Sowa 7/16"-20 UNC Spiral Flute Tap HSSE‑V3 Orange Ring – 3‑Flute Right Hand Thread Tap for Stainless Steel, Black Oxide Finish, 3-5/32" Overall Length, H3 Thread Class

Key features

• High‑Performance HSSE‑V3 Material — Constructed from vanadium-enhanced high-speed steel, this tap delivers superior strength, hardness, and longevity, suitable for stainless steel applications up to 35 HRC.
• Efficient Spiral Flute Design — The two right-hand spiral flutes evacuate chips effectively in blind-hole operations, minimizing clogging and improving thread quality.
• Precision Engineering — Finished in black oxide, with a 2.5P chamfer and H3 tolerance class, this tap ensures consistent, accurate threads and reduced tool wear.
• Optimized Dimensions — Features a 7/16"-20 UNC thread size, 3-5/32" overall length, and 0.714" thread length—ideal for common hardware and small fasteners.
• Reliable Brand Backing — Produced by Sowa Taps, a trusted name in industrial tooling, this tap is built for demanding environments in manufacturing, maintenance, or repair.

The Sowa 7/16"-20 UNC Orange Ring HSSE‑V3 Spiral Flute Tap is a precision threading tool engineered for durability and performance. Crafted from high-speed steel with vanadium (HSSE‑V3), this tap handles stainless steel applications up to 35 HRC with confidence. Its spiral flute design efficiently evacuates chips for clean, reliable threads in blind-hole operations. Key Features & Specifications Thread Size: 7/16"-20 UNC Finish / Coating: Black Oxide for improved wear resistance Material & Alloy: HSSE‑V3 (vanadium-enhanced high-speed steel) Overall Length: 3-5/32" Thread Length: 0.714" Chamfer: 2.5P (tapered lead section) Number of Flutes: 3 (spiral, right-hand) Thread Class: H3 (standard tolerance) Direction: Right-hand thread, right-hand flute Intended Use: Through-hole tapping, especially effective in stainless steel This tap is ideal for machinists, tool rooms, maintenance technicians, and engineers who demand consistent, high-quality threads in stainless and other tough materials. Comes from the trusted Sowa Taps line. Usage Tips & Best Practices Use appropriate cutting fluid for stainless steel to reduce heat and improve chip evacuation. Machine at recommended speeds and ma

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