Tired of Switching Taps for Every Material?
SmiCut’s Universal Threading Taps are engineered to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of materials — providing one solution for multiple applications.
They are available in two performance grades:
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EC Grade → High-speed steel (HSS) with cobalt (E) and a multilayer coating. The First Choice for general tapping.
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PC Grade → Powder metallurgical (PM) high-speed steel (HSS) with cobalt (E) and a multilayer coating. The Best Choice for trouble-free tapping, even in demanding materials such as super-alloys.
EC Grade – First Choice for General Tapping
For most applications, you can use our EC grade. You will find that the tool life is longer compared to bright and vaporized taps. So, even if the initial cost may be higher, your overall tooling cost will be lower. Threading is faster, and you can use the same tap for different materials.
This is a high-speed steel (HSS) tap with cobalt (E). The tap has a multilayer coating: the TiAlN base is very hard and heat-resistant, while the TiN top layer provides low friction.
For general tapping, EC grade taps are the first choice.
PC Grade – Best Choice for Trouble-Free Tapping
If your priority is trouble-free tapping, you should choose the PC Grade. It’s never a bad choice, as tool life is even longer than with the EC Grade, and you can increase the cutting speed. These taps can even machine superalloys.
This is a powder metallurgical (PM) high-speed steel (HSS) tap with cobalt (E). The tap has a multilayer coating: the TiAlN base is very hard and heat-resistant, while the WC/C top layer (DLC) provides extremely low friction and excellent anti-stick properties.
PC grade taps are the best choice for trouble-free tapping, even in demanding materials such as superalloys.
Resources and Support
In conclusion, we aim to ensure precision and productivity in your threading operations. If you need assistance to use or select our tools, or have other questions, our technical support team is ready to help. Contact us at info@smicut.se.
