Tool Holders
The right tool holder keeps your tap or die firmly in place while cutting threads. Tap wrenches clamp the square shank of taps, die stocks hold round dies. Check the connection size and ensure it matches your tap or die. Look for fixed or adjustable jaws, and a comfortable grip. A hanging hole and corrosion-resistant finish add convenience. Work precisely without slipping.
Die Holder Set | 10 mm (3/8") / 12.5 mm (1/2") Drive | 4 pcs.
Die Holder | 10 mm (3/8") Drive | 20 mm
Die Holder | 10 mm (3/8") Drive | 25 mm
Die Holder | 12.5 mm (1/2") Drive | 38 mm
Die Holder | 12.5 mm (1/2") Drive | 50 mm
Tap Wrench | #1 | M1 - M10
Tap Wrench | #2 | M4 - M12
Tap Wrench | #3 | M6 - M25
Choosing the Right Tool Holder
What size do you need?
A tool holder must fit your tap or die. Taps have a square shank. Dies have a standard bore. Measure the shank or bore size before you order. A holder in the wrong size does not clamp properly. Then the tool slips during cutting.
Where does ordering go wrong?
Many mechanics pick a holder by eye. That does not work. Always check the exact size of your tap or die. A die holder surrounds the die completely. A tap wrench grips the tap at the square shank. Also look at the strength of the clamp. A weak clamp gives play and damages the thread.
What else should you consider?
A hanging eye keeps the holder within reach in the workshop. A rust-resistant finish protects against oil and moisture. This keeps the holder working smoothly. Choose a holder that sits comfortably in your hand. Then you work precisely and without slipping. A good holder lasts for years.
These holders belong with the threading tools. What you clamp in them you will find among the taps and the threading dies. For a damaged thread you reach for thread repair tools, and a complete set is listed under the assortments.