Izar 3160 — Spiral-Flute Machine Tap (HSSE-V + TiN, DIN 371, M3–M10)

The Izar 3160 is a high-performance spiral-flute metric machine tap, crafted from HSSE-V (high-speed steel with vanadium) and coated in TiN (Titanium Nitride) for enhanced wear resistance. Designed to DIN 371 multipurpose specifications, it’s built for reliable, efficient threading across a range of tough production environments—especially when machining blind-hole applications or demanding materials.

Geometry & Benefits

• Spiral-flute design (DIN 371)
  Delivers active chip evacuation upward, preventing clogging in blind holes. Ideal for CNC machines or tapping heads where auto-reverse cannot evacuate chips. The continuous spiral ensures smooth chip removal, reducing risk of tap binding or breakage.

• HSSE-V substrate (High-Speed Steel with Vanadium)
  Offers superior toughness and wear resistance compared to standard HSS. With increased vanadium content, these taps provide better edge retention and longer life in abrasive or intermittent cut scenarios.

• TiN coating (Titanium Nitride)
  Reduces friction, lowers cutting heat, and enhances tap longevity. Also improves chip flow and simplifies ejection.

• DIN 371 Multipurpose profile
  Balances thread accuracy with tool durability. The spiral-flute, multipurpose geometry makes it suitable for general threading—not overly specialized—enabling consistent performance across steel, stainless, and non-ferrous alloys.

Typical Uses & Applications

• Blind-hole tapping in materials such as steels, alloy steels, stainless steels, and non-ferrous metals—especially when chips need to be directed upward.

• CNC machine threading with tapping heads or rigid tailstocks; spiral flutes ensure reliable chip evacuation in automated operations.

• Production environments looking for a versatile tap that handles a broad range of applications—from small prototypes to full production parts—without frequent tap changes.

• Compact or semi-automated setup where manual chip clearing is impractical and cycle time matters.