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WIDIA GTD Spiral Flute Tap: #5-40 UNC, H2 / 3B, 2 Flute, Bottoming Chamfer - Spiral-Flute Taps for Aluminum
WIDIA GTDSpiral-Flute Taps for Aluminum

WIDIA GTD Spiral Flute Tap: #5-40 UNC, H2 / 3B, 2 Flute, Bottoming Chamfer

The WIDIA GTD Spiral Flute Tap (#5-40 UNC, MPN 16006) is a high-speed steel, bottoming-chamfer tap with H2 / 3B tolerance and 2 flutes, designed for threading aluminum. 3G Electric interprets your demand for this…

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Spiral Flute Tap: #5-40 UNC, H2 / 3B, 2 Flute, Bottoming Chamfer
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Spiral-Flute Taps for Aluminum
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Technical Specifications

WIDIA GTD
Manufacturer Part Number
16006
Type
H2 / 3B, Bottoming Chamfer, High Speed Steel
Flute
2

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Product Description

The WIDIA GTD Spiral Flute Tap (#5-40 UNC, MPN 16006) is a high-speed steel, bottoming-chamfer tap with H2 / 3B tolerance and 2 flutes, designed for threading aluminum. 3G Electric interprets your demand for this specific OEM tool and delivers it across 14 industrial departments — with specialist depth in combustion, pumps and controls as a trust anchor, not a limit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WIDIA GTD #5-40 UNC spiral flute tap used for?

This WIDIA GTD spiral flute tap is designed for threading aluminum and non-ferrous materials. Its #5-40 UNC size and bottoming chamfer make it ideal for through-hole or blind-hole tapping in automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing applications where chip evacuation is critical.

What are the specifications of the WIDIA GTD 16006 tap?

The WIDIA GTD 16006 is a #5-40 UNC spiral flute tap with H2 / 3B tolerance, 2 flutes, and a bottoming chamfer. It is made from high-speed steel (HSS) and is optimized for tapping aluminum. The manufacturer part number is 16006, and it is available under SKU 53MK19.

Where to buy WIDIA GTD taps in worldwide?

3G Electric supplies WIDIA GTD taps worldwide. As a global industrial distributor, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead times on the #5-40 UNC spiral flute tap (MPN 16006) and other WIDIA GTD tooling.

How to select the correct WIDIA GTD tap for aluminum?

For aluminum, choose a spiral flute tap like the WIDIA GTD #5-40 UNC (16006) with a bottoming chamfer for blind holes. Ensure the tap size matches your thread specification (UNC) and tolerance class (H2 / 3B). Use proper cutting fluid and avoid excessive speed to prevent galling in soft materials.

Used in

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 spiral-flute 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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