Mte Hss DIN 352 M16 Metric Tap Set of 3

Mte HSS DIN 352 M16 Metric Tap Set (3-Piece Set)

Powerful and Reliable Solution for Standard Large-Diameter Tapping

The Mte HSS DIN 352 M16 Metric Tap Set (3-Piece Set) is a professional set designed for large-diameter, standard manual tapping operations. This set is used to create M16 internal threads (screw holes) in heavy industry, construction, and machine manufacturing workshops. The set, made from standard HSS (High-Speed Steel) material, offers reliable, powerful, and controlled performance in common engineering materials such as carbon steels, cast iron, and alloy steels.

These M16 (Metric 16) taps have a nominal diameter of 16 mm and a standard thread pitch of 2.0 mm.

Technical Specifications and Material Details

The Mte M16 Tap Set has features optimized for large diameter and manual use.

Feature Name	Detailed Description
Size/Type	M16 x 2.0 (Nominal diameter 16 mm, standard thread pitch 2.0 mm)
Standard	DIN 352: German standard for hand taps. Indicates that this set is a 3-piece set.
Set Contents	3-Piece Set: 1. Taper tap, 2. Plug tap, 3. Bottoming tap
Material Type	HSS (High-Speed Steel): Offers high wear resistance and toughness. Provides the structural strength required for large-diameter taps.
Cutting Direction	Right Hand
Threading Method	Cutting (Tapping)
Usage Method	Manual use (with a large tap wrench/handle).
Pilot Hole Diameter	14.0 mm (Ideal pilot hole diameter for M16 standard threads)

Areas of Use and Industries

This tap set is used in large applications requiring internal threading for heavy-duty M16 bolts and studs:

Heavy Industry and Construction: Creating strong connection threads in large steel profiles, columns, machine frames, and thick plates.

Machine Manufacturing and Toolmaking: Creating M16 thread holes in high load-bearing components and mold plates.

Energy and Infrastructure: Tapping pipes, flanges, and large engine bases.

Shipbuilding and Marine: Assembly and maintenance of large metal parts.

Machine Maintenance and Repair (MRO): Re-tapping damaged M16 threads in heavy-duty equipment.

User Information and Benefits

This 3-piece tap set appeals to users seeking controlled, high-quality, and reliable threading results in large diameters:

Progressive Cutting for Controlled Tapping: Tapping large diameters and hard materials requires excessive torque. The 3-piece set structure distributes this torque over three stages:

1. Tap (Taper): Makes the initial cut, reducing torque.

2. Tap (Plug): Gradually deepens the thread.

3. Tap (Bottoming/Machine): Brings the thread to full depth and size, creating a perfect thread profile. This reduces user fatigue and the risk of tap breakage.

Standard M16 Tapping: Cuts high-quality M16x2.0 standard threads, ensuring connections that comply with international standards.

High-Speed Steel (HSS) Durability: HSS material provides long-lasting and reliable use even in heavy-duty applications.

Ideal Pilot Hole Information: Opening a 14.0 mm diameter pilot hole before using the tap is critical for achieving maximum thread strength. (M16 HSS-E drill bit recommended).