{"product_id":"champion-xl22t-5-16-18-spiral-point-gun-tap","title":"Champion XL22T 5\/16-18 12-Pack 3-Flute TiN-Coated Spiral Point Gun Taps","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChampion XL22T 5\/16-18 12-Pack 3-Flute TiN-Coated Spiral Point Gun Taps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL22T-5\/16-18\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Champion Brute 5\/16-18 3-flute spiral point tap, commonly called a \u003cstrong\u003egun tap\u003c\/strong\u003e, for heavy-duty machine tapping. It uses Titanium nitride (TiN)-coated high-speed steel and is designed to push chips ahead of the tap in through-hole applications. Sold as a 12-tap pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiN-coated HSS with 3-flute spiral point geometry that pushes chips ahead for heavy-duty through-hole tapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpiral point cutting action shears and ejects chips ahead of the tap to reduce chip buildup in through holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial necked design supports deeper, trouble-free tapping and coolant flow to the cutting edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-flute construction balances cutting strength, torque and thread quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use in CNC machines, the Champion XLT tapper and compatible handheld tap wrenches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA Champion tooling for steel, stainless steel and other tough alloys.\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\u003eMachine-shop, fabrication and maintenance work\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\u003eXL22T-5\/16-18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion TiN-Coated Spiral Point Gun Taps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThread size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\/16-18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTap style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpiral point \/ 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\u003eTitanium nitride (TiN)-coated high-speed steel\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\u003e12 taps\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 pre-drill for the 5\/16-18 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":48787062587492,"sku":"CHA-XL22T-5\/16-18","price":28.87,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/3121\/0340\/files\/XL22T-FLAT-2.jpg?v=1784390679","url":"https:\/\/www.cuttingtoolsoutlet.com\/products\/champion-xl22t-5-16-18-spiral-point-gun-tap","provider":"Cutting Tools Outlet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}