Description
Price: $45.99 – $37.97
(as of Oct 30, 2024 16:51:34 UTC – Details)
Cut and Repair Metal Threads Yourself
Neiko’s 40-piece SAE Tap and Hexagon Die Set is a premium, precision tool kit for hand cutting, and repairing of metal threads in your home workshop or garage.
How Do Taps and Dies Cut?
Taps cut internal threads, such as those found in nuts or within pre-drilled holes. This is known as “tapping.” Dies, cut external threads on rods, such as those on screws. This is known as “threading.” Taps and dies are also used to repair damaged threads, known as “chasing” a thread. The included tap wrench, T-handle wrench, and screw pitch gauge literally put the power of your tap and dies in the palm of your hands, saving you time, money and hassles during your next project.
Maximized Durability and Usability
The cutting pieces of this tap die set feature high strength GCr15 alloy steel construction, and a titanium coating allowing them to cut through metals including cast iron, aluminum, brass, and carbon steel, while maintaining their durability and rust resistance. The taps and dies are sized from #4 to 1/2-inch, and feature coarse (UNC) fine (UNF) and national pipe (NPT) thread designations, ensuring usability in many hand threading applications.
The 40 Piece Set Includes:
- 10 – coarse thread (UNC) plug type taps (sizes: 4-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 12-24, 1/4″-20, 5/16″-18, 3/8″-16, 7/16″-14, 1/2″-13)
- 10 – coarse thread (UNC) hexagonal dies (sizes: 4-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 12-24, 1/4″-20, 5/16″-18, 3/8″-16, 7/16″-14, 1/2″-13)
- 6 – fine thread (UNF) plug type taps (sizes: 0-32, 1/4″-28, 5/16″-24, 3/8″-24, 7/16″-20, 1/2″-20)
- 6 – fine thread (UNF) hexagonal dies (sizes: 0-32, 1/4″-28, 5/16″-24, 3/8″-24, 7/16″-20, 1/2″-20)
- 1 – NPT die: 1/8″-27
- 1 – NPT tap: 1/8″-27
- 1 – adjustable tap wrench
- 1 – T-Handle tap wrench
- 1 – adjustable die wrench
- 1 – screwdriver
- 1 – screw pitch gauge
- 1 – ABS protective storage case
PREMIUM TAP & DIE SET: Quickly repair stripped threads and screws with our easy-to-use SAE tap and die kit. The taps and dies feature coarse (UNC) and fine (UNF) thread designations for a large variety of hand-threading applications.
HIGH-QUALITY THREADING TOOLS: Each tap and die is made with strong GCr15 alloy steel for superior blade hardness and has a titanium coating for extra durability and corrosion and rust resistance, making these tools the perfect mechanic accessories.
THE RIGHT SIZE: Our 40-piece SAE dies and taps kit has the right-sized piece for your threading needs. This threading-tool set includes 20 UNC coarse-thread pieces in sizes 1/4″ to 7/16″ and 12 UNF fine-thread pieces in sizes 1/4″ to 1/2″.
EASY-TO-READ SIZING: Reduce time trying to find the right size with our thread-repair tool kit. Each tool has an engraved size marking to ensure easy identification so you can focus on your home project or professional mechanic work.
CONVENIENT TOOLS: Our auto-threader kit includes an adjustable tap wrench, an adjustable die wrench, screwdrivers, and a gauge. This precise set comes in a heavy-duty blow-molded case for easy storage and travel.
Customers say
Customers appreciate the value for money, quality, and functionality of the tools. They mention they’re well worth the price, work well on steel plate up to 1/2″ thick, and are a great addition to anyone’s tool arsenal. Some also appreciate the sharpness. However, some dislike the tap hold and disagree on the build quality and size selection.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Shawn D. Doyle –
solid tool for the price
I like it better than what I found at Harbor Freight. I only occasionally need a tap and die, I have used it twice, for the one job I bought it for and an unexpected job, I’m pretty sure you never expect to have to use a tap and die. It worked, no complaints.
Shawn L. Lobo –
Tools are great but the case is suspect. Update 1
I needed to use the set right after I received it. As I pulled the case out of the shipping sleeve all 76 pieces decided to fall out of the case because my case has no clasp to secure the case from opening. Iâve already started using the tools so now Iâm stuck with the set.I received a new set with a fully functioning case. The set works great so I updated my review.
Wolffe –
Above average quality and good selection. Sharp and sufficiently thick.
This is a good set of tap and dies upon inspection. I would rate them above average, but not amazing.The first thing I did with this set and what everybody should do, is inspect every tap and die to make sure there are no defects and that all sizes are present. All sizes were present, and I did not notice any defects visible to the eye.They are advertised as having a brazed titanium coating, I am not an expert and cannot verify this claim. I have another Neiko set of Metric taps and dies and they all have a yellowish tint to them on much of the tool, these meanwhile are all grey/silver. I am no metallurgy expert so can’t judge the product based on this alone. There is at least one inconsistency. The sizes on most taps are engraved, while others are etched? It seems unrelated to the size of the tap so not sure what’s going on. Maybe they’re newer or older taps that have been mixed in. Speaking of the engraving, on some of the dies it’s a bit messy. Still forgivable at this price point and considering the overall quality of the tools.The case is not great. The taps are subject to a lot of movement and may roll over each other in shipping which is not ideal. At this price point it’s forgivable, but I would not use this as a mobile set and leave it in the garage. The dies seem to remain in place just fine.This is my second set of Neiko taps and dies. I own a larger set specifically in Metric size, and it is definitely of higher quality than this. The price did reflect that however. This set is more of a general use set for smaller fasteners that is perfect for home mechanics or perhaps a pro who wants to supplement a more expensive set.One thing worth noting, Neiko’s warranty is far from impressive. It’s 30 days for almost all of their tools. That said, tap and dies are consumables and generally are repurchased periodically anyway. I don’t see any reason this should steer you away from the product. Neiko is known for making quality tools, even if the warranty is far from competitive. Just make sure you inspect the tools upon arrival!Overall, these are above average. I’ve certainly seen worse taps and dies at budget stores, and think I will get good usage out of these. I will update my review if they don’t hold up. Use cutting oil for best results.
abwaldal –
good stuff
I’ve been a mechanic for 55+ years and these are quite good
Andrew –
It is an OK product at a very good price! Not the best out there but also one of the least expensive
I wrote a similar review on the Neiko calipers very recently about reasonable expectations when you are buying a very inexpensive item but here we go…Is this the best set of taps money can buy? No.Is this one of the best value in taps money can buy? Yes.Bottom line is if you are are working on parts for the International Space Station I would recommend a much higher quality set that costs more than 5 times the amount this set costs. If you are looking for a very good price on a decent quality set of taps and dies then this is the best set I have come across. Even with this shortcoming of this set I still gave it an honest and fair 5 stars because I think it is a great value for the price I have paid.The taps and dies do not stay as sharp, and the case is not as nice as a set that costs a lot more money and has a name brand attached to it but for 99% of people that are looking at this who will use something out of this set maybe 3 times a year let me tell you that this is all you need.I am not sure why there are some people out there that look for the cheapest and most complete item they can find and then they hold it to unrealistic standards. A good example is I know if I go to Harbor Freight I will walk out with some really cheaply priced stuff, I also know that if I go to Harbor Freight I will walk out with some really cheaply made stuff. 😉
Tristan –
Dies seem good. Handle and case are awful
I donât have experience with any other tap and die set, but these dies seem good so far. Iâve used the 3/8â die to extend the threads about two inches on six carriage bolts. The dies cut well, and cutting the sixth bolt felt the same as cutting the first. However, after I threaded the second bolt, the screw hole for the locking screw in the die handle has completely stripped. The die handle is made from some sort of soft cheap metal, maybe cast iron. This does not give me confidence in the kit as a whole. I have a feeling other handles are more comfortable, too. This one is super basic.The case is pretty terrible. Everything just sets in place. Nothing is friction locked in place. You must handle it with care when open to avoid dumping everything. I accidentally closed it the wrong way, and every single piece dumped out. Itâs incredibly unsatisfying placing pieces back and just sitting them loosely especially when I have other similar tool cases where the tools snap in place.
Kevin Lam –
Seems pretty good so far with metal work
This is my first time in my life using a tap and die set and I decided to pick this set. It was easier than I thought to use a tap and die set. So far, I used the thread chasers to make some threads on a 2″x4″ wood, 5052 aluminum, DOM tubing, ERW tubing, and a steel chassis. Keep in mind that I am using this Neiko tap and die set as a hobbyist and I use the set with hand tools, no drill or anything.I can’t say much on how long it will last if you need this for your job but overall, I think it’s a great set on the budget if you’re doing some projects at home and you plan on using the tools by hand.
Ana Cristina –
qualidade muito boa e bom custo benefÃcio.
Uriel –
Ok
David Wooddisse –
This set helped to clean threads on the base for loader on my tractor.
Alfredo –
Puen material
Cliente Amazon –
Followed instructions and used oil and was gentle and two pieces broke each on their first use. Useless