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product_id: 246182245
title: "Drill America DWT54511 5/16\"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set"
brand: "drill america"
price: "R586"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/246182245-drill-america-dwt54511-5-16-18-unc-high-speed-steel
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 5/16"-18 UNC size High speed steel material 3 tap styles available Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set

**Brand:** drill america
**Price:** R586
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔧 Tap into Excellence!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set by drill america
- **How much does it cost?** R586 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/246182245-drill-america-dwt54511-5-16-18-unc-high-speed-steel)

## Best For

- drill america enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted drill america brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durable Design:** Constructed from high-speed steel for longevity and reliability in various materials.
- • **Uncoated Versatility:** Uncoated tools provide flexibility for a wide range of applications without compromise.
- • **User-Friendly Styles:** Includes taper, plug, and bottom styles for all your threading needs.
- • **Precision Engineering:** Crafted for flawless threading, ensuring a perfect fit every time.
- • **Versatile Applications:** Ideal for both hand and CNC tapping, making it a must-have for any toolkit.

## Overview

The Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set is designed for creating new threads or repairing damaged ones. This versatile set includes three styles of taps—taper, plug, and bottom—crafted from high-speed steel for durability and efficiency in both hand and CNC applications. Uncoated for broad usability, this set is essential for any professional or DIY enthusiast looking to achieve precision in their projects.

## Description

Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set

## Features

- Used to make new threads or re-thread damaged and/or jammed threads
- High Speed Steel Hand Taps come in three styles: Taper Style: Starts the thread square with the workpiece. Plug Style: Generally used in thru holes. Bottom Style: Generate the thread to the bottom of the hole.
- High speed steel hand taps are the most versatile taps for hand use, or for tapping under power
- Hand taps are popular for use in general machine tapping or CNC tapping
- Uncoated tools feature just the base substrate without any additional treatment or coatings and are suitable for a wide range of applications

## Images

![Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MQuToPTjL._AC_UY218_.jpg)
![Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MQuToPTjL._AC_UY327_FMwebp_QL65_.jpg)
![Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MQuToPTjL._AC_UY436_FMwebp_QL65_.jpg)
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![Drill America DWT54511 5/16"-18 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MQuToPTjL._AC_UY654_FMwebp_QL65_.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this a 1 pack of 3 taps for 20.88 as pictured?? Or is it just one tap for 20.88??**
A: This is a set. Includes taper, plug and bottom taps. 3 taps, 1 set.

**Q: Do these taps have a center hole/dimple on the square end?**
A: Most taps 1/4" and larger have the hole. This is to accommodate a tap guide. On smaller taps, you can leave it in the handle which usually has this feature. Also, if your tap for whatever reason doesn't, chuck it up in your drill press. This is a good alternative to starting the tap straight. Moreover, if your chuck is large enough to accommodate it, you can chuck the tap handle. Hope this helps. Good luck. Stay safe.

**Q: What is the difference between a t/a tap set and a dwt set?**
A: If you mean a tap and die set the difference is a tap makes threads in holes for bolts to screw into and a die makes threads on the outside such as a bolt.

**Q: I don't understand how the sizing works. what is the differance between 5/8" -11 & a 5/8" -18?**
A: 5/8" -11; means 11 threads per inch.  And 5/8"-18 is 18 threads per inch. These are coarse threads & 1/4"-24, is 24 threads per inch having a finer thread.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Work well and are well-made
  

*by C***O on Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2024*

I have only used this set once so far, but that's all I really hoped to get out of it.  I have an aluminum AeroPrecision lower that came to me with a stripped or poorly threaded takedown pin mounting hole, which takes a 4-40 setscrew.I used the bottoming tap in this set and a little oil to successfully re-tap the mounting hole.  These taps are tiny and any tap handle you already have will likely be too big.  You need what is called a pin vise, basically a handle with a small collet on the end, to hold these small taps.These taps saved me a whole lot of hassle, dealing with returning a serialized item for warranty work.  They cut quickly and smoothly, at least in aluminum.  Worth every penny, even if I never use them again.  Besides, what real man has ever said "I wish I had less tools?"

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Quality product!
  

*by B***A on Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2024*

Arrived quickly, and worked perfectly!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Great Price, Nicely Packaged, Work Well
  

*by F***H on Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2023*

The tap set (I ordered #8-32 3-piece set) arrived promptly.  It was nicely packaged and appeared to be of good quality.  The cutting surfaces were sharp, and the taps nicely finished.  I used them to tap several blind holes in brass, and they worked just fine.  Other reviewers have complained that they are flimsy and not durable, but I certainly didn't observe that.  They seem just like any other tap I have used in the past.  I'd definitely recommend them.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-19*