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OSG USA Inc., St. Charles, Illinois, announces the expansion of the A Brand A-Tap series with the addition of the A-NPTF pipe taps. The 16571 and 16581 advanced performance pipe taps are suitable for a variety of materials.
The pipe tap series features:
- interrupted threads to reduce cutting torque,
- variable lead flute geometry to accelerate chip evacuation,
- enhanced cutting geometry to eliminate galling,
- and V-coating for exceptional wear resistance.
View the OSG A Brand A-NPTF product flyer for more information.
Related Glossary Terms
- galling
galling
Condition whereby excessive friction between high spots results in localized welding with subsequent spalling and further roughening of the rubbing surface(s) of one or both of two mating parts.
- tap
tap
Cylindrical tool that cuts internal threads and has flutes to remove chips and carry tapping fluid to the point of cut. Normally used on a drill press or tapping machine but also may be operated manually. See tapping.
- wear resistance
wear resistance
Ability of the tool to withstand stresses that cause it to wear during cutting; an attribute linked to alloy composition, base material, thermal conditions, type of tooling and operation and other variables.
