The Hertel Spiral Point Tap is a precision threading tool designed for 9/16-12 UNC applications. Featuring 3 flutes and a plug chamfer, this high-speed steel tap delivers efficient performance for right-hand threading operations. The bright/uncoated finish provides excellent visibility during use, while the H3 designation indicates its specific hardness rating for optimal cutting performance. With an overall length of 3-19/32", this tap offers the reach needed for various threading applications. Manufactured by MSC Industrial, this Hertel tap (Part #008542AS) is ideal for professional machinists and industrial applications requiring precise thread formation. The spiral point design helps push chips forward, making it particularly effective for through-hole applications where chip evacuation is critical to achieving clean, accurate threads.