Change tools in seconds
The 1/4" hex shank enables fast changeovers between drills, taps and other tools.
HexDrive Machine Taps
Fast. Secure. HexDrive.
Maschinengewindebohrer aus HSS-E mit 1/4"-Sechskantantrieb: entwickelt für schnelle Werkzeugwechsel, sichere Drehmomentübertragung und präzise Innengewinde von M3 bis M12.
M3–M12
common metric thread sizes in the range
HSS-E
robust design for long tool life
Form B / C
for through-hole and blind-hole applications
900 N/mm²
for unalloyed to low-alloy materials
Product benefits
Thread tapping when speed and precision matter.
The HexDrive shank replaces the classic square drive with a 1/4" hexagon holder. This means the tools fit common bit holders, quick-change holders and suitable machine solutions.
Secure power transmission
The hexagon geometry reduces the risk of slipping and ensures stable torque transmission.
Wide range of applications
Available in Form B for through holes and Form C 15° RSP for blind holes – in sizes from M3 to M12.
Compact product details
Four technical features. One clear advantage.
HexDrive combines machine-tap quality with the handling of a bit holder. This ensures short setup times and clean thread results.
1/4" hex shank
for bit and quick-change holders
HSS-E cutting material
for reliable tool performance
DIN-based design
DIN 371: M3–M10, DIN 376: M12
ISO 2 / 6H
for repeatable internal threads
Shank detail
The difference is in the drive.
HexDrive combines the precision of a machine tap with the flexibility of a bit holder. This makes the tools especially attractive for workstations where users frequently switch between process steps.
- Positive-locking holder via the 1/4" hex shank.
- Suitable for assembly, maintenance and recurring workshop tasks.
- Available as an individual tool and as a set solution.
Selection guide
The right form for your hole.
B
Form B – for through holes
The version with spiral-point chamfer transports chips forward in the cutting direction. Ideal when the hole passes completely through the workpiece.
- for through threads
- stable chip transport forward
- available as individual tool and M3–M12 set
C
Form C 15° RSP – for blind holes
The right-hand spiral supports chip evacuation out of the hole. This makes this version especially suitable for bottoming and blind holes.
- for blind-hole threads
- 15° right-hand spiral for controlled chip evacuation
- available as individual tool and M3–M12 set
Technical data
Compact. Robust. Practical.
The key features at a glance – for specialist retailers, workshops, application engineering and product communication.
- Thread type Metric ISO thread DIN 13
- Sizes M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10, M12
- Standard reference DIN 371 for M3–M10, DIN 376 for M12
- Chamfer Form B or Form C 15° right-hand spiral
- Material HSS-E / HSSE
- Tolerance ISO 2 / 6H
- Drive 1/4" hex shank, HexDrive
- Materials easily machinable unalloyed and low-alloy steels up to 900 N/mm²
Video
HexDrive in motion.
The application video shows what HexDrive was developed for: fast, uncomplicated thread tapping with a secure 1/4" hexagon drive.
Product selection
Straight to the right HexDrive product.
Individual tools for specific applications or complete sets for the workshop, service vehicle and production.
Overview
All HexDrive products
Filterable product list with individual tools and sets.
Form B
Machine tap set M3–M12
For through holes, HSS-E, ISO 2 / 6H.
Form C
Machine tap set 15° RSP
For blind holes with controlled chip evacuation.
Set solution
HexDrive threading tool set P.K.335
Form B set for through holes.
Set solution
HexDrive threading tool set P.K.336
Form C set for blind-hole threads.
Individual tool
Form B M3
Individual HexDrive machine tap for through holes.
Individual tool
Form C M3
Individual HexDrive machine tap for blind holes.
Advice
Support with selection
Technical advice for tool, material and application.
Threading Solutions
More speed in tool changes. More security in the thread.
HexDrive is the compact VÖLKEL solution for everyone who frequently cuts threads, changes tools quickly and relies on precise tool quality.