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Use DIN 371 spiral point in the pack description and attach the complete thread specification. Avoid a generic DIN 371 tap label where blind-hole spiral flute stock is also ordered.
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DIN 371 HSS Spiral Point Machine Tap
For DIN 371 through-hole work, specify the point form as carefully as the shank size.
This fully ground DIN 371 spiral point machine tap family covers 12 nominal metric sizes from M2 to M10. It directs chips forwards and has a distinct DIN 371 drive-dimension table. It is not the spiral flute blind-hole version of the same nominal thread.
12 defined entriesSize-by-size dimensions for an identifiable purchasing list.
HSS / HSS-CoTie the tool-material requirement to the selected application.
Order-line controlKeep the approved geometry and quantities together for replenishment.
- Fully ground DIN 371 spiral point design.
- Spiral point geometry for through hole threading.
- HSS and HSS-Co material options.
- Listed sizes: M2–M10.
PRODUCT SELECTION
Sizes, Dimensions & Drive Interface
Dimensions are in millimetres except thread designations, drive labels and lead counts. Read each column with the dimension reference below.
| Thread / designation | Overall length L (mm) | Working / cutting length Lc (mm) | Listed diameter d (mm) | Square / drive k (mm) | Pilot reference (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2 | 45 | 8 | 2.8 | 2.1 | 1.6 |
| M2.5 | 50 | 9 | 2.8 | 2.1 | 2.05 |
| M3 | 56 | 9 | 3.5 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| M3.5 | 56 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 2.9 |
| M4 | 63 | 12 | 4.5 | 3.4 | 3.3 |
| M4.5 | 70 | 13 | 6 | 4.9 | 3.7 |
| M5 | 70 | 13 | 6 | 4.9 | 4.2 |
| M6 | 80 | 15 | 6 | 4.9 | 5 |
| M7 | 80 | 15 | 7 | 5.5 | 6 |
| M8 | 90 | 18 | 8 | 6.2 | 6.8 |
| M9 | 90 | 18 | 9 | 7 | 7.8 |
| M10 | 100 | 20 | 10 | 8 | 8.5 |
Match pilot-hole preparation to the thread system, workpiece and agreed acceptance requirement.
M6 is listed at L 80 mm, Lc 15 mm, d 6 mm and k 4.9 mm. The DIN 371 spiral flute M6 has Lc 10 mm, although its overall and drive dimensions match.
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PRODUCT SELECTION
Application, Chip Path & Selection Limits
Match the component and operation
Use this family to review through holes with space for the cutting lead and chips to emerge. Show component thickness and exit restrictions, then confirm the required pitch, material and holder.
Check the operating boundary
A shared DIN 371 designation does not make spiral point and spiral flute interchangeable. Blind-hole use requires a dedicated bottom-space assessment rather than a nominal-size substitution.
PRODUCT SELECTION
Compare the Adjacent Product Families
| Product family | Selection boundary to review |
|---|---|
| DIN 376 HSS Spiral Point Machine Tap | Separate reduced-shank reach and forward chip clearance in a DIN 376 point-tap enquiry. |
| DIN 371 HSS Spiral Flute Machine Tap | Choose a DIN 371 blind-hole tool using both flute form and reinforced-shank dimensions. |
| HSS Metric Spiral Point Machine Tap | Keep the chip exit clear when sourcing metric taps for through-hole work. |
Keep the selected family, thread designation and dimensional reference together. Shared nominal sizes or drive shapes do not establish interchangeability.
WORKSHOP & SUPPLIER REVIEW
Workshop, Material Handling & Order Organisation
For DIN 371 spiral point orders, the forward chip path is part of the item definition. Review the point, working length and customer’s exit conditions alongside the reinforced-shank drive dimensions.
Bar-stock handling
Carry the HSS / HSS-Co requirement with the item drawing when discussing material preparation for this range.
Component feed and transfer
Keep the approved item identity and dimensional revision with components during order discussions. Use the exact thread and drive dimensions to distinguish similar tools.
Plan the order around the approved item
- Define the thread and application using this product’s selection table.
- Compare the tool interface and cutting geometry with the sample or drawing.
- Agree sample acceptance, quantities by size and the requested pack arrangement.
- Reference the same approved item and revision for replenishment.
QUALITY & SAMPLE ACCEPTANCE
Quality Review for the Selected Specification
Check the actual point and the working-section length against the approved sample. A holder-fit check alone cannot distinguish this through-hole choice from the spiral flute version.
Use the following items to define the sample and order acceptance brief.
| Review item | What to agree | Procurement risk addressed |
|---|---|---|
| Thread identification | Nominal size, required pitch and finished-thread requirement | Avoid the wrong thread family or pitch |
| Dimensions and holding | M6 is listed at L 80 mm, Lc 15 mm, d 6 mm and k 4.9 mm. The DIN 371 spiral flute M6 has Lc 10 mm, although its overall and drive dimensions match. | Avoid holder mismatch, insufficient reach or unintended substitution |
| Geometry / set identity | Check the actual point and the working-section length against the approved sample. A holder-fit check alone cannot distinguish this through-hole choice from the spiral flute version. | Avoid the wrong cutting form or incomplete member sequence |
| Sample acceptance plan | Agree the reference drawing, acceptance method and sampling requirement for the application | Make sample approval and repeat-order review refer to the same item |
PROCUREMENT & REPLENISHMENT
Packaging, Custom Requests & Bulk Purchasing
Keep the packing brief specific
In a DIN 371 purchase list, separate point and flute geometry into different items. Attach through-hole thickness and exit conditions, keeping the required thread pitch visible even when the source range uses nominal M labels.
Marking, packs & repeat orders
Use DIN 371 spiral point in the pack description and attach the complete thread specification. Avoid a generic DIN 371 tap label where blind-hole spiral flute stock is also ordered.
Turn the selection into a clear purchasing list
For DIN 371 through-hole work, specify the point form as carefully as the shank size.
SELECTION & BUYER QUESTIONS
Product Questions
What is the DIN 371 spiral point tap intended to do with chips?
Its point geometry directs chips forwards, making a clear through-hole exit central to selection.
Is spiral point the same as the DIN 371 spiral flute model?
No. The chip paths differ, and the M6 cutting lengths differ: 15 mm here versus 10 mm for the spiral flute entry.
What drive dimensions are listed for DIN 371 M6 spiral point?
A 6 mm shank and 4.9 mm square, with 80 mm overall length. Confirm available engagement and machine travel with the holder.
Can a DIN 376 M6 spiral point tap retain this holder setup?
Check first. The DIN 376 M6 has a 4.5 mm shank and 3.4 mm square, rather than the DIN 371 values.
Does the M2–M10 range include every pitch at those diameters?
No such complete pitch range is established. Specify each required pitch with the nominal metric size.
What should be added to a DIN 371 through-hole order brief?
Component thickness, chip-exit space and workpiece grade, plus thread/pitch, L/Lc/d/k, material and quantity. Use a drawing where clearance is restricted.
PRODUCT ENQUIRY
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Send the selected thread designation, quantities and the application details below. Add a drawing or size list to keep the enquiry tied to the required configuration.