Solid carbide taps
Solid carbide taps for aluminium, copper and other soft non-ferrous metals. 43 standard sizes, M4–M20 in metric coarse and fine pitch, are in stock: minimum order 5 pieces per size, shipped in 3–5 days. Forming, spiral flute and straight flute types; inch threads, internal coolant and other sizes are made to your drawing.
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Colour-coated spiral flute and forming taps, taps with internal coolant, and large brazed carbide-tipped taps. Internal-coolant and brazed taps are made to order.
Forming, spiral flute and straight flute taps
- Forming taps form the thread by displacing the material instead of cutting it, so they make no chips. A forming tap needs a larger drilled hole than a cutting tap; we give the hole size with the quote.
- Spiral flute taps lift the chips up and out of the hole, which suits blind holes and the long chips of aluminium and copper.
- Straight flute taps are general-purpose cutting taps.
Which types are available in each size is confirmed with the quote. The coating is chosen for the workpiece material.
Standard sizes in stock
43 sizes from M4 to M20, in metric coarse and fine pitch. Each overall length counts as a separate size. In stock; minimum order 5 pieces per size; shipped in 3–5 days.
Solid carbide taps, metric coarse and fine — standard sizes
| Thread | Pitch (mm) | Shank (mm) | Overall length (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4 | 0.7 | 4 | 60 |
| M4 | 0.7 | 5 | 100, 150 |
| M5 | 0.8 | 6 | 65, 100, 150 |
| M6 | 1 | 6 | 65, 100, 150 |
| M7 | 1 | 6 | 80, 100 |
| M8 | 1.25 | 6 | 70, 100, 150 |
| M8 | 1.25 | 8 | 70, 100, 150 |
| M10 | 1.5 | 8 | 75, 100, 150 |
| M10 | 1.25 | 7 | 100, 150 |
| M10 | 1.25 | 8 | 75 |
| M12 | 1.75 | 10 | 82, 100, 150 |
| M12 | 1.25 | 10 | 82, 100, 150 |
| M14 | 2 | 10 | 100, 150 |
| M14 | 1.5 | 10 | 100, 150 |
| M16 | 2 | 12 | 95, 150 |
| M16 | 1.5 | 10 | 100, 150 |
| M18 | 1.5 | 12 | 110, 150 |
| M20 | 2.5 | 12 | 100, 150 |
| M20 | 1.5 | 12 | 100, 150 |
Harder materials: thread milling
These taps are for aluminium, copper and other soft non-ferrous metals. For harder materials we recommend thread milling instead.
Made to your drawing
Inch threads, taps with internal coolant and sizes outside the table are made to your drawing, in 15–30 working days after the deposit and drawing approval. Large brazed carbide-tipped taps with internal coolant are made to order only.
When to choose another series
- Harder material? Thread milling cutters →
- Inch thread, internal coolant or a size not listed? Custom tooling →
- Drill size for a cutting tap? Tap drill size chart →
Questions about this range
Which tap types are available in my size?
Forming, spiral flute and straight flute taps are made in this range. Which types are available in each size is confirmed with the quote.
What hole size do I drill for a forming tap?
A forming tap needs a larger drilled hole than a cutting tap. We give the hole size with the quote. Our tap drill size chart is for cutting taps and thread mills.
Which materials are these taps for?
Aluminium, copper and other soft non-ferrous metals. For harder materials we recommend thread milling.
Can you make inch or internal-coolant taps?
Yes, made to your drawing in 15–30 working days after the deposit and drawing approval. Large brazed carbide-tipped taps are made to order only.
Ordering and delivery
- Minimum order
- 5 pieces per size
- Lead time
- Standard sizes ship in 3–5 days; custom taps 15–30 working days.
- Payment
- T/T. Production starts once the deposit is received.
- Shipping
- By express, air or sea; terms agreed with you.
Free samples — tell us the tool and size, and we will confirm the details with you before shipping.
Request a free samplePackaging
- Every tool is packed on its own: a tip cap protects the cutting edge, and each shank tool sits in its own reusable tube, sized to the shank and length and labelled for your order.
- Micro tools (drills and end mills below about Φ3) go in micro tubes that hold the tool without touching the edge.
- Inserts and crown drill tips are packed in slotted insert boxes, 10 per box for standard inserts.
- Tubes are grouped in 5- or 10-piece boxes, then packed in export cartons sized to the order; reinforced or palletised packing for sea freight on request.
Questions about ordering
What is the minimum order?
5 pieces per size, for standard and made-to-drawing tools.
How long is the lead time?
Standard sizes ship in 3–5 days. Custom taps take 15–30 working days after the order and the drawing are confirmed. M4–M20 standard sizes are in stock.
How do I pay?
T/T. Production starts once the deposit is received.
How do you ship?
By express, air or sea; terms agreed with you.
Can you make a tool to my drawing?
Yes. Send a drawing, a photo of a sample or the tool you use now. We confirm the geometry and the drawing with you before production; 3D design support and OEM / ODM orders are available.
Are the tools inspected before shipment?
Yes. Tools are inspected before shipment.
What should I send for a quote?
The order code or a drawing, the workpiece material and the quantity. Custom quote checklist →
How quickly do you reply?
We reply within one working day, Monday to Friday, China time.
Send a drawing
Include the material, tolerance and quantity.