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8 Things To Know About Thread Forming Taps

thread forming taps

1. Chips Aren’t Formed When using a Form Tap, chips are not formed, which means there’s no need to evacuate any part material. With thread forming, the tool is clear of any flutes as chip evacuation is not a concern. Rather than using cutting methods, Form Taps mold the workpiece together to produce the right […]

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Vapor Deposition Techniques: PVD

Aircraft Manufacturing

Vapor deposition techniques are the preferred processes for thin coatings because the techniques produce products with superior hardness, wear resistance, smoothness and oxidation resistance on tools such as end-mills, drills and reamers. These thin coatings made through vapor deposition are typically able to function in unique, high-stress environments. Of the two general categories of vapor […]

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Different Types of Thread Taps

Different Types of Thread Taps

At Epic Tool we understand that there are many different types of thread taps with various uses and purpose. On top of that, there are also many different things to look at when selecting the proper tap such as material, volume of holes, coolant supply, rigid or floating holders, as well as the tap material, […]

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Tools Used Within the Mold & Die Industry

Tools Used Within the Mold & Die Industry

What is the Difference Between Mold and Die? A DIE IS a block of metal with a special shape or with a pattern cut into it that is used for shaping other pieces of metal such as coins or for making patterns A MOLD (or mould) is a container that you pour liquid metals or […]

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