Hi all
I have some 6061 T6 I'm looking to drill and thread with an M14 x 1.00 in a manual lathe and was wondering what would be the tap type of choice for the pros, a gun nose (sprial point), or form tap?
I haven't used form taps before but I understand they can be run harder and faster with less breakages? How are they at 14mm? Would they be good for the 6061 or should I stick with what I know and go the gun nose?
Thanks all
I have some 6061 T6 I'm looking to drill and thread with an M14 x 1.00 in a manual lathe and was wondering what would be the tap type of choice for the pros, a gun nose (sprial point), or form tap?
I haven't used form taps before but I understand they can be run harder and faster with less breakages? How are they at 14mm? Would they be good for the 6061 or should I stick with what I know and go the gun nose?
Thanks all