RUKO HGB-DIN352-HSS-60°-M5x0.80mm Hand Tap

For machinists and metalworkers threading M5 holes by hand in steel, cast iron, or non-ferrous metals, the RUKO HGB-DIN352-HSS-60°-M5x0.80mm hand tap delivers reliable, precise threads. Made from high-speed steel (HSS) and conforming to DIN 352, this tap features a metric coarse thread of M5 with a 0.80 mm pitch and a 60° thread angle. Its bright, uncoated finish and ISO 2 (6H) tolerance class ensure clean, accurate threads in materials up to 900 N/mm² hardness.

Key specifications

• Product type: Hand tap
• Material: High-speed steel (HSS)
• Standard: DIN 352
• Thread type: Metric coarse thread
• Thread size: M5
• Thread pitch: 0.80 mm
• Thread angle: 60°
• Overall length: 55 mm
• Thread length: 16 mm
• Shank diameter: 4.0 mm
• Square drive size: 3.1 mm
• Number of flutes: 3
• Cutting direction: Right-hand cut
• Tolerance class: ISO 2 (6H)
• Surface treatment: Bright (uncoated)
• Application: General purpose threading in unalloyed and alloyed steels, cast iron, non-ferrous metals
• Recommended material hardness: Up to 900 N/mm²
• Usage: Manual or low-speed machine tapping
• Point geometry: Form C (2-3 threads lead)
• Packaging: Single tap

Why choose it

This tap is engineered for durability and precision, making it a dependable choice for both professional workshops and serious DIY metalworking. The HSS construction withstands the demands of threading tough materials, while the DIN 352 compliance ensures compatibility with standard tap wrenches and holders.

Ideal use cases

• Creating or repairing M5 threads in steel components
• Threading holes in cast iron machine parts
• Producing threads in non-ferrous metals like aluminum or brass
• Manual tapping in maintenance and repair tasks

Good to know

For best results, use a suitable cutting fluid and ensure proper alignment. The tap is supplied individually, so you can order exactly the quantity needed for your project.