Send a part number, a photo, or a whole BOM — we supply it and stand behind it. Worldwide shipping to 80+ countries.

CHICAGO-LATROBE 5/16"-18 UNC Left-Hand Thread Tap - Left-Hand Thread Taps
CHICAGO-LATROBELeft-Hand Thread Taps

CHICAGO-LATROBE 5/16"-18 UNC Left-Hand Thread Tap

The CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap (SKU 3G-OTH-265155) is a left-hand thread tap with a 5/16"-18 UNC size, featuring an H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and a plug chamfer. This OEM tool (MPN 317573) is designed for…

SKU 3G-OTH-265155

Brand
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Item
5/16"-18 UNC Left-Hand Thread Tap
Category
Left-Hand Thread Taps
Available to Order
Trade pricing by quote — replies within 24h
Qty
WhatsApp an engineerMessage via Telegram
No account needed — your quote request goes straight to our engineers. A free account lets you track quotes and re-order faster.
Worldwide Shipping
Air & sea freight
Datasheet on Request
Technical specs
1-Day Quote
Replies within 24h

Local availability & support — Singapore

Local office
20 Woodlands Link #09-05, Singapore 738733
Phone
+65 8878 8355
Delivery
Same-day or next-business-day delivery within Singapore for in-stock items; 7–14 days for factory-order parts from Europe.
Payment
Invoicing in SGD. PayNow, bank transfer, and corporate PO accepted.
Ships to
Singapore

Technical Specifications

CHICAGO-LATROBE
Manufacturer Part Number
317573
Type
H3 / 2B, Plug Chamfer, LH
Flute
4

Technical Documents

No technical documents available for this product.
Request documentation
Not sure this is the right part? Get a recommendation.

Need installation or engineering help?

Installation, commissioning, maintenance plans, system design, and bundled product + service quotes — one team handles the full scope.
Talk to an engineer

Ask a question

CHICAGO-LATROBE Products
3G Electric (S) Pte. Ltd. — Singapore

Product Description

The CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap (SKU 3G-OTH-265155) is a left-hand thread tap with a 5/16"-18 UNC size, featuring an H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and a plug chamfer. This OEM tool (MPN 317573) is designed for threading applications requiring left-hand orientation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap 317573 used for?

This left-hand thread tap is used for cutting internal threads in blind or through holes. It is ideal for maintenance, repair, and production applications where left-hand threads are required, such as in automotive or machinery components.

What are the specifications of the CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap 317573?

This tap has a 5/16"-18 UNC thread size, H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and a plug chamfer. It is a left-hand (LH) tap, designed for right-hand rotation cutting. The manufacturer part number is 317573.

Where to buy CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap 317573 worldwide?

3G Electric supplies this CHICAGO-LATROBE tap worldwide. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead time.

How to select the correct tap for left-hand threads?

For left-hand threads, ensure the tap is marked LH. Match the thread size (e.g., 5/16"-18 UNC) and tolerance class (H3 / 2B) to your application. A plug chamfer is suitable for most blind holes. CHICAGO-LATROBE taps are a reliable choice for precision threading.

Used in

Common applications for CHICAGO-LATROBE
Aerospace assembly — Chicago-Latrobe NAS 907 Type B aircraft-extension drill bits for drilling fastener holes in aluminum and titanium skins.
Metal fabrication — Chicago-Latrobe reduced-shank drill bit sets for enlarging holes in structural steel using magnetic drill presses.
Maintenance repair — Chicago-Latrobe left-hand cobalt jobber-length drill bits for removing broken bolts in machinery.
Tool and die making — Chicago-Latrobe jobber-length drill bit sets with 135° split point for precision hole drilling in hardened steels.
Automotive repair — Chicago-Latrobe spiral-flute screw extractors for removing seized fasteners in engine blocks or exhaust systems.
General manufacturing — Chicago-Latrobe HSS jobber-length drill bits for production drilling in mild steel and cast iron.

CHICAGO-LATROBE Products

3G Electric supplies CHICAGO-LATROBE left-hand thread taps. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

You might also need

Burners & Combustion Pumps & Compressors Spare Parts All Products

Compatible alternatives & equivalents

Cross-referenced by specification & description
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNC threads. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 straight flutes, and plug chamfer for through-hole threading. Suitable for general-purpose threading in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNC threads. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 straight flutes, and plug chamfer for through-hole threading. Suitable for general-purpose threading in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNF threads in through or blind holes. Features H3 tolerance for 2B class fit, 4-flute design for chip evacuation, and plug chamfer. Suitable for manual or machine tapping in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNF threads in through or blind holes. Features H3 tolerance for 2B class fit, 4-flute design for chip evacuation, and plug chamfer. Suitable for manual or machine tapping in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
General purpose hand tap for cutting internal threads in metal components. Features a 5/16"-18 UNC thread size, H3/2B class of fit, 4-flute design, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through-hole or blind-hole threading in industrial maintenance and production applications
CHICAGO-LATROBE
General purpose hand tap for cutting internal threads in metal components. Features a 5/16"-18 UNC thread size, H3/2B class of fit, 4-flute design, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through-hole or blind-hole threading in industrial maintenance and production applications
General purpose hand tap for cutting internal threads in metal components. Features a 5/16"-18 UNC thread size, H3/2B class of fit, 4-flute design, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through-hole and blind-hole threading in industrial maintenance and production applications
CHICAGO-LATROBE
General purpose hand tap for cutting internal threads in metal components. Features a 5/16"-18 UNC thread size, H3/2B class of fit, 4-flute design, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through-hole and blind-hole threading in industrial maintenance and production applications

More from CHICAGO-LATROBE

View all CHICAGO-LATROBE parts
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNC threads in through or blind holes. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer. Suitable for general machining applications in metalworking and manufacturing
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNC threads in through or blind holes. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer. Suitable for general machining applications in metalworking and manufacturing
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNF threads in metal parts. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through-hole or blind-hole threading in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Commonly used in applications requiring reverse-thread fasteners
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNF threads in metal parts. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through-hole or blind-hole threading in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Commonly used in applications requiring reverse-thread fasteners
CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap: 5/8"-18 UNF, H3 / 2B, 4 Flute, Plug Chamfer, LH (MPN 317904)
CHICAGO-LATROBE
CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap: 5/8"-18 UNF, H3 / 2B, 4 Flute, Plug Chamfer, LH (MPN 317904)
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal 1/4"-20 UNC threads in metal parts. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer for through or blind hole applications. Used in machining and maintenance operations requiring reverse-thread fasteners
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal 1/4"-20 UNC threads in metal parts. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer for through or blind hole applications. Used in machining and maintenance operations requiring reverse-thread fasteners
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNC threads in metal parts. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, plug chamfer, and 4 straight flutes. Suitable for through-hole or blind-hole threading in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNC threads in metal parts. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, plug chamfer, and 4 straight flutes. Suitable for through-hole or blind-hole threading in ferrous and non-ferrous materials
CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap: 3/8"-24 UNF, H3 / 2B, 4 Flute, Plug Chamfer, LH (MPN 317664)
CHICAGO-LATROBE
CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap: 3/8"-24 UNF, H3 / 2B, 4 Flute, Plug Chamfer, LH (MPN 317664)
CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap: 3/4"-16 UNF, H3 / 2B, 4 Flute, Plug Chamfer, LH (MPN 318027)
CHICAGO-LATROBE
CHICAGO-LATROBE Straight Flute Tap: 3/4"-16 UNF, H3 / 2B, 4 Flute, Plug Chamfer, LH (MPN 318027)
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNF threads in metal components. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through or blind holes requiring left-hand threads in reverse-thread fastener applications
CHICAGO-LATROBE
Left-hand thread tap for cutting internal UNF threads in metal components. Features H3 / 2B tolerance, 4 flutes, and plug chamfer. Suitable for through or blind holes requiring left-hand threads in reverse-thread fastener applications