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
- Stainless steel
- Steel
Recommended applications
Typical jobs and operations
- Steel Stainless Steel Medium-Hard Steel Alloys
- Threading
- Holemaking
Compatible machines
Equipment and operating methods
- Manual
- Tapping machine
03 -- Complete Technical Specifications
Technical data
Complete technical specifications
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Construction & identification
Dimensions & fit
Threading
04 -- Why Choose this series
Series advantage
Why choose the TD18M-XL series
Heavy-duty metric combination set pairing Brute XL8 drills with spiral point 321M taps for medium-hard steel alloys
- Heavy-duty metric combination set pairing Brute XL8 drills with spiral point 321M taps for medium-hard steel alloys
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
- 9 Brute XL8 drills: 2.05, 2.5, 2.9, 3.3, 4.2, 5.0, 6.7, 8.5, 10.2 mm
- 9 metric 321M spiral point taps: M2.5 x 0.45, M3 x 0.5, M3.5 x 0.6, M4 x 0.7, M5 x 0.8, M6 x 1, M8 x 1.25, M10 x 1.5, M12 x 1.75
- metal case
06 -- Use Notes & Technical Description
Before you use it
Use notes & technical description
Important fit, operating, and care guidance to review before putting the tool to work.
View the complete technical description
Champion TD18M-XL 18-Piece Metric Brute Tap & Drill Set – XL8/321M
TD18M-XL is a Champion 18 pieces tap and drill set combining Brute XL8 drills with 321M spiral point taps. This Metric set is designed for heavy duty drilling and tapping in the listed metal applications.
Key Benefits
- Heavy-duty metric combination set pairing Brute XL8 drills with spiral point 321M taps for medium-hard steel alloys
- High-speed steel cutting tools for dependable drilling and tapping performance.
- Metal case helps organize, store and protect the complete set.
- Matched drill and tap sizes simplify preparation for common thread sizes.
- Made in USA Champion set for machine shops, fabrication, maintenance and repair work.
Applications
- Medium-hard steel alloys
- Metric through-hole tapping
- Machine-shop, fabrication and maintenance work
Set Inclusions
9 Brute XL8 drills: 2.05, 2.5, 2.9, 3.3, 4.2, 5.0, 6.7, 8.5, 10.2 mm; 9 metric 321M spiral point taps: M2.5 x 0.45, M3 x 0.5, M3.5 x 0.6, M4 x 0.7, M5 x 0.8, M6 x 1, M8 x 1.25, M10 x 1.5, M12 x 1.75; metal case
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer part number | TD18M-XL |
|---|---|
| Product type | Champion tap and drill set |
| Set size | 18 pieces |
| Tap type | Metric |
| Drill series | Brute XL8 |
| Tap series | 321M spiral point taps |
| Included drill sizes | 2.05, 2.5, 2.9, 3.3, 4.2, 5.0, 6.7, 8.5, 10.2 mm |
| Included tap sizes | M2.5 x 0.45, M3 x 0.5, M3.5 x 0.6, M4 x 0.7, M5 x 0.8, M6 x 1, M8 x 1.25, M10 x 1.5, M12 x 1.75 |
| Case | Metal storage case |
| Tool material | High-speed steel (HSS) |
| Country of origin | Made in USA |
How to Use
Select the tap and matching drill size for the required thread, secure the workpiece and drill straight before tapping. Use suitable cutting fluid, clear chips regularly and follow the tap manufacturer's operating guidance. Wear eye protection and appropriate personal protective equipment.
Cutting tools may shatter if misused. Secure the workpiece, avoid excessive force and follow safe machine operating procedures. California Proposition 65 warning may apply.
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