Buy hexagon die nuts from BAER
Of course, the best and most effective way to cut external threads is with a thread cutting die in a die stocks. However, this also requires a lot of space due to its two handles and cannot always be used everywhere without problems. So it's good to have quick and flexible alternatives that are easy to implement. The hexagon die nuts is such a tool. Thanks to its special properties, it can also be used without a die stocks and thus opens up a wealth of applications where normal thread cutting dies reach their limits.
The special feature of the hexagonal cutter
The difference between the hexagonal cutter and its colleagues can be seen without a doubt from the name. Instead of a cylindrical shape, it has the form of a hexagon nut. The holes in the outer casing are also missing, a clear indication that the hexagonal cutter is not clamped in the cutter holder. Inside, on the other hand, it resembles the round variant. There you will find sharp cutting edges and, depending on the design, three to several chip holes for chip removal.
Now the question is, if not with the die stocks, how is it driven? Thanks to its shape, you can easily use an open-end wrench or an appropriately sized hex nut to turn it on the bolt. So you don't need any specialized tap wrenches or holding tools to cut external threads!
What are hexagon die nuts used for?
The biggest plus point is the flexible application. While you need a lot of space for the round version with a die stocks, the hexagon die nuts can be used wonderfully even in narrow and hard-to-reach places. In addition, most craftsmen always have a set of open-end wrenches with them, whereas the die stocks is not necessarily part of the basic equipment. So this special cutting tool is not only suitable for spontaneous use, it even helps to reduce space and weight in the tool bag.
In principle, new threads can also be cut with the hexagon die nuts, just as is possible with the cylindrical variant. However, one sticking point when manually cutting external threads is always to keep the threading tool plumb. This works easier with a die stocks and guide than with the open-end wrench. For this reason, hexagon die nuts are used less frequently to recut threads, provided other methods are possible. However, they are frequently used for the repair of external threads, which can be carried out quickly and easily in this way. A classic application of hexagon die nuts is also external threads for fastening bolts of vehicle wheels.
Hexagon die nut in BAER Online-Shop
In our screw tap Online-Shop you will receive Hexagon die nuts made of high-speed steel in the proven BAER quality. They are suitable for normal applications in well machinable materials up to 800 N/mm². We carry hexagon die nut in the normal version as well as for left-hand threads. Still questions about the application? The BAER customer service will help! We are looking forward to your inquiry.
