--- product_id: 105868674 title: "Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) Cobalt Steel Spiral Point Tap, Relieved Style, Uncoated (Bright) Finish, Round Shank With Square End, Plug Chamfer, 6-32 Thread Size" brand: "union butterfield" price: "VT3160" currency: VUV in_stock: true category: "Industrial" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/105868674-union-butterfield-1634-unc-cobalt-steel-spiral-point-tap-relieved store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) Cobalt Steel Spiral Point Tap, Relieved Style, Uncoated (Bright) Finish, Round Shank With Square End, Plug Chamfer, 6-32 Thread Size **Brand:** union butterfield **Price:** VT3160 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) Cobalt Steel Spiral Point Tap, Relieved Style, Uncoated (Bright) Finish, Round Shank With Square End, Plug Chamfer, 6-32 Thread Size by union butterfield - **How much does it cost?** VT3160 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/105868674-union-butterfield-1634-unc-cobalt-steel-spiral-point-tap-relieved) ## Best For - union butterfield enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted union butterfield brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Size:#6-32 The Union Butterfield 1634(UNC)/1634(UNF) uncoated, cobalt steel spiral point tap has a relieved-style design, straight flutes with a plug chamfer, and a round shank with a square end, and is used to create right-hand threads in steel, synthetic materials, and a range of other materials. It is available in two different ANSI thread specification standards: UNC (Unified Coarse) and UNF (Unified Fine). The spiral point of this tap (sometimes referred to as a “gun tap”) pushes chips ahead of the tool and the straight flutes reduce clogging. Both characteristics make it suitable for threading through holes (extending through the workpiece). Relieved-style design reduces the friction between tap and workpiece for reduced tool wear. This tap features eccentric, full pitch diameter thread relief for free cutting and increased tool life. The plug chamfer distributes cutting to ease tapping at the beginning of the hole and to maintain correct perpendicular alignment with the workpiece. Right-hand threads are designed to tighten when a head or nut is rotated clockwise (the most common threading direction). Cobalt steel is harder and tougher than high-speed steel, so it helps increase tool life and it can be used to tap tougher metals such as cast iron, nickel alloys, austenitic stainless, and aircraft alloys. The round shank with square end helps to minimize rotation in the tool holder. This tool can be used in machines, such as drill presses or lathes, or with hand tools such as tap wrenches. In the Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) and 1634(UNF) tap series, all sizes have two flutes and plug chamfers. This tap conforms to ANSI standards. A 1634(UNC) tap can create threads to a depth 2 ½ times its diameter. A 1634(UNF) tap can create threads to a depth 1 ¼ times its diameter. These taps are suitable for the ANSI 3B tolerance class: 3B produces close-tolerance fasteners used for greater resistance to stripping, as in aerospace applications. Taps produce internal threads in previously formed holes and can be used in machines (such as drill presses) or with hand tools. Common types of taps include hand taps, spiral point taps, spiral flute taps, thread forming taps, and pipe taps. Hand taps (straight-flute taps) collect chips in the straight flutes of the tool; spiral point taps push chips through holes ahead of the tool; and spiral flute taps pull chips back from the tip of the tool, up and out the hole. Thread forming taps, also known as cold forming taps, press rather than cut to create threads in a drilled hole, and no chips are created. Pipe taps create threads in pipes and pipe fittings. Each thread type designates a thread profile and each type is identified with an abbreviation. In the U.S. and Canada, the Unified Thread Standard is the dominant thread type, including UNC (Unified Coarse), UNF (Unified Fine), and NPT (National Pipe Taper) threads, among others. Dormer Pramet manufactures cutting tools under the following brands: Precision Twist Drill, Dormer, Union Butterfield and Pramet. The company has locations around the world, and provides tools adhering to ANSI, NAS, and DIN standards. ## Features - Spiral point tap pushes chips ahead of tool to reduce clogging - Spiral point tap with straight flutes for cutting threads in through holes - Cobalt steel, harder than high-speed steel, for increased tool life and tapping tougher metals - Relieved-style design with eccentric, full-pitch diameter thread relief for free cutting and reduced tool wear - Plug chamfer for easier starting and correct perpendicular alignment ## Images ![Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) Cobalt Steel Spiral Point Tap, Relieved Style, Uncoated (Bright) Finish, Round Shank With Square End, Plug Chamfer, 6-32 Thread Size - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41tu1bYFfeL.jpg) ![Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) Cobalt Steel Spiral Point Tap, Relieved Style, Uncoated (Bright) Finish, Round Shank With Square End, Plug Chamfer, 6-32 Thread Size - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31eVOAr9FXL.jpg) ![Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) Cobalt Steel Spiral Point Tap, Relieved Style, Uncoated (Bright) Finish, Round Shank With Square End, Plug Chamfer, 6-32 Thread Size - Image 3](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41eUloW2tCL.jpg) ![Union Butterfield 1634(UNC) Cobalt Steel Spiral Point Tap, Relieved Style, Uncoated (Bright) Finish, Round Shank With Square End, Plug Chamfer, 6-32 Thread Size - Image 4](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31qeEMGcbPL.jpg) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/105868674-union-butterfield-1634-unc-cobalt-steel-spiral-point-tap-relieved](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/105868674-union-butterfield-1634-unc-cobalt-steel-spiral-point-tap-relieved) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-11*