Irwin Irwin 80217 Tap & Drill Set, National Course Thread, #8 X 32

This Irwin tap and drill bit set combines a high-carbon steel plug tap with a high-speed steel drill bit (#29) for efficient hand threading in a variety of materials. It is ideal for routine maintenance, repair work, and rethreading applications where high accuracy and tight tolerances are not critical.

The tap features straight flutes that are ground to provide rapid chip removal, enabling smooth and efficient threading by hand. The high-speed steel drill bit ensures fast, precise drilling to prepare holes for tapping. Because this is a hand-operated threading solution, it reduces the need for power tools on job sites and in workshops.

Features and Benefits

• Complete Combo Set: Includes both a high-carbon steel tap and a high-speed steel drill bit, so you have everything needed for the threading job.
• Rapid Chip Removal: Straight flutes ground into the tap design remove chips efficiently, making threading faster and easier.
• Strong Yet Easy-to-Tap Thread: Produces a thread that is strong and easy to tap, suitable for general-purpose work.
• Hand-Operated: No power tools required, making this portable and convenient for on-site maintenance and repair tasks.
• Versatile Material Compatibility: Works in a variety of materials for diverse threading applications.

Specifications

• Brand: Irwin (Black and Decker US Inc)
• Model: 80217
• Size: #8 x 32 National Course Thread
• Tap Material: High-carbon steel
• Drill Bit Material: High-speed steel
• Included Drill Bit: #29
• Thread Class: 2B
• Flute Style: Straight flutes