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What other tap/die sizes can I use?

What other tap/die sizes can I use?

What other tap/die sizes can I use?

(OP)
Hey all,

First post here. smile

I have two parts that mate with M18x1 threads. The threads were damaged during installation. I figure I will need to get a M18x1 tap and a die.

Fact is, I can't track down a die in that pitch. Seems to me that 1.5 and 2mm are more popular.

How else can I repair the threads? Can I re-thread with M18x1.5 or M18x2?

Please advise. Thank you for your help.

Vince

RE: What other tap/die sizes can I use?

What material is the part?  Could you drill it out and replace with some kind of insert or helicoil?

I can't remember what the standard pitch of M18 screws is.

I don't think trying to re-tap with a different pitch thread will work.  Some of the material required to form the new thread is already removed.

KENAT, probably the least qualified checker you'll ever meet...

RE: What other tap/die sizes can I use?

(OP)
KENAT,

Thanks for the reply.

Actually I found the M18x1 die. Took me a while.

JL Industrial carries it. :)

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