This Tapping Fixture holds taps perfectly square to the base so threads are cut straight every time.
The smooth turning, steel spindle† and large chrome plated handwheel† provide the 'feel' needed for hand tapping to minimize breakage, and the cast iron base assures stability for extra control.
(† Both ARC custom mods made here in the UK)
Drill chuck holds taps with shanks up to 1/4 inch diameter.
Clearance under chuck: adjustable up to 155mm.
Distance from center of chuck to front of column: 125mm.
Base includes 8mm T-slots (T-Nuts available separately) for mounting a vice or clamps.
Tapping fixture can also be used for hand-powered drilling and reaming, and is the perfect drill press for plastic.