RS PRO HSS Tap & Drill Set
- RS Stock No.:
- 9172602
- Brand:
- RS PRO
Technical Reference
Legislation and Compliance
RoHS Status: Not Applicable
Statement of Conformity
This statement confirms that the product detailed below complies with the specifications currently published in the RS media and has been subject to the strict quality conditions imposed by RS Components’ internal management systems. Furthermore and where applicable, it confirms that all relevant semiconductor devices have been handled and packed under conditions that meet the administrative and technical requirements of ANSI/ESD S20.20 and EN61340-5-1 electrostatics control standards.
| RS stock number | 9172602 |
| Product description | RS PRO HSS Tap & Drill Set |
| Manufacturer / Brand | RS PRO |
The foregoing information relates to product sold on, or after, the date shown below.
RS COMPONENTS
| Date | Dec 25, 2024 |
RS Components Pte Ltd Robinson Road, P.O. Box 1582, Singapore 903132
Country of Origin: CN
Product Details
RS PRO 14 Piece Tap & Drill Set
Introducing the 14 piece tap & drill set from our own brand RS PRO, a high quality compact set ideal for a variety of DIY tasks including cutting thread into materials and drilling holes when used with a hand or power tool such as a tap wrench or drill. The 14 piece set features a HSS (high speed steel) construction for enhanced durability and resistance to corrosion.
The 7 tap pieces are suitable for thread sizes M3 to M12 and the drill bits are suitable for 2.5 to 10.2 mm holes. This handy set is supplied with a durable case, ensuring excellent protection when not in use whilst keeping the pieces organised.
Features and benefits
• 7 x taps including thread sizes: M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10, M12
• 7 x drill pieces including sizes: 2.5, 3.3, 4.2, 5.0, 6.8, 8.5, 10.2 mm
• Manufactured from high speed steel (HSS), ensuring excellent durability
• Tolerance Class of Tap: 6H
• Suitable for a range of applications
• Durable storage case
Application
Tap sets are ideal for cutting thread (tapping) into materials, to create a clean fitting for bolts and other materials whereas drill sets are perfect for DIY projects that require a hole to be driven into a surface or material. Tap & drill sets combine the two, creating a versatile set that can be used in a wide range of applications. Tap & drill sets are used with hand tools and power tools such as tap wrenches and drills to achieve maximum torque and control. They are widely used in applications such as:
• Construction
• DIY
• Plumbing
• Workshops
• Renovations
FAQs
What thread range is this suitable for?
The taps in this set accommodate the following thread sizes:
M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10, M12
Should I lubricate the set?
It is recommended that lubrication is regularly applied to the set when in use, to allow for friction free threading with precision. This will ensure that a clean thread is achieved with minimal damage.
What is the difference between a tap and die?
A tap set is used to create or repair threads in holes which is ideal for things such as nuts and fittings, this process is called tapping. Die sets are used to cut threads on materials such as steel to allow a fitting to be screwed on and attached, this is called threading.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Brand | RS PRO |
| Set Type | Threading Tap Set |
| Material | HSS |
| Number of Pieces | 14 |
