Irwin Hanson 8136 3/8-24 NF Plug Tap High Carbon Steel

The Irwin Hanson 8136 is a 3/8"-24 NF (National Fine) fractional plug tap designed for reliable hand threading applications. Manufactured from high carbon steel, this precision tap delivers consistent performance for general-purpose threading, maintenance, repair work, and re-threading operations where moderate accuracy is required.

Key Features:

• High carbon steel construction optimized for hand tapping applications
• Plug tap design with 3 to 5 threads chamfered for versatile threading work
• Precision ground straight flutes provide rapid chip removal for efficient threading
• Produces Class 2B internal threads to standard specifications
• Tap size and recommended drill bit size etched on tool for easy identification
• Made in USA with Hanson quality standards

This plug tap is ideal for all general-purpose threading tasks, routine maintenance, and repair applications. The straight flute design ensures smooth chip evacuation while the plug point style makes it suitable for through-hole and moderate-depth blind hole threading. Perfect for automotive, machinery, and industrial maintenance work where reliable thread cutting performance is essential.