MAYKESTAG Speedtap Universal HSSE-V3 Machine Tap M18 Spiral Fluted DIN 376

Maykestag Speedtap Universal HSSE-V3 Machine Tap M18 Spiral Fluted DIN 376

Professional M18 x 2.5 Speedtap Universal machine tap manufactured from HSSE-V3, featuring 40° spiral-fluted geometry, a Form C chamfer and ISO2 (6H) thread tolerance for accurate metric ISO threading in blind holes.

The Maykestag Code 4671 Speedtap Universal is a spiral-fluted machine tap designed for producing metric ISO threads according to DIN 13. This M18 version has a 2.5mm thread pitch and is manufactured to DIN 376, combining a 40° spiral angle with a short Form C chamfer of 2–3 pitches. Its geometry is specifically designed for blind-hole threading, where effective chip evacuation is essential for reliable machining and consistent thread quality.

Product highlights

• Speedtap Universal series: Maykestag high-performance machine tapping range designed for dependable production threading.
• M18 x 2.5 metric thread: Produces M18 metric ISO threads with a 2.5mm pitch.
• DIN 376: Manufactured according to the specified DIN standard for this machine-tap series.
• HSSE-V3 cutting material: High-performance high-speed steel grade specified by Maykestag for the Code 4671 range.
• 40° spiral flutes: Designed to promote chip evacuation back towards the hole entrance during blind-hole tapping.
• Blind-hole geometry: Specifically designated by Maykestag for blind-hole threading applications.
• Form C chamfer: Short 2–3 pitch chamfer suited to controlled thread production in blind holes.
• ISO2 (6H) tolerance: Designed to produce metric ISO internal threads to the commonly used 6H tolerance class.
• Four-flute design: The M18 tap is manufactured with four cutting flutes.
• Recommended tap drill: Maykestag specifies a Ø15.5mm pre-drill diameter for this M18 x 2.5 tap.

Designed for Blind-Hole Machine Tapping

Blind-hole tapping requires effective chip management because there is no opening beneath the thread through which chips can escape. The 40° spiral-fluted geometry of the Speedtap Universal is designed to transport chips back towards the entry side of the hole during machining. Combined with the short Form C chamfer and ISO2 (6H) thread tolerance, the Code 4671 provides a purpose-designed solution for accurate machine production of metric ISO internal threads.