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Hand Tap 3/4 LH inch G DIN 5157/2 HSS

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Thread size: G 3/48 sizes of this tap
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Description

Technical data for the 3/4 LH inch G hand tap

Technical data
Nominal diameter d1 inches/mm G 3/4 in  26.4 mm
Thread pitch P inches/mm 14 threads per inch 1.81 mm
Overall length l1 90 mm
Flute length l2 22 mm
Shank diameter d2 20 mm
Square drive size a 16 mm
Tap drill diameter 24.50 mm
Form C chamfer No. 1: 5P, No. 2: 2P
Thread angle G 55°
Thread standard BSP DIN ISO 228
Inch tap - drawing

Roughing tap and finishing tap – how much material each removes

Division of work in the 1–2 set

The G 3/4 LH thread is cut into the wall of a hole with a diameter of 24.5 mm. The thread groove extends 0.97 mm into the wall. A single tap would have to cut the entire groove at once – by hand, this means high resistance and a risk of breakage. The set divides this work into two passes.

Tapping a G 3/4 LH hole: 24.5 mm hole, taps No. 1 and No. 2 in a plate cross-section
Tapping a G 3/4 LH hole: 24.5 mm hole, taps No. 1 and No. 2 in a plate cross-section

The drawing shows the entire set in operation. Both taps have the same shank and the same length. They differ in their chamfer, the tapered tip: No. 1 has a chamfer spanning 5 threads, while No. 2 spans only 2 threads. The detail windows at the hole wall show how the thread groove deepens after each tap.

TapChamferChamfer angleMaterial removedHow it works in the hole
No. 1 – roughing taplong, 5 threads7°the main portion of the grooveenters smoothly and establishes thread alignment
No. 2 – finishing tapshort, 2 threads20°the remainder, to the full profilescrews into the previously cut threads and produces the full thread profile

How to distinguish the taps in the set

The chamfer on No. 1 is 2.5 times as long as the chamfer on No. 2 – the difference is immediately visible when you place them side by side. No. 1 has an incomplete thread profile; only No. 2 has the full profile. The number is also indicated on the shank: No. 1 has one ring, No. 2 has none. Keep the set together and always start with the roughing tap.

How to tap a G 3/4 LH hole – sequence 1, 2

Hand tapping step by step

Thread G 3/4 LH in four steps

ØDrilling

Drill bit 24.5 mm

1Roughing tap

Chamfer 5 threads

2Finishing tap

Chamfer 2 threads

✓Finished thread

Thread G 3/4 LH

Turning sequence: half a turn counterclockwise, a quarter turn clockwise | Between taps: remove chips from the hole

Start with the hole. The G thread has a Whitworth profile, with a thread height of 0.64 times the pitch. The minor diameter of the internal thread is the 26.441 mm diameter minus twice the thread height, or 1.28 × the 1.814 mm pitch: the result is 24.117 mm. ISO 228-1 permits a hole diameter from 24.117 to 24.658 mm, and a 24.5 mm drill falls within this range. An undersized hole is a common cause of taps twisting off in the material.

Through hole or blind hole – how deep to drill

The set taps both types of holes. In a through hole, the thread extends through the full material thickness. In a blind hole, cut the thread to match the thread length of the fitting being installed. Drill the hole deeper than the thread. The finishing tap has a 2-thread chamfer, so approximately 2 incomplete threads remain near the bottom. The extra depth below the thread accommodates these along with the chips.

G 3/4 LH thread in a through hole and a blind hole – cross-sections with allowance for chips and chamfer

No. 1 – the roughing tap establishes thread alignment

Fit the roughing tap into a tap wrench and position it perpendicular to the surface. Check the angle from two sides, for example with a square. This is a left-hand thread, so turn in the opposite direction to usual: half a turn counterclockwise, then a quarter turn clockwise. Reversing breaks the chip into short pieces — a slight crunch is normal. The first threads determine whether the thread will be straight.

No. 2 – the finishing tap produces the full profile

Back out the roughing tap and remove chips from the hole. Screw the finishing tap by hand into the previously cut threads – it should engage them naturally. Continue turning with the same rhythm used for the roughing tap. The finishing tap removes the remaining material and cuts the groove to its full profile. When it screws in smoothly all the way, the thread is finished – check it with a G 3/4 LH thread plug gauge: the GO end screws in by hand over the full length, while the NO-GO end enters no more than 2 threads.

Hand tap 3/4 inch LH G for pipes

Hand Tap 3/4 inch LH G DIN 5157/2 HSS is a specialized 2-piece set (roughing tap + finishing tap) designed for manually cutting left-hand G parallel pipe threads (BSP – British Standard Pipe) o a profile angle of 55°. The tool is made from high-grade high-speed steel (HSS), providing durability, precision and wear resistance in everyday use.

The 3/4 inch G thread has an external diameter of 26.441 mm (in accordance with standard ISO 228-1). The left-hand thread direction (LH – Left Hand) is used in systems requiring protection against threaded connections loosening on their own – including hydraulic and gas installations or rotating mechanisms.

Tap 3/4 inch left-hand for pipes is a reliable tool for fitters, metalworkers and service technicians who expect full compliance with BSP standards and precise, safe manual thread cutting.

  • 2-piece set (DIN 5157/2) – roughing tap and finishing tap for precise tapping in two stages.
  • G 3/4 inch left-hand thread – thread outside diameter 26.441 mm (ISO 228-1).
  • 55° thread profile – the BSP standard ensures full compatibility with piping systems.
  • HSS high-speed steel – durable, abrasion-resistant, ideal for working in steel and non-ferrous metals.
  • For manual cutting of left-hand threads – in industry, workshops and the assembly of specialized installations.

Hand Tap 3/4 inch LH G is a proven solution for demanding users seeking a precise, durable tool for left-hand BSP threads.

Stages of cutting a 3/4 inch LH G thread with a 2-piece set: roughing tap and finishing tap


Roughing tap and finishing tap profiles

Frequently asked questions

The question “how many mm is G 3/4 inch” or “how many cm is G 3/4 inch” often arises when selecting pipe tapping tools. Contrary to what one might expect, the value 3/4 inch (equivalent to 26.4 mm or 2.64 cm) does not indicate the thread diameter, but the nominal size of the pipe that the thread fits. In practice, the G 3/4 inch tap has an outside diameter of 26.4 mm, because G (BSP) pipe threads are designed for thick-walled pipes.

For this reason, always check the thread diameter in the technical data instead of converting inches directly to millimeters. In the BSP system, thread size is determined by the design of the entire installation, not just the nominal dimension.

No. A G (BSP) thread is a parallel pipe thread, meaning its diameter is constant along its entire length. Unlike taper threads (designated R or BSPT), G threaded connections are not self-sealing. This means that a G thread does not provide a seal on its own – it requires an additional sealing element, e.g. a flat gasket, O-ring or plastic washer. This sealing method is commonly used in hydraulic, pneumatic and industrial installations.

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