{"product_id":"left-hand-tap-in-metric-threads","title":"Left-Hand Tap in Metric Threads","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eLeft-hand hand taps are used for cutting left-handed (LH) internal threads. These are necessary when a thread must tighten in the opposite direction of the standard right-hand (RH) thread, such as in rotating components or applications requiring self-locking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e3-piece set: Usually includes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTaper tap – with a longer lead for easier thread starting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSecond tap – intermediate cutting for deeper thread formation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBottoming tap – for cutting threads to the bottom of a hole.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMetric threads (ISO Metric - DIN 13): E.g., M6x1.0, M10x1.5, M12x1.75.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaterial: Typically made from HSS (High-Speed Steel) or HSS-E for higher durability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUsage: Can be used manually with a tap wrench or ratchet, as well as in low-speed machines.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eApplications:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAssemblies requiring reverse tightening (e.g., left-hand nuts).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAutomotive, bicycle, tooling, and manufacturing industries.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAPHIR","offers":[{"title":"M4","offer_id":54260537590086,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M4","price":19.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M5","offer_id":54260597489990,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M5","price":21.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M6","offer_id":54260597522758,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M6","price":22.31,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M8","offer_id":54260597555526,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M8","price":26.81,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M10","offer_id":54260597588294,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M10","price":10.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M12","offer_id":54260597621062,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M12","price":13.41,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M14","offer_id":54260597653830,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M14","price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M16","offer_id":54260597686598,"sku":"HT-MT-LH-M16","price":20.44,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/8462\/9830\/files\/shopp_-_2026-03-20T152708.976.png?v=1774013264","url":"https:\/\/niktuls.com\/en-en\/products\/left-hand-tap-in-metric-threads","provider":"Nik Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}