making it an indispensable tool for threaded repair processes. • Finish: Features a standard finish that enhances chip removal and reduces friction, resulting in smoother tapping operations. ## Applications • Metal Fabrication: Perfect for use in aluminum, magnesium, and cast iron applications, where precise internal threading is required. • Plastic Manufacturing: Suitable for creating threads in plastics, making it ideal for industries that utilize composite materials. • Woodworking: Can also be utilized in wood applications when used with appropriate threaded inserts, offering versatility across different materials. ## Benefits • Enhanced Durability: The high-speed steel construction provides exceptional wear resistance, ensuring longevity and reduced tool replacement costs. • Improved Thread Quality: The bottoming design enables the creation of deeper threads, enhancing the performance of threaded inserts and overall assembly integrity. • Versatile Use: Compatible wi