# Cutting Tools - Balax Thredfloer Tap The Balax 13027-000 1/4-28 PH7 HP Thredfloer Tap is a premium cutting tool specifically engineered for high-performance threading applications. With its unique design and advanced cold-forming technology, this tap reduces tapping torque and enhances manufacturing efficiency, making it an essential tool for professionals in the automotive and engineering sectors.
Key Features • **Thread Specification:** Designed for 1/4-28 threads, providing precision and accuracy for various applications. • **High-Performance Geometry:** Incorporates Balax's proprietary "Lead Form Geometry Correction" to minimize torque, enabling smoother operation and reduced wear. • **Material Construction:** Manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) for durability and resistance to wear, ensuring long tool life. • **Bright Finish:** Features a bright finish that enhances chip flow and reduces friction during cutting, leading to superior surface quality. • **Tapping Configuration:** PH7 configuration optimized for high performance in both blind and through holes, ensuring versatility across different applications.
Applications • **Automotive Industry:** Ideal for use in automotive manufacturing where precise threading is critical for assembly and component fitting. • **General Engineering:** Suitable for various engineering applications requiring high-quality threading, including machinery and equipment fabrication. • **Metalworking Shops:** Perfect for machine shops and fabrication facilities that demand reliable and efficient tapping solutions.
Benefits • **Enhanced Efficiency:** The unique design reduces tapping torque, allowing for faster operation without compromising on quality. • **Improved Thread Quality:** Achieves superior surface finish and dimensional accuracy, leading to better assembly fit and function. • **Longer Tool Life:** High-speed steel construction ensures durability, reducing the frequency of tool changes and associated downtime