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CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap #8-32 UNC - General Purpose Hand Taps
CHICAGO-LATROBEGeneral Purpose Hand Taps

CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap #8-32 UNC

3G Electric supplies the CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap, a #8-32 UNC general purpose hand tap with H3 / 2B tolerance, 2 flutes, and a plug chamfer (MPN 173142).

SKU 3G-OTH-221611

Brand
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Item
Straight Flute Hand Tap #8-32 UNC
Part Number
173142
Category
General Purpose Hand Taps
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Also known as:173142CHICAGO-LATROBE
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
173142
Type
H3 / 2B, Plug Chamfer
Flute
2

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Product Description

3G Electric supplies the CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap, a #8-32 UNC general purpose hand tap with H3 / 2B tolerance, 2 flutes, and a plug chamfer (MPN 173142).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap #8-32 UNC used for?

This hand tap is used for cutting internal threads in metal, plastic, or composite materials. It is designed for general-purpose threading applications in maintenance, repair, and production environments. The #8-32 UNC size is common in machinery, automotive, and industrial equipment assembly.

What are the specifications of the CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap 173142?

The tap has a #8-32 UNC thread size with H3/2B tolerance, 2 flutes, and a plug chamfer. It is a straight flute design for through-hole or blind-hole threading. The manufacturer part number is 173142, and it is a general-purpose hand tap from CHICAGO-LATROBE.

Where to buy CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Hand Tap #8-32 UNC worldwide?

3G Electric supplies this CHICAGO-LATROBE hand tap worldwide. As a global industrial distributor, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us to source this part number 173142 for your threading needs.

How to select the correct hand tap for #8-32 UNC threads?

For #8-32 UNC threads, choose a tap with matching thread size and pitch. The CHICAGO-LATROBE straight flute tap with plug chamfer works for both through and blind holes. Ensure the tap drill size matches the material being threaded. Consult a tap drill chart for proper hole preparation.

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Common applications for CHICAGO-LATROBE
Aerospace manufacturing — Chicago-Latrobe NAS-spec jobber-length drill bits (e.g., MPN 42631) for drilling holes in airframe components.
Metal fabrication — Chicago-Latrobe single-flute countersinks (e.g., MPN 56774) for deburring and chamfering holes in steel plates.
Machine shop — Chicago-Latrobe 82° countersinks (e.g., MPN 56738) for creating flush-mount recesses for flat-head screws in assemblies.
Maintenance and repair — Chicago-Latrobe 90° countersinks (e.g., MPN 56760) for chamfering holes and removing burrs on industrial equipment.
Automotive production — Chicago-Latrobe HSS drill bits for holemaking in engine blocks and chassis components.
General machining — Chicago-Latrobe countersinks in various body diameters for chamfering and deburring in job shops.
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3G Electric supplies CHICAGO-LATROBE general purpose hand taps. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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