--- product_id: 572131925 title: "Drill America 3/8\"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set" brand: "drill america" price: "230.58 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Drill America" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/572131925-drill-america-3-8-16-unc-high-speed-steel-tap store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Drill America 3/8"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set **Brand:** drill america **Price:** 230.58 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Drill America 3/8"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set by drill america - **How much does it cost?** 230.58 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/572131925-drill-america-3-8-16-unc-high-speed-steel-tap) ## 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 ## Description Drill America DWT Series 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. For re-threading and making new 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. A tap set contains 1 taper, 1 plug and 1 bottoming tap. Review: dependable, budget-friendly tap set. - A solid , reliable option for general threading work. It includes the full set (taper, plug, and bottoming taps), which makes it versatile whether you’re starting threads or finishing blind holes. It works well on common materials like steel, aluminum, and brass, and can be used by hand or with a machine. The high-speed steel construction gives it good durability and wear resistance for regular shop use, and it cuts threads cleanly when used with proper lubrication. Installation and use are straightforward, especially if you’ve used tap sets before. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that it’s more of a general-purpose set—not quite at the level of premium industrial taps for heavy or repeated high-load use. It gets the job done well, but you may notice faster wear if you’re using it constantly on tougher materials. Overall, it’s a dependable, budget-friendly tap set that performs exactly as expected for most DIY and light-to-moderate professional work. Review: Good stuff - Works as expected ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00FXJW3FI | | Brand | Drill America | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (108) | | Date First Available | 13 September 2023 | | Included Components | Tap | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15.2 x 10.2 x 5.1 Centimeters | | Item Height | 2 Inches | | Item Weight | 118 g | | Item Width | 4 Inches | | Item model number | DWT54587 | | Manufacturer | Drill America | | Model number | DWT54587 | | Net Quantity | 1.0 Count | | Product Dimensions | 15.24 x 10.16 x 5.08 cm; 118 g | ## Images ![Drill America 3/8"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Y8lItmAOL.jpg) ![Drill America 3/8"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QQTCPB8HL.jpg) ![Drill America 3/8"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61h4GsaF-XL.jpg) ![Drill America 3/8"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81i8FnjhaQL.jpg) ![Drill America 3/8"-16 UNC High Speed Steel Tap Set - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51jbwdxPa9L.jpg) ## 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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ dependable, budget-friendly tap set. *by K***L on 24 April 2026* A solid , reliable option for general threading work. It includes the full set (taper, plug, and bottoming taps), which makes it versatile whether you’re starting threads or finishing blind holes. It works well on common materials like steel, aluminum, and brass, and can be used by hand or with a machine. The high-speed steel construction gives it good durability and wear resistance for regular shop use, and it cuts threads cleanly when used with proper lubrication. Installation and use are straightforward, especially if you’ve used tap sets before. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that it’s more of a general-purpose set—not quite at the level of premium industrial taps for heavy or repeated high-load use. It gets the job done well, but you may notice faster wear if you’re using it constantly on tougher materials. Overall, it’s a dependable, budget-friendly tap set that performs exactly as expected for most DIY and light-to-moderate professional work. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good stuff *by R***M on 24 April 2026* Works as expected ### ⭐ Incomplete set *by M***E on 17 October 2025* Set included 1 taper and 2 bottom taps, no plug tap --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/572131925-drill-america-3-8-16-unc-high-speed-steel-tap](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/572131925-drill-america-3-8-16-unc-high-speed-steel-tap) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*