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OSG Spiral Flute Tap: M3x0.5 Metric, 6H, 2 Flute, Bottoming Chamfer - General Purpose Spiral-Flute Taps
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OSG Spiral Flute Tap: M3x0.5 Metric, 6H, 2 Flute, Bottoming Chamfer

The OSG Spiral Flute Tap (M3x0.5 Metric, MPN 2988000) is a general-purpose spiral-flute tap with a 6H tolerance, bottoming chamfer, and 2-flute design in high-speed steel. 3G Electric interprets your demand for this…

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Spiral Flute Tap: M3x0.5 Metric, 6H, 2 Flute, Bottoming Chamfer
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Manufacturer Part Number
2988000
Type
6H, Bottoming Chamfer, High Speed Steel
Flute
2
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Product Description

The OSG Spiral Flute Tap (M3x0.5 Metric, MPN 2988000) is a general-purpose spiral-flute tap with a 6H tolerance, bottoming chamfer, and 2-flute design in high-speed steel. 3G Electric interprets your demand for this precision threading tool and delivers it as part of our broad industrial supply across 14 departments, with specialist depth in combustion, pumps, and controls as an authorised distributor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OSG Spiral Flute Tap M3x0.5 used for?

The OSG Spiral Flute Tap M3x0.5 is used for threading blind holes in metal, particularly in steel and aluminum. Its spiral flute design lifts chips upward, preventing clogging and ensuring clean threads. It is ideal for automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing applications where precise M3 threads are required.

What are the specifications of the OSG Spiral Flute Tap M3x0.5?

The OSG Spiral Flute Tap has an M3x0.5 metric thread, 6H tolerance, 2 flutes, and a bottoming chamfer. It is made of high-speed steel (HSS) and has manufacturer part number 2988000. This tap is designed for threading blind holes to the bottom, providing accurate and durable threads in various materials.

Where to buy the OSG Spiral Flute Tap M3x0.5 worldwide?

You can source the OSG Spiral Flute Tap M3x0.5 worldwide through 3G Electric, a global industrial equipment distributor. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead times; we supply genuine OSG taps for manufacturing and maintenance needs.

How to select the correct OSG Spiral Flute Tap for blind holes?

To select the correct OSG spiral flute tap for blind holes, match the thread size (e.g., M3x0.5) and tolerance class (6H) to your application. Use a bottoming chamfer tap for threading to the hole bottom. Ensure the tap material, such as high-speed steel, suits the workpiece material. OSG taps provide reliable chip evacuation.

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Common applications for OSG
Automotive engine block production — OSG micro drill bits for oil gallery and coolant passage drilling in cast iron
Medical device manufacturing — OSG micro drill bits for drilling bone screw pilot holes in stainless steel implants
Aerospace component machining — OSG micro drill bits for fastener holes in titanium alloy structural parts
Mold and die making — OSG micro drill bits for cooling channel drilling in hardened tool steel (HRC 45-50)
Electronics enclosure fabrication — OSG micro drill bits for precision holes in aluminum alloy housings (with appropriate coating selection)
General engineering job shops — OSG micro drill bits for small-diameter hole drilling in mild steel and alloy steel parts

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3G Electric supplies OSG general purpose spiral-flute taps. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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