Thredlock Forming Taps
Now you can manufacture tapped parts that keep a secure grip on fasteners without the use of lock washers or thread-lock compounds. How? By using a patented Balax Thredlock Tap to thread your hole. This simple, economical process helps minimize materials costs and streamline the assembly process.

For use in ductile materials, Balax Thredlock Taps are the ideal way to prevent loosening of fasteners that are subjected to vibration or thermal expansion. They are available for both blind and thru hole applications, and the tapped holes are compatible with standard, off-the-shelf fasteners.

Coolant-Thru Forming and Cutting Taps
Take advantage of the coolant-thru capabilities of your machine tool. Available in both cold forming and cutting tap styles, Balax Coolant-Thru taps solve lubrication problems, even in deep blind holes. Both forming and cutting taps are available in three coolant-path styles: Thru-Coolant, Radial-Coolant and Angular-Coolant.

Chipbreaker Cutting Taps

Straight Flute Chipbreaker Thredshavers are engineered for tapping deep blind and thru holes where chips made by spiral flute or conventional flute taps are a problem. The special heavy duty flute configuration converts chips to small flakes that are easily handled without causing tap binding or seizure. They are available in regular or coolant-thru configurations.

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