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Taps & Dies

Tap and die sets cut internal and external threads in metal.  Taps create female threads in holes, while dies cut male threads on bolts and rods.  Proper lubrication and correct starting alignment are essential for clean threads.

What are taps and dies used for?
Taps are used to cut internal threads in holes, allowing bolts or screws to fit, while dies cut external threads on rods or bolts. Together, they’re essential for creating or repairing threaded fasteners.

How do I choose the right tap or die size?
Match the size to the desired thread diameter and pitch. Metric and imperial systems use different sizing standards, so check your measurement system before selecting the tool.

What’s the best way to use taps and dies for a clean thread?
Apply cutting fluid to reduce friction, turn the tool slowly, and back off every few turns to clear chips. This prevents binding, produces smoother threads, and extends the life of the tool.

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Alpen | Tap & Die Set HSS 16Pc

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16Pc HSS Tap & Die Set M3 - M12 HSS with Die Holder & Tap Wrench

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R 499.00
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R 399.00

Alpen | Tap Wrench M3-M10 Toolholder

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Tap Wrench Size: M3-M10 Tool Holder

R 499.00
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R 399.00
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R 389.00
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R 389.00
R 319.00
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R 319.00

Alpen | Tap Set in Pouch M6 HSS 1.0mm Pitch

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HSS Tap Set Size: M6 Pitch: 1,0mm Complete thread cutting tap set with pilot, middle and finishing cutter Range of application For through...

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R 389.00
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R 389.00
R 319.00
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R 319.00
R 302.27
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R 302.27
R 239.00
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R 239.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 4mm in Pouch 0.7mm Pitch

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Cobalt Tap 4mm Cobalt Tap in Pouch 0.7mm Pitch

R 302.27
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R 302.27
R 239.00
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R 239.00
R 309.81
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R 309.81
R 249.00
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R 249.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 5mm in Pouch 0.8mm Pitch

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Cobalt Tap 5mm Cobalt Tap in Pouch 0.8mm Pitch

R 309.81
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R 309.81
R 249.00
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R 249.00
R 618.35
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R 618.35
R 489.00
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R 489.00

Alpen | Tap Combination PLW M6 1/4" Shank

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Combination Tap PLW M6 Combination Tap 1/4" Shank

R 618.35
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R 618.35
R 489.00
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R 489.00
R 139.89
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R 139.89
R 109.00
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R 109.00

Alpen | Tap HSS 2mm in Pouch 0.5mm Pitch

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HSS Tap 2mm HSS Tap in Pouch 0.5mm Pitch

R 139.89
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R 109.00
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R 218.55
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R 218.55
R 179.00
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R 179.00

Alpen | Die 5mm Round 25 X 9mm in Pouch HSS 0.8mm Pitch

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HSS Die 5mm Round 25X9mmHSS Die with 0.8mm Pitch Range of application: Suitable for alloyed and unalloyed steels up to approx. 850N/mm²

R 218.55
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R 218.55
R 179.00
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R 179.00
R 248.57
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R 199.00
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R 199.00

Alpen | Die HSS Stock 25 X 9mm in Pouch

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Die Stock 1 HSS 25X9mm Die Stock Accommodates M2 - M12 dies for thread cutting

R 248.57
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R 248.57
R 199.00
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R 199.00
R 339.00
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R 339.00
R 279.00
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R 279.00

Alpen | Tap Wrench M3-12 in Pouch

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Tap Wrench Size: M3-M12 In pouch

R 339.00
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R 339.00
R 279.00
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R 279.00
R 321.02
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R 321.02
R 259.00
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R 259.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 4mm Spiral Fluted in Pouch 0.7mm Pitch

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Cobalt Spiral Fluted Tap 4mm Cobalt Spiral Fluted Tap in Pouch 0.7mm Pitch

R 321.02
R 321.02 - R 321.02
R 321.02
R 259.00
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R 259.00
R 618.35
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R 618.35
R 489.00
R 489.00 - R 489.00
R 489.00

Alpen | Tap Combination PLW M5 1/4" Shank

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Combination Tap PLW M5 Combination Tap 1/4" Shank

R 618.35
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R 618.35
R 489.00
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R 489.00
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R 884.35
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R 884.35
R 689.00
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R 689.00

Alpen | Tap HSS 16mm in Plastic Tube 2.0mm Pitch

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HSS Tap 16mm HSS Tap in Pouch 2,0mm Pitch

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R 884.35
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R 884.35
R 689.00
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R 689.00
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R 291.00
R 291.00 - R 291.00
R 291.00
R 229.00
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R 229.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 3mm in Pouch 0.5mm Pitch

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Cobalt Tap 3mm Cobalt Tap in Pouch 0.5mm Pitch

R 291.00
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R 291.00
R 229.00
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R 229.00
R 309.81
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R 309.81
R 249.00
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R 249.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 6mm in Pouch 1.0mm Pitch

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Cobalt Tap 6mm Cobalt Tap in Pouch 1,0mm Pitch

R 309.81
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R 309.81
R 249.00
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R 249.00
R 502.14
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R 502.14
R 399.00
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R 399.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 8mm in Pouch 1.25mm Pitch

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Cobalt Tap 8mm Cobalt Tap in Pouch 1.25mm Pitch

R 502.14
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R 502.14
R 399.00
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R 399.00
R 614.50
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R 614.50
R 479.00
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R 479.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 10mm in Pouch 1.5mm Pitch

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Cobalt Machine Tap 10mm Cobalt Machine Tap in Pouch 1.5mm Pitch

R 614.50
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R 614.50
R 479.00
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R 479.00
R 585.86
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R 585.86
R 459.00
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R 459.00

Alpen | Tap Cobalt 12mm in Pouch 1.75mm Pitch

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Cobalt Tap 12mm Cobalt Tap in Pouch 1.75mm Pitch

R 585.86
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R 459.00
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R 459.00
R 965.54
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R 965.54
R 759.00
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R 759.00

Alpen | Tap Set HSS Imperial G 1/8" Pouched

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2Pc HSS Tap Set 1/8" Imperial G Pouched

R 965.54
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R 965.54
R 759.00
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R 759.00
R 1,065.47
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R 1,065.47
R 839.00
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R 839.00

Alpen | Tap Set HSS Imperial G 1/4" Pouched

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2Pc HSS Tap Set 1/4" Imperial G Pouched

R 1,065.47
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R 839.00
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R 1,305.25
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R 1,305.25
R 1,019.00
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R 1,019.00

Alpen | Tap Set HSS Imperial G 3/8" Pouched

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2Pc HSS Tap Set 3/8" Imperial G Pouched

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R 1,305.25
R 1,019.00
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R 1,019.00
R 1,936.02
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R 1,936.02
R 1,519.00
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R 1,519.00

Alpen | Tap Set HSS Imperial G 1/2" Pouched

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2Pc HSS Tap Set 1/2" Imperial G Pouched

R 1,936.02
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R 1,936.02
R 1,519.00
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R 1,519.00
R 749.45
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R 749.45
R 589.00
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R 589.00

Alpen | Tap Set in Pouch M2 HSS 0.5mm Pitch

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HSS Tap Set Size: M2 Pitch: 0,5mm Complete thread cutting tap set with pilot, middle and finishing cutter Range of application For through ...

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R 749.45
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R 749.45
R 589.00
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R 589.00
R 369.78
R 369.78 - R 369.78
R 369.78
R 289.00
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R 289.00

Alpen | Tap Set in Pouch M4 HSS 0.7mm Pitch

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HSS Tap Set Size: M4 Pitch: 0,7mm Complete thread cutting tap set with pilot, middle and finishing cutter Range of application For through...

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R 369.78
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R 369.78
R 289.00
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R 289.00