Historically, hole threading has primarily been done using cutting taps, typically made from high-speed steel (HSS). These taps remain widely used in high-volume production where many identical holes ...

Abstract: This study discusses the quality analysis of a new tapping machine. By measuring the torque and speed of the tapping machine, the correlation between the quality of the nut and the tapping ...

END USER: Thortex Inc., (503) 654-5726, www.thortexinc.com. CHALLENGE: Maximize tool life and reliability when threading cobalt chrome. SOLUTION: Replace solid-carbide taps with high-performance ...

Kennametal’s KCU25B tooling proved durable enough for turn-peeling a lengthy austenitic stainless steel 1.4435 rotor while reducing cycle times. 13 Jan 2026 Shop Tour Video: How to Integrate Additive ...

Abstract: The increasing complexity of the manufacturing industry demands computer numerical control (CNC) machining, a massively used process that is equipped with an intelligent feature. Not only ...

Machinists can now add a locking feature to tapped holes by utilizing specialized Spiralock taps from Stanley Engineered Fastening optimized for extended tool life in high volume CNC operations. These ...

When it comes to the many different types of industrial machining processes available, thread milling, and thread tapping are two of the most common. Both of these processes are used for creating ...

DORMER PRAMET added a new option to its offering for high-end threading: the Dormer Shark E894 is a high-performance HSS-E thread forming tap suitable for both through and blind holes in a wide range ...

Tapping screws form mating threads in materials they are driven into. There are two basic types: thread forming and thread cutting. The thread-forming screw displaced material around the pilot hole so ...