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FORMDRILL Drill Bit: Short/Flat, NPT, For 3/8"-18 Threads - Flat-Finish Friction Drill Bits
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FORMDRILL Drill Bit: Short/Flat, NPT, For 3/8"-18 Threads

The FORMDRILL FD1580SF is a Short/Flat flat-finish friction drill bit designed for creating NPT threads for 3/8"-18 threads with a 15.8 mm drill size. This FORMDRILL product is a flat-finish friction drill bit type…

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Drill Bit: Short/Flat, NPT, For 3/8"-18 Threads
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Product Description

The FORMDRILL FD1580SF is a Short/Flat flat-finish friction drill bit designed for creating NPT threads for 3/8"-18 threads with a 15.8 mm drill size. This FORMDRILL product is a flat-finish friction drill bit type, specified by the manufacturer part number FD1580SF.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FORMDRILL FD1580SF used for?

The FORMDRILL FD1580SF is a short/flat friction drill bit used to create NPT threads for 3/8"-18 threads. It produces a flat finish in metal without cutting chips, making it suitable for thin-wall applications in automotive, HVAC, and general fabrication where strong, leak-proof threaded holes are needed.

What are the specifications of the FORMDRILL FD1580SF?

The FORMDRILL FD1580SF has a drill size of 15.8 mm and is designed for 3/8"-18 NPT threads. It is a short/flat flat-finish friction drill bit from FORMDRILL, with manufacturer part number FD1580SF. This bit creates threads without cutting, reducing material waste and tool wear.

Where to buy the FORMDRILL FD1580SF worldwide?

You can source the FORMDRILL FD1580SF through 3G Electric, a global industrial equipment distributor. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to worldwide destinations. Contact us for availability and lead time; we supply genuine FORMDRILL friction drill bits to procurement teams and engineers globally.

How to select the correct FORMDRILL friction drill bit?

Select the FORMDRILL friction drill bit based on thread size and material thickness. The FD1580SF is for 3/8"-18 NPT threads with a 15.8 mm drill size and short/flat geometry for shallow holes. Ensure your material is suitable for friction drilling (e.g., steel, aluminum) and that the bit matches your thread standard.

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Common applications for FORMDRILL
Automotive chassis assembly — FORMDRILL collar-forming bits for creating threaded holes in thin-gauge steel tubing
HVAC ductwork fabrication — FORMDRILL flat-finish bits for flush-threaded connections in sheet metal panels
Electrical enclosure manufacturing — FORMDRILL short bits for tapping M16 threads in 2 mm steel enclosures
Structural steel handrails — FORMDRILL long bits for forming threaded bushings in square tubing for bolted joints
Appliance production — FORMDRILL combination drill and tap sets for M6 and M8 threads in stainless steel panels
Solar panel mounting frames — FORMDRILL NPT bits for creating pipe-threaded holes in aluminum extrusions

FORMDRILL Products

3G Electric supplies FORMDRILL flat-finish friction drill bits. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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