Threading Tools

Machinists can now add a locking feature to tapped holes by utilizing specialized Spiralock taps from Stanley Engineered Fastening optimized for extended tool life in high volume CNC operations.

Stanley Engineered Fastening now incorporates its self-locking Spiralock internal thread form design, which reportedly has superior resistance against self-loosening when exposed to harsh environments involving significant shock, extreme vibration, and drastic thermal cycling, into key locking threaded inserts.

Sandvik Coromant's recently introduced insert grade GC1125 is now complemented with the new grade GC1135.

Sandvik Coromant has announced the introduction of its CoroMill 325 thread whirling inserts and holders.

Palmgren's Parallel Arm Tapping tools make tapping fast and easy.

OSG Tap & Die Inc. offers a series of standard thread limit gages for inspecting the pitch diameter and functional thread for internally threaded products.

OSG Tap & Die's thread gage series is now offered with the NIST traceable gage certification option.

Niagara Cutter Inc. says its carbide thread mills provide high-quality threads, increase productivity and perform consistently.

Mikron Corp. Monroe, which specializes in high-precision cutting tools in small and medium-sized diameter ranges, expands its offer by adding a new product family. Another Swiss quality product, tapping and threading tools from the DC Swiss, is now available directly from inventory at Mikron Corp. Monroe in Connecticut.

KOMET Group is expanding its portfolio of threading tools with the addition of the BASS line of high-speed steel machine taps and roll form taps.