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CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap: 1/4"-20 UNC - General Purpose Hand Taps
CHICAGO-LATROBEGeneral Purpose Hand Taps

CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap: 1/4"-20 UNC

The CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap (MPN 173144) is a general-purpose hand tap with a 1/4"-20 UNC thread size. It features an H3 / 2B tolerance, 2-flute design, and plug chamfer for through-hole tapping. 3G…

SKU 3G-OTH-221784

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CHICAGO-LATROBE
Item
Straight Flute Hand Tap: 1/4"-20 UNC
Part Number
173144
Category
General Purpose Hand Taps
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Manufacturer Part Number
173144
Type
H3 / 2B, Plug Chamfer
Flute
2

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Product Description

The CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap (MPN 173144) is a general-purpose hand tap with a 1/4"-20 UNC thread size. It features an H3 / 2B tolerance, 2-flute design, and plug chamfer for through-hole tapping. 3G Electric sources this and thousands of other industrial consumables across 14 departments, with specialist expertise in combustion, pumps, and controls to ensure you get the right tool for the job.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap 173144 used for?

This hand tap is used for cutting internal threads in metal components. It is designed for general-purpose threading applications, including maintenance, repair, and production work where a 1/4"-20 UNC thread is required.

What are the specifications of the CHICAGO-LATROBE 173144 hand tap?

The CHICAGO-LATROBE 173144 is a straight flute hand tap with a 1/4"-20 UNC thread size, H3 / 2B tolerance, 2 flutes, and a plug chamfer. It is a general-purpose tap suitable for through-hole or blind-hole threading in various materials.

Where to buy CHICAGO-LATROBE 173144 hand taps worldwide?

3G Electric supplies CHICAGO-LATROBE 173144 hand taps worldwide. As a global industrial distributor, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead time.

How to select the correct hand tap for 1/4"-20 UNC threads?

Select a tap with the exact thread size and pitch, such as the CHICAGO-LATROBE 173144. Ensure the tap has the correct chamfer type (plug for most applications) and flute count for chip evacuation. Match the H limit to the required thread class.

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Common applications for CHICAGO-LATROBE
Aerospace manufacturing — Chicago-Latrobe NAS-spec jobber-length drill bits (e.g., MPN 42631) for drilling holes in airframe components.
Metal fabrication — Chicago-Latrobe single-flute countersinks (e.g., MPN 56774) for deburring and chamfering holes in steel plates.
Machine shop — Chicago-Latrobe 82° countersinks (e.g., MPN 56738) for creating flush-mount recesses for flat-head screws in assemblies.
Maintenance and repair — Chicago-Latrobe 90° countersinks (e.g., MPN 56760) for chamfering holes and removing burrs on industrial equipment.
Automotive production — Chicago-Latrobe HSS drill bits for holemaking in engine blocks and chassis components.
General machining — Chicago-Latrobe countersinks in various body diameters for chamfering and deburring in job shops.
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3G Electric supplies CHICAGO-LATROBE general purpose hand taps. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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