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You choose this hand tap taper when BSW 2.1/4 x 4 has to be cut, followed up, or cleaned by hand with a matching tap wrench. The product is selected by thread designation, stage, material, and right-hand or left-hand direction.

BSW identifies a British Standard Whitworth thread, so Whitworth thread form, diameter, and threads per inch must match the existing part. Use a suitable tap wrench and keep the tool square to the hole throughout the manual operation.

Application

  • for manual internal thread cutting as the taper stage of the hand tap sequence
  • for BSW 2.1/4 x 4 when the thread system and pitch match the workpiece
  • for maintenance, tool room, field service, and repair work with a suitable tap wrench
  • for starting the hand-cut thread with a gradual lead-in
  • Process: manual driving or assisted driving depending on your holder and machine setup
  • Use: thread cutting, re tapping, and thread cleaning depending on condition

Note Use the hand tap stage in the correct sequence and match all follow-up taps to the same thread designation.

Benefits

  • The taper stage gives a defined role inside the manual hand tap sequence.
  • HSS-G material is stated in the product data and supports precise hand tapping in suitable materials.
  • The designation BSW 2.1/4 x 4 helps distinguish similar inch or pipe thread variants.
  • Manual operation gives the user direct control over alignment and cutting resistance.
Drawbacks
  • A single hand tap stage may not complete every hand tapping process, so use matching stages from the same thread size where required.

Step by step

  1. Check that BSW 2.1/4 x 4 matches the drawing or the existing thread.
  2. Prepare the hole and chamfer according to the hand tapping process.
  3. Clamp the hand tap in a suitable tap wrench.
  4. Apply cutting fluid suited to the workpiece material.
  5. Start the starting hand tap square to the hole axis.
  6. Turn with controlled pressure and reverse carefully to clear chips.
  7. Clean the hole before moving to the next matching hand tap stage if required.
  8. Inspect the internal thread before assembly.

Scope of supply

  • 1 piece Hand Tap Taper ISO 529 Form A HSS-G - BSW 2.1/4 x 4

Technical features

  • Product type: hand tap taper
  • Thread system: BSW
  • Thread designation: BSW 2.1/4 x 4
  • Standard: ISO 529
  • Material: HSS-G
  • Tap form: A
  • Direction: RH

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Where does this tap fit in the hand tapping sequence?

It is the taper stage, so use it at the correct point in the manual tapping process.

How do you select the correct thread?

Match BSW 2.1/4 x 4 exactly to the component or drawing, including direction when left-hand thread is stated.

Can this single hand tap replace the full sequence?

Not always, because a complete hand tapping process can require matching stages from the same thread size.

What holder do you need?

Use a suitable tap wrench that holds the square securely and allows straight manual alignment.

What should you check before starting?

Check the drilled hole, chamfer, thread direction, and lubrication before applying torque.

Where can you find hand tap information?

Additional hand tap information is available here: Technical information hand taps as PDF

Where can you find the threading tools catalog?

You can find the threading tools catalog here: VD 23 catalog as PDF

Do you need help selecting or using the product?
Use the contact form.

In this category: Threading tools

Additional information
Type of thread Whitworth-Thread
Standard ISO 529
Form Form A
Material HSS-G
Tolerance medium
Size BSW 2.1/4 x 4
Overall length (L1) 221 mm
Thread length (L2) 76 mm
Core hole diameter (D1) 50.0 mm
Shank diameter (D2) 40.0 mm
Drive connector 31.5 mm
Item number 84456-1
Type of flute straight fluted
Application for through holes
Thread standard BS 84

You choose this hand tap taper when BSW 2.1/4 x 4 has to be cut, followed up, or cleaned by hand with a matching tap wrench. The product is selected by thread designation, stage, material, and right-hand or left-hand direction.

BSW identifies a British Standard Whitworth thread, so Whitworth thread form, diameter, and threads per inch must match the existing part. Use a suitable tap wrench and keep the tool square to the hole throughout the manual operation.

Application

  • for manual internal thread cutting as the taper stage of the hand tap sequence
  • for BSW 2.1/4 x 4 when the thread system and pitch match the workpiece
  • for maintenance, tool room, field service, and repair work with a suitable tap wrench
  • for starting the hand-cut thread with a gradual lead-in
  • Process: manual driving or assisted driving depending on your holder and machine setup
  • Use: thread cutting, re tapping, and thread cleaning depending on condition

Note Use the hand tap stage in the correct sequence and match all follow-up taps to the same thread designation.

Benefits

  • The taper stage gives a defined role inside the manual hand tap sequence.
  • HSS-G material is stated in the product data and supports precise hand tapping in suitable materials.
  • The designation BSW 2.1/4 x 4 helps distinguish similar inch or pipe thread variants.
  • Manual operation gives the user direct control over alignment and cutting resistance.
Drawbacks
  • A single hand tap stage may not complete every hand tapping process, so use matching stages from the same thread size where required.

Step by step

  1. Check that BSW 2.1/4 x 4 matches the drawing or the existing thread.
  2. Prepare the hole and chamfer according to the hand tapping process.
  3. Clamp the hand tap in a suitable tap wrench.
  4. Apply cutting fluid suited to the workpiece material.
  5. Start the starting hand tap square to the hole axis.
  6. Turn with controlled pressure and reverse carefully to clear chips.
  7. Clean the hole before moving to the next matching hand tap stage if required.
  8. Inspect the internal thread before assembly.

Scope of supply

  • 1 piece Hand Tap Taper ISO 529 Form A HSS-G - BSW 2.1/4 x 4

Technical features

  • Product type: hand tap taper
  • Thread system: BSW
  • Thread designation: BSW 2.1/4 x 4
  • Standard: ISO 529
  • Material: HSS-G
  • Tap form: A
  • Direction: RH

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Where does this tap fit in the hand tapping sequence?

It is the taper stage, so use it at the correct point in the manual tapping process.

How do you select the correct thread?

Match BSW 2.1/4 x 4 exactly to the component or drawing, including direction when left-hand thread is stated.

Can this single hand tap replace the full sequence?

Not always, because a complete hand tapping process can require matching stages from the same thread size.

What holder do you need?

Use a suitable tap wrench that holds the square securely and allows straight manual alignment.

What should you check before starting?

Check the drilled hole, chamfer, thread direction, and lubrication before applying torque.

Where can you find hand tap information?

Additional hand tap information is available here: Technical information hand taps as PDF

Where can you find the threading tools catalog?

You can find the threading tools catalog here: VD 23 catalog as PDF

Do you need help selecting or using the product?
Use the contact form.

In this category: Threading tools

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