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Types of chamfer forms

The types of chamfer are defined in standards DIN 2175 and DIN 2197 for forming taps and cutting taps, respectively.

Form
A
Chamfer form and length
Chamfer form A: 5 - 6 threads for through holes
Flute type
Tap with straight flutes
Form
B
Chamfer form and length
Chamfer form B: 4 - 5 threads for through holes
Flute type
Tap with straight flutes and spiral point
Form
C
Chamfer form and length
Chamfer form C: 2 - 3 threads for blind and through holes
Flute type
Tap with straight flutesTap with 15° right hand spiralTap with 40° right hand spiralTap with 45° right hand spiralForming tap without oil groovesForming tap with oil grooves
Form
D
Chamfer form and length
Chamfer form D: 4 - 5 threads for through holes
Flute type
Tap with 15° left hand spiral
Form
E
Chamfer form and length
Chamfer form E: 1,5 - 2 threads for blind holes
Flute type
Tap with 40° right hand spiralTap with 45° right hand spiralForming tap without oil grooves
Form
F
Chamfer form and length
Chamfer form F: 1 – 1,5 threads for blind holes
Flute type
Forming tap without oil groovesForming tap with oil grooves

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