01 — Essential Specifications
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Essential specifications
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02 -- Materials, Applications & Machines
Working compatibility
Materials, applications & machines
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Compatible materials
Recommended workpiece materials
- Steel
Recommended applications
Typical jobs and operations
- Carbon Steel Low- to Medium-Strength Materials Thread Repair Maintenance Repair Hand Tapping
- Threading
Compatible machines
Equipment and operating methods
- Manual
- Tapping machine
03 -- Complete Technical Specifications
Technical data
Complete technical specifications
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Construction & identification
Tool typeTaps
Tool subtypeSTI Hand Taps
Detailed styleCarbon Steel · Plug
Manufacturer series302M
Series family302M
Tool materialCarbon Steel
Coating / finishStandard
Manufacturer part number302M-3X.5-P
Dimensions & fit
Size3 × 0.5
Increment1/0 in
Cutting diameter3
Flute / cutting length5/8
Overall length1-5/16
Pack quantity1
Cutting geometry
Flute count3
Threading
Thread size3-0.5
Threads per inch0.5 TPI
Thread classN/A
Tap chamfer stylePlug
04 -- Why Choose this series
Series advantage
Why choose the 302M series
302M
Light-duty carbon steel plug tap for re-threading, maintenance and repair of existing metric threads
Features supporting this advantage
- Light-duty carbon steel plug tap for re-threading, maintenance and repair of existing metric threads
- Carbon Steel
- Standard
05 -- Compatibility & What's Included
Compatibility & contents
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The systems, models, and components below come directly from the product’s normalized fit data.
What’s included
Components supplied with this product
- 1 carbon steel metric plug tap
- handheld tap wrench application
06 -- Use Notes & Technical Description
Before you use it
Use notes & technical description
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Champion 302M 3 x 0.5 Carbon Steel Metric Plug Tap
302M-3X.5-P is a Champion 302M 3 x 0.5 carbon steel metric plug tap for light-duty re-threading, maintenance and repair work. It is designed for use with a handheld tap wrench and is sold individually.
Key Benefits
- Carbon steel construction for light-duty thread cleanup and re-threading.
- Plug chamfer provides a practical lead-in for restoring existing metric threads.
- Square shank fits compatible handheld tap wrenches.
- Useful for maintenance, repair and general shop thread restoration.
- Champion metric tooling for practical light-duty tapping work.
Applications
- Re-threading existing metric holes
- Maintenance and repair work
- Thread cleanup in low- to medium-strength materials
- Handheld tap-wrench applications
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer part number | 302M-3X.5-P |
|---|---|
| Product type | Champion Carbon Steel Metric Hand Taps |
| Thread size | 3 x 0.5 |
| Tap style | Plug |
| Performance level | Light duty |
| Tool material | Carbon steel |
| Primary application | Re-threading, maintenance and repair |
| Package quantity | 1 tap |
How to Use
Clean the existing hole, align the tap carefully and use suitable cutting fluid. Turn the tap steadily with a compatible handheld tap wrench, backing off as needed to clear chips. Do not force the tap or use it for heavy-duty new-thread production.
Carbon steel hand taps are intended for light-duty re-threading and repair. Cutting tools may shatter if misused. Wear eye protection and appropriate personal protective equipment. California Proposition 65 warning may apply.
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