M8 M8X1.25_Hand_Tap_RH Threading
- Threading
- alloy tool steel
- 1.1 ounces
A straightforward M8x1.25 right-hand tap for anyone who already knows the thread pitch they need, sized as a single tool rather than a kit.
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Overview
Sized M8x1.25 and cut for right-hand threading, this hand tap is made from alloy tool steel and weighs 1.13 ounces, built for cutting a single standard metric thread by hand.
Hand taps like this one are turned into a pre-drilled hole with a tap wrench to cut matching internal threads, in this case the common M8x1.25 metric pitch used across automotive and machinery fasteners. Being right-hand cut means it threads in the standard clockwise direction, matching the vast majority of metric bolts.
- M8x1.25 thread pitch
- Right-hand cutting direction
- Alloy tool steel
- 1.13 ounce hand tool
Who it's for
Machine shop and repair work calling for M8x1.25 threads is the natural home for this tap. It will not help if the job needs a different pitch, a left-hand cut, or a full tap and die set.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Standard M8x1.25 metric pitch
- Alloy tool steel construction
- Compact and lightweight at 1.13 ounces
- Single tap, not a set
- Right-hand cut only
- Requires a separate tap wrench
Performance notes
Cutting a clean thread with a hand tap depends on starting square, backing off periodically to clear chips, and using the correct pilot hole size for M8x1.25. Alloy tool steel is a common choice for hand taps because it holds an edge through repeated use without being as brittle as harder tool steels.
Specifications
| Brand | M8 |
|---|---|
| Model | M8X1.25_Hand_Tap_RH |
| Material | alloy tool steel |
| Item Weight | 1.1 ounces |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in threadings.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| M8 M8X1.25_Hand_Tap_RH ThreadingThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 0 | 2.7 / 5 |
| Drill DWTPT3/4 ThreadingDrill | 4.7 / 5 | 3,400 | 4.4 / 5 |
| GEARWRENCH 82812 ThreadingGEARWRENCH | 4.6 / 5 | 2,363 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Orion TAD-SM80-N0 ThreadingOrion | 4.4 / 5 | 2,108 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Klein 62524 ThreadingKLEIN | 4.7 / 5 | 1,102 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the M8 M8X1.25_Hand_Tap_RH
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What thread pitch does the M8x1.25 hand tap cut?
It cuts the standard M8x1.25 metric pitch.
Is the M8x1.25 tap right-hand or left-hand?
It is a right-hand tap, threading in the standard clockwise direction.
What material is the M8x1.25 tap made from?
Alloy tool steel.