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WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap: M6x1 Metric, D8 / 6H, Plug Chamfer, High Speed Steel (MPN 17087) - Thread-Forming Taps for Aluminum
WIDIA GTDThread-Forming Taps for Aluminum

WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap: M6x1 Metric, D8 / 6H, Plug Chamfer, High Speed Steel (MPN 17087)

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Thread Forming Tap: M6x1 Metric, D8 / 6H, Plug Chamfer, High Speed Steel
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17087
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D8 / 6H, Plug Chamfer, High Speed Steel
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What is the WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap M6x1 used for?

The WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap M6x1 is used to create internal threads in aluminum and other ductile materials without cutting. It forms threads by displacing material, making it ideal for high-speed production in automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing applications.

What are the specifications of the WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap 17087?

The WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap MPN 17087 has a metric M6x1 thread size, D8 / 6H tolerance, plug chamfer, and is made of high-speed steel. It is designed for thread forming in aluminum and non-ferrous materials, providing strong, burr-free threads.

Where to buy WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap 17087 worldwide?

You can source the WIDIA GTD Thread Forming Tap 17087 through 3G Electric, a global industrial equipment distributor. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to worldwide destinations, ensuring reliable supply for your manufacturing needs.

How to select the correct WIDIA GTD thread forming tap for aluminum?

To select the correct WIDIA GTD thread forming tap for aluminum, match the thread size (e.g., M6x1), tolerance class (e.g., 6H), and chamfer type (e.g., plug) to your application. Use high-speed steel taps for general aluminum work, and ensure proper lubrication to reduce friction and extend tool life.

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Common applications for WIDIA GTD
Automotive manufacturing — WIDIA GTD spiral-point taps (e.g., VTSPO5099) for through-hole threading in engine blocks
Aerospace component production — WIDIA GTD TiCN-coated taps for threading stainless steel and titanium alloys
General machining job shops — WIDIA GTD hand tap sets for maintenance and repair threading of UNC/UNF fasteners
Aluminum fabrication — WIDIA GTD spiral-flute taps for aluminum (e.g., MPN 16058) for blind-hole threading in heat sinks
Hydraulic system assembly — WIDIA GTD thread-forming taps (e.g., MPN 19862) for cold-forming threads in ductile materials
Oil and gas equipment — WIDIA GTD cobalt spiral-flute taps (e.g., VTSFT5170) for threading high-strength steel components

WIDIA GTD Products

3G Electric supplies WIDIA GTD thread-forming taps for aluminum. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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