{"product_id":"champion-xl22m-16-x-2-metric-spiral-point-plug-tap","title":"Champion XL22M 16 x 2 3-Flute HSS Metric Spiral Point Plug Tap","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChampion XL22M 16 x 2 3-Flute HSS Metric Spiral Point Plug Tap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL22M-16X2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Champion XL22M 16 x 2 3-flute metric spiral point plug tap, commonly called a \u003cstrong\u003egun tap\u003c\/strong\u003e, for heavy-duty through-hole machine tapping. It uses surface-treated high-speed steel (HSS) and is designed to shear and eject chips ahead of the tap. It is sold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-flute surface-treated HSS spiral point plug tap that pushes chips ahead for heavy-duty through-hole tapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiral point cutting action reduces chip buildup in through holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare shank fits the Champion XLT tapper, CNC machines and compatible handheld tap wrenches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plug style is suited to through-hole work and applications with room for chips to exit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA Champion tooling for metric machine-shop and fabrication work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrough-hole tapping in steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel and tough alloys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC and production tapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabrication, maintenance and machine assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL22M-16X2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion HSS Metric Spiral Point Plug Taps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThread size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 x 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTap style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpiral point \/ plug \/ gun tap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlutes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTool material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esurface-treated high-speed steel (HSS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrough-hole tapping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 tap(s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the correct metric pre-drill for the 16 x 2 thread, secure the workpiece and keep the tap aligned with the hole. Apply suitable cutting fluid, use the correct tapping speed and feed, and allow the spiral point to eject chips through the hole. Wear eye protection and appropriate personal protective equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"compliance\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSpiral point taps are intended primarily for through holes. Cutting tools may shatter if misused. Follow the machine and tap manufacturer's operating instructions. California Proposition 65 warning may apply.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Champion Cutting Tool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48787097452644,"sku":"CHA-XL22M-16X2","price":78.37,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/3121\/0340\/files\/XL22M-FLAT.jpg?v=1784392682","url":"https:\/\/www.cuttingtoolsoutlet.com\/products\/champion-xl22m-16-x-2-metric-spiral-point-plug-tap","provider":"Cutting Tools Outlet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}