A tapping machine is by nature a heavy duty piece of equipment and, as with any equipment, there are many associated items that will increase its effectiveness and improve its running.
Tap Holders for Different Shank Sizes
In most cases it is useful to have a set of Tap Holders, since not every job requires the same type of tap. However, due to the varying standardised tap shank dimensions for different tap sizes and manufacturers, it is crucial to choose a holder which is suitable for the respective tap and which does not allow any wobble. This in turn is crucial for the quality of the threads. A badly fitted holder is, in most cases, the cause for off-centre threads.
Torque-Limiting Clutches
The function of a torque limiting clutch is to automatically disengage the tap when sufficient resistance is encountered to prevent the tap from snapping in the workpiece. A clutch of this nature is primarily used for tapping in blind holes or hard materials, i.e. stainless steel. The cost of a broken tap in a workpiece far exceeds the cost of a clutch.
Extension Arms for Awkward Workpieces
Extended arms or even telescopic arms or specially designed arm for tapping holes in flanges or in the inner part of box sections or even at an angle to tapping holes are available on the market. Those tapping machines from Roscamat are designed in several arm lengths and also as special arms.
Quick-Change Tapping Heads
The quick-change head allows for changing of the tapping heads within seconds as opposed to disassembling and reassembling of the tapping head for each tap. On large quantities of repetitive work this feature adds up very quickly and keeps cycle times down while minimising chances of misalignment when switching between taps.
Cutting Oil and Applicators
The cutting oil for the thread is one of the most important factors for the quality of the threads. The cutting oil is applied by small brush-fed applicators or by drip applicators. A useful reference for Roscamat Tapping Machines is //www.cotswold-machinery-sales.co.uk/roscamat-tapping-machines.
With the right Roscamat Tapping Machine Accessories your capable machine will become a reliable production tool.
