Quiz #1 – Tap Nomenclature

#1) A tap creates an external thread on a part. *

True

False

#2) A tap is a.. *

Single point cutting tool.

Creates a helical groove to allow coolant into the workpiece.

Is a rotary cutting tool that creates an internal helical groove in a workpiece to allow parts to be joined together.

#3) The "point diameter" is the largest point on a tap. *

True

False

#4) The flute exists only to allow cutting fluid to the enter the hole to be tapped. *

True

False

#5) The thread is cut along the entire length of the threaded area on the body of the tap as it enters the workpiece. *

True

False

#6) The most important parts of a tap are: *

The flute, piccolo and circumference.

The flute, point and square

The flute, land and chamfer

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