Milwaukee 49-57-5542 Drill and Tap Bit, HCS, Black Oxide, Specifications: 5/16-18 NC Straight Flute Plug Tap, F Drill

Our Milwaukee® straight flute plug tap and drill bit sets include a precision-machined plug tap for creating or repairing clean, accurate (internal) threads, as well as the corresponding drill bit for piloting. The plug taps feature long-lasting laser-etched sizing for the clearest markings and include a protective black oxide coating for corrosion resistance. The plug taps square shank is compatible with all standard tap handles or tap wrenches and is designed for through-hole threading. Engineered for durability, our Milwaukee® straight flute plug taps are designed for cutting threads in the most common metal applications including brass, aluminum, mild steel and more. The accompanying drill bit is designed for use with drill drivers. For top results, use plug taps with cutting fluid.

• Precision-machined for creating and repairing clean, accurate threads

• Long-lasting laser etch for the clearest markings

• Straight flute tap style designed for the most common threading applications

• Hand taps are not recommended for use with power-tools

• For better results use with cutting fluid

• High-carbon steel for durability

• Black oxide coating for corrosion resistance

• Square shanked tap is compatible with all standard tap handles or tap wrenches

• Designed for use in metal materials including brass, aluminum and mild steel

• Drill bit is designed for use with drill drivers