Knowledge Bag for When in Trouble: Calculation of the Pilot Hole Diameter for Roll Taps
Common questions and concerns about screws resolved! Roll tap edition.
YAMAWA will respond to inquiries received from customers. This document also includes detailed explanations. 【Contents】 ■Inquiry We are performing roll tapping on SS400 material with M6X1. We understand that the inner diameter of the processed blind hole varies in its bulging depending on the material and processing shape, so the pilot hole diameter is just a guideline. Please let us know if there is a good method to find the appropriate pilot hole diameter. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document at the link below.
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【Other Published Content】 ■Response ■Explanation ■Comparison Examples of Protrusions by Pilot Hole Diameter *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.
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Since our founding in 1923, the YAMAWA Group has been dedicated to researching and developing the highest quality cutting tools—such as taps, dies, and center drills—to meet the ever-evolving technological needs of the market. Guided by the founding spirit of contributing to the progress and development of Japan’s machinery industry, we continue to pursue excellence as specialists in cutting tools. YAMAWA products are trusted across a wide range of industries, from space exploration and aerospace to automotive, shipbuilding, machine tools, home appliances, and IT-related sectors—both in Japan and worldwide. Staying true to our philosophy of providing “Reliable Screw Threads”, we constantly refine our technology and quality management systems. As Japan’s first tap manufacturer to obtain ISO 9001 certification, we take pride in our heritage while striving to advance innovation and deliver cutting tools that support manufacturing around the world.