The Draper 37 Piece Tap and Die Set Metric is a comprehensive threading kit designed for cutting and cleaning threads on mild steel and aluminium. Manufactured from durable alloy steel, this metric tap and die set provides tradespeople and engineers with the essential tools needed for thread restoration and creation across a range of common metric sizes from M3 to M12. This set includes both taper and plug taps for each size, allowing you to start threads accurately and complete them to full depth. The inclusion of correctly sized HSS twist drills for each tap size eliminates guesswork when drilling pilot holes, whilst the screw pitch gauge ensures accurate thread identification. Two tap wrenches are provided to accommodate different tap sizes, alongside a die holder for external thread cutting. Ideal for workshop use, automotive repairs, and general engineering applications, this tap and die set covers the most frequently used metric thread sizes in professional and maintenance environments. The steel storage case with plastic insert keeps all components organised and protected, making it suitable for both static workshop and mobile service applications. Features and Benefits: • Alloy steel construction for durability when working with mild steel and aluminium • Complete with correctly sized HSS twist drills for accurate pilot hole drilling • Both taper and plug taps included for each size, providing versatility for different threading requirements • Screw pitch gauge included for quick and accurate thread identification • Steel storage case with plastic insert keeps all 37 pieces organised and protected Contents: • 8 x Metric dies: 3 x 0.5, 3.5 x 0.6, 4 x 0.7, 5 x 0.8, 6 x 1.0, 8 x 1.25, 10 x 1.50 and 12 x 1.75 - 1" O/D • 8 x Metric taper taps: 3 x 0.5, 3.5 x 0.6, 4 x 0.7, 5 x 0.8, 6 x 1.0, 8 x 1.25, 10 x 1.50 and 12 x 1.75 - 1" O/D • 8 x Metric plug taps: 3 x 0.5, 3.5 x 0.6, 4 x 0.7, 5 x 0.8, 6 x 1.0, 8 x 1.25, 10 x 1.50 and 12 x 1.75 - 1" O/D • 1 x tap wrench - American pattern 1/2" capacity • 1 x 'T' type tap wrench 1/4" capacity • 1 x die holder 1" O/D • 8 x HSS twist drills size: 2.5, 2.9, 3.3, 4.2, 5.0, 6.8, 8.5 and 10.3mm • 1 x Screw pitch gauge
