Tork Craft Carbon Steel Tap M8 x 1.25 (Plug Tap)
Product Description:
The Tork Craft Carbon Steel Tap M8 x 1.25 (Plug Tap) is a precision-engineered hand tap designed for cutting clean, accurate internal threads in a variety of workshop and maintenance applications. Manufactured to exacting standards, this tap delivers reliable performance for standard, metric, and pipe threading tasks.
Built with a four-flute design, it provides improved chip clearance for smoother cutting action and reduced clogging during use. The right-hand plug tap profile ensures controlled thread formation, making it ideal for general-purpose threading in light engineering, automotive repair, installation work, and DIY applications.
Features
- M8 x 1.25 metric thread plug tap
- Manufactured from durable carbon steel
- Four-flute design for improved chip removal
- Right-hand threaded for standard cutting direction
- Produced to precise specifications for accurate threading
- Rust and tarnish resistant finish for longer tool life
- Suitable for standard, metric, and pipe threading applications
Benefits
- Cuts clean and accurate internal threads
- Smooth chip evacuation reduces binding and tool wear
- Ideal for general workshop, maintenance, and installation work
- Reliable performance in mild steel, aluminium, and brass
- Easy to use with standard tap wrench setups
Applications
- Cutting new internal threads
- Repairing damaged threads
- Automotive and mechanical repair
- Engineering and fabrication work
- Installation and maintenance tasks
- General DIY and workshop use
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | TorkCraft |
| Product Type | Carbon Steel Plug Tap |
| Thread Size | M8 x 1.25 |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Flutes | 4 |
| Tap Type | Plug Tap |
| Recommended Drill Size | 6.8 mm |
| Packaging | Carded Pack (Qty 1) |
| Product Code | NR2080C |
What You Need to Use This Tap
- Correct size drill bit (6.8 mm for M8 x 1.25)
- Tap wrench
- Suitable cutting lubricant (light oil for ferrous metals, paraffin or beeswax for aluminium; do not use oil for cast iron)
Safety Warning
Using any cutting tool can be dangerous. Always ensure the correct tool and procedure are used for the job, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
