Storage racks and machine area
Distinguish DIN 376 point and flute families in the requested labels and size list. Keep the sample/drawing reference with the larger sizes, where overall length does not represent the usable full-thread depth.
THREADING TOOLS / INDUSTRIAL PROCUREMENT
DIN 376 HSS Spiral Point Machine Tap
Separate reduced-shank reach and forward chip clearance in a DIN 376 point-tap enquiry.
The DIN 376 spiral point machine tap range lists 18 nominal metric sizes from M3 to M24. A reduced-shank dimensional family is paired with forward chip evacuation. It provides a separate option from the reduced-shank spiral flute family for distributors supplying through-hole tooling.
18 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 376 spiral point design with a reduced shank.
- Spiral point geometry for through hole threading.
- HSS and HSS-Co material options.
- Listed sizes: M3–M24.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 | 56 | 9 | 2.2 | - | 2.5 |
| M3.5 | 56 | 11 | 2.5 | 2.1 | 2.9 |
| M4 | 63 | 12 | 2.8 | 2.1 | 3.3 |
| M4.5 | 70 | 13 | 3.5 | 2.7 | 3.7 |
| M5 | 70 | 13 | 3.5 | 2.7 | 4.2 |
| M6 | 80 | 15 | 4.5 | 3.4 | 5 |
| M7 | 80 | 15 | 5.5 | 4.3 | 6 |
| M8 | 90 | 18 | 6 | 4.9 | 6.8 |
| M9 | 90 | 18 | 7 | 5.5 | 7.8 |
| M10 | 100 | 20 | 7 | 5.5 | 8.5 |
| M11 | 100 | 20 | 8 | 6.2 | 9.5 |
| M12 | 110 | 23 | 9 | 7 | 10.2 |
| M14 | 110 | 25 | 11 | 9 | 12 |
| M16 | 110 | 25 | 12 | 9 | 14 |
| M18 | 125 | 30 | 14 | 11 | 15.5 |
| M20 | 140 | 30 | 16 | 12 | 17.5 |
| M22 | 140 | 30 | 18 | 14.5 | 19.5 |
| M24 | 160 | 36 | 18 | 14.5 | 21 |
Match pilot-hole preparation to the thread system, workpiece and agreed acceptance requirement.
The M6 item has L 80 mm, Lc 15 mm, d 4.5 mm and k 3.4 mm. At M24 the listed overall length is 160 mm and Lc is 36 mm; those lengths are not full-thread depth ratings.
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PRODUCT SELECTION
Application, Chip Path & Selection Limits
Match the component and operation
Review the hole exit and the holder interface independently. The reduced shank can be relevant to the tool envelope, while the point form needs space for chips beyond the workpiece.
Check the operating boundary
Do not assume the reduced shank guarantees passage through an arbitrary bore or that forward chip evacuation suits every blind hole. Thread pitch, lead allowance and material conditions still need specification.
PRODUCT SELECTION
Compare the Adjacent Product Families
| Product family | Selection boundary to review |
|---|---|
| DIN 371 HSS Spiral Point Machine Tap | For DIN 371 through-hole work, specify the point form as carefully as the shank size. |
| DIN 376 HSS Spiral Flute Machine Tap | Keep the reduced-shank blind-hole tap separate from DIN 371 stock with the same thread label. |
| DIN 376 HSS Straight Flute Machine Tap | Specify the reduced-shank straight-flute family without losing the drive dimensions on the order. |
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
This DIN 376 order brief combines reduced-shank dimensions with a forward-chip point. Review those two requirements independently with the component drawing before treating a nearby tap as an equivalent.
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
Use the sample to verify the point geometry, reduced-shank transition and relevant square dimension. Agree the M3 interface by drawing where the source does not give a square value.
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 | The M6 item has L 80 mm, Lc 15 mm, d 4.5 mm and k 3.4 mm. At M24 the listed overall length is 160 mm and Lc is 36 mm; those lengths are not full-thread depth ratings. | Avoid holder mismatch, insufficient reach or unintended substitution |
| Geometry / set identity | Use the sample to verify the point geometry, reduced-shank transition and relevant square dimension. Agree the M3 interface by drawing where the source does not give a square value. | 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
Build DIN 376 point-tap orders around the complete thread and drive dimensions. Keep the through-hole application and sample reference on the purchase record so point and flute tools with similar external sizes remain separate.
Marking, packs & repeat orders
Distinguish DIN 376 point and flute families in the requested labels and size list. Keep the sample/drawing reference with the larger sizes, where overall length does not represent the usable full-thread depth.
Turn the selection into a clear purchasing list
Separate reduced-shank reach and forward chip clearance in a DIN 376 point-tap enquiry.
SELECTION & BUYER QUESTIONS
Product Questions
How is DIN 376 spiral point different from DIN 376 spiral flute?
The point sends chips forwards; the flute form carries them towards the entrance. Their working-section lengths also differ at several sizes.
What is the DIN 376 M6 spiral point geometry?
L 80 mm, Lc 15 mm, d 4.5 mm and k 3.4 mm are listed. Compare the complete interface and available exit space.
Does the 160 mm M24 tap produce a 160 mm thread?
No. That is overall length. The M24 cutting section is listed as 36 mm, and full-thread reach needs lead and clearance allowances.
Is a reduced shank automatically suitable for a through-part setup?
No. Compare the shank, shoulder, holder and component bore dimensions, as well as chip exit and available travel.
What does the missing M3 square value mean for purchasing?
The source does not specify that value. Include an interface drawing or sample requirement rather than copying a neighbouring size.
How should a DIN 376 spiral point reorder be written?
State point geometry, exact size/pitch, L/Lc/d/k, material and approved reference. Include workpiece thickness, exit conditions, quantities and requested packaging.
PRODUCT ENQUIRY
Request a Quote for DIN 376 HSS Spiral Point Machine Tap
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.