Question |
Solution |
Oversized threads |
Incorrect tap selected for application |
See application sheet |
Incorrect axial feed |
Make sure to control the feed rate. If possible, use a tool holder for simultaneous tapping |
Cutting speed error |
See recommended values |
Tolerance error |
Choose a tap with a lower tolerance |
Undersized thread |
Tap wear |
Smoother tap |
The bottom hole of the tap is too small |
Check out drilling recommendations |
Material shrinks after tapping |
Increase drill diameter |
Tap tolerance error |
Choose a tap with a higher tolerance |
The cutting blade is slightly chipped |
Incorrect tap selected for application |
View tool selection |
Incorrect or insufficient lubricant |
Use appropriate emulsion or oil |
The tap hits the bottom of the hole |
Increase drilling depth or reduce thread depth |
Cutting jam |
View tool selection |
Case hardening in drilling |
Check out drilling recommendations |
fracture |
Torque too high |
Use a tap holder with a torque setting |
Tap wear |
Replace tap |
Incorrect or insufficient lubricant |
Use appropriate emulsion or oil |
The tap hits the bottom of the hole |
Increase drilling depth or reduce thread depth |
Cutting speed error |
See recommended values |
Bird's nest chips are produced around the tool |
Check tool selection |
The bottom hole of the tap is too small |
Check out drilling recommendations |
rapid wear |
Incorrect tap type selected for application |
See tap selection |
Incorrect or insufficient lubricant |
Use appropriate emulsion or oil |
Cutting speed too high |
See recommended values |
Process (surface) hardening in drilling |
Check drilling recommendations for drill bit wear |
The bottom hole of the tap is too small |
Check out drilling recommendations |
built-up edge |
Incorrect or insufficient lubricant |
Use appropriate emulsion or oil |
Tap wear |
Replace tap |
Cutting speed error |
See recommended values |
Incorrect tap type selected for application |
See tap selection |