Storage racks and machine area
Include nut tap and the approved shank/lead reference in the requested item identification. Keep the machine-interface drawing and nut blank specification linked to repeat orders, with quantities by size.
THREADING TOOLS / INDUSTRIAL PROCUREMENT
HSS Straight Shank Nut Tap
Source the nut-tapping geometry with the machine interface and nut blank—not an ordinary tap by M-size.
The HSS straight-shank nut tap range lists 14 nominal metric sizes from M2 to M22. An extended cutting section and long lead distinguish this product from ordinary short-entry machine taps. The table provides overall length, working-section length, shank diameter and a pilot-hole reference.
14 defined entriesSize-by-size dimensions for an identifiable purchasing list.
HSSTie the tool-material requirement to the selected application.
Order-line controlKeep the approved geometry and quantities together for replenishment.
- HSS construction for nut threading.
- Extended cutting section and shank.
- Long lead chamfer.
- Listed thread sizes: M2–M22.
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) | Pilot reference (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2 | 36 | 12 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| M2.5 | 36 | 14 | 1.8 | 2.05 |
| M3 | 40 | 15 | 2.24 | 2.5 |
| M4 | 50 | 21 | 3.15 | 3.7 |
| M5 | 55 | 24 | 4 | 4.2 |
| M6 | 60 | 30 | 4.5 | 5 |
| M8 | 65 | 36 | 6.3 | 6.75 |
| M10 | 70 | 40 | 8 | 8.5 |
| M12 | 80 | 47 | 9 | 9 |
| M14 | 90 | 54 | 11.2 | 12 |
| M16 | 95 | 58 | 12.5 | 14 |
| M18 | 110 | 62 | 14 | 15.5 |
| M20 | 110 | 62 | 16 | 17.5 |
| M22 | 110 | 62 | 18 | 19.5 |
Match pilot-hole preparation to the thread system, workpiece and agreed acceptance requirement.
The M6 row lists L 60 mm, Lc 30 mm and d 4.5 mm. No square-end dimension is given for this family; do not import the square interface of a general machine tap.
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PRODUCT SELECTION
Application, Chip Path & Selection Limits
Match the component and operation
Begin with the nut blank, material, required thread and machine/holder arrangement. Review how the component is presented to the long lead and where chips can leave before choosing the tool dimensions.
Check the operating boundary
The straight-shank description does not establish compatibility with every automatic nut-tapping machine or a continuous stacked-nut process. Thread pitch and the machine’s actual holding arrangement must be supplied.
PRODUCT SELECTION
Compare the Adjacent Product Families
| Product family | Selection boundary to review |
|---|---|
| HSS Metric Straight Flute Machine Tap | Build a metric assortment around the actual shank and square dimensions—not thread size alone. |
| DIN 376 HSS Straight Flute Machine Tap | Specify the reduced-shank straight-flute family without losing the drive dimensions on the order. |
| HSS Two-Piece Metric Tap Sets | Keep two-member lead geometry and set completeness explicit in a metric hand-tap 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
A nut-tap supply brief should follow the nut blank and the machine’s holding arrangement. Review the long lead, cutting section and shank reference together rather than treating the tool as a standard metric machine tap.
Bar-stock handling
Carry the HSS 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
Review the lead, extended cutting section and shank interface with the actual nut-tapping setup. Agree the hole preparation and finished-thread requirement before attributing a production result to a catalogue size alone.
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 row lists L 60 mm, Lc 30 mm and d 4.5 mm. No square-end dimension is given for this family; do not import the square interface of a general machine tap. | Avoid holder mismatch, insufficient reach or unintended substitution |
| Geometry / set identity | Review the lead, extended cutting section and shank interface with the actual nut-tapping setup. Agree the hole preparation and finished-thread requirement before attributing a production result to a catalogue size alone. | 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
For nut-tap orders, attach the nut blank drawing and machine interface alongside thread/pitch and quantity. Maintain the long-lead and shank requirements in the stock record so a standard metric tap is not treated as a drop-in replacement.
Marking, packs & repeat orders
Include nut tap and the approved shank/lead reference in the requested item identification. Keep the machine-interface drawing and nut blank specification linked to repeat orders, with quantities by size.
Turn the selection into a clear purchasing list
Source the nut-tapping geometry with the machine interface and nut blank—not an ordinary tap by M-size.
SELECTION & BUYER QUESTIONS
Product Questions
How does a nut tap differ from a general machine tap?
This range has an extended cutting section and long lead for nut-threading selection. The tool and machine interface must be reviewed together.
Can this straight-shank tap fit any automatic nut-tapping machine?
No universal compatibility is established. Provide the machine, holding arrangement and nut-blank drawing for comparison.
What dimensions are listed for the M6 nut tap?
L 60 mm, Lc 30 mm and shank diameter d 4.5 mm. The table does not give a square-end dimension.
Does M6 automatically specify a pitch in this table?
No. Nominal M sizes are listed without pitch. Include the required pitch and finished-thread acceptance requirement in the enquiry.
Can the listed cutting length be used as a full-thread depth rating?
No. The long lead occupies part of the cutting section, and the process requires its own engagement and clearance review.
What should a nut-tap procurement drawing show?
Nut blank dimensions/material, required thread/pitch, hole preparation, tool reach and machine/holder interface. Add quantity, reference sample and requested packaging.
PRODUCT ENQUIRY
Request a Quote for HSS Straight Shank Nut 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.