To coincide with the publication of its latest threading and tapping catalogue,
Industrial Tooling Corporation (ITC) has launched a raft of new threading products that include the new series of EG metric wire insert taps and thread formers.
In the transport industry where excessive vibration can disrupt the integrity of a thread in high-value components, such as aerospace engine casings, train and rail components — manufacturers are increasingly applying wire inserts in favour of remanufacturing costly components. This is where the ITC thread formers are ideal.
Included in the ITC range of wire insert taps are the new EG Metric HSSE-PM spiral flute and spiral point taps which are manufactured from HSS powdered metal HSSE-PM, to increase performance and longevity while delivering a perfect thread form.
They are manufactured to a 6HX tolerance and the dimensions are in accordance with DIN 371/376. The spiral flute series is available from M2 through to M20 with an overall length from 50 to 160mm depending upon the selected thread.
The new Issue 7 of the ITC tapping and threading catalogue has details of all spiral point, spiral flute and the wire insert thread formers — it also identifies the respective drill required for each thread. Simplifying the selection process for the end-user, the new publication has the appropriate drill diameter in both 3xD and 5xD with corresponding catalogue pricing.
To produce threaded holes in preparation for wire inserts, customers can either download the new catalogue via the ITC website (
www.itc-ltd.co.uk/products) or speak to an ITC representative for more information on the extensive product range available.