You select a rougher hand tap when you need an initial thread form that supports subsequent tapping steps without excessive load at the start.
This DIN 2181 hand tap in HSS-G is aimed at practical internal thread cutting where you need a tool you can guide precisely by hand.
Note Align the tool carefully and use lubrication suitable for your workpiece material to support surface quality and tool life.
Use a tap wrench or suitable holder that clamps the square reliably and keeps the tool aligned. Select the interface based on your tap size and your available guidance method.
Does the title value M 90 x 1.5 include the pitch information you need?Yes. The thread designation in the title includes both diameter and pitch, which helps you distinguish fine pitch variants from other executions of the same nominal diameter.
What is the role of the DIN 2181 reference?DIN 2181 supports standardised identification for hand taps. It helps you align purchasing, documentation, and workshop instructions with a recognised designation.
How do you select the correct variant for your drawing?Match the metric thread designation in your drawing to the product title, including the pitch value, because the pitch differentiates otherwise similar diameters.
What does rougher mean for a hand tap?Rougher refers to the first tap stage in a staged hand tapping sequence. You use it to establish the initial thread form and guidance before you use subsequent taps, depending on your set and process.
Can you use this hand tap for thread cleaning or repair work?You can use it for controlled re tapping and for cleaning of existing threads when the thread form is intact, but the result depends on thread condition and how much material must be removed.
Where can you find the VÖLKEL threading catalog for selection and technical background?For additional information and the full range overview, use the catalog link. VD 23 catalog as PDF
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| Type of thread | metric-fine ISO-thread |
|---|---|
| Standard | DIN 2181 |
| Material | HSS-G |
| Tolerance | ISO2 (6H) |
| Size | M 90 x 1.5 |
| Overall length (L1) | 160 mm |
| Thread length (L2) | 38 mm |
| Core hole diameter (D1) | 88.5 mm |
| Shank diameter (D2) | 50.0 mm |
| Drive connector | 39.0 mm |
| Item number | 28086-1 |
| Type of flute | straight fluted |
| Application | for through and blind holes |
| Thread standard | DIN 13 |









