I islandjj Member Messages 134 Apr 18, 2018 #1 Hi I want to increase the thread length on some high tensile bolts, is it possible using a die, I need an extra 1/4 “
Hi I want to increase the thread length on some high tensile bolts, is it possible using a die, I need an extra 1/4 “
brightspark Member Messages 39,191 Location yarm stockton on tees Apr 18, 2018 #2 islandjj said: Hi I want to increase the thread length on some high tensile bolts, is it possible using a die, I need an extra 1/4 “ Click to expand... if u have one yes use cutting compound on it preferably a split die opened up on 1st cut then tightened up a bit on last cut
islandjj said: Hi I want to increase the thread length on some high tensile bolts, is it possible using a die, I need an extra 1/4 “ Click to expand... if u have one yes use cutting compound on it preferably a split die opened up on 1st cut then tightened up a bit on last cut
I islandjj Member Messages 134 Apr 18, 2018 #3 Thanks, what make would you recommend? And what’s the best material for a die ?
Seadog Save the planet. It's the only one with rum! Messages 11,367 Location NE London - UK Apr 18, 2018 #5 If you've very many to do you'll be needing an HSS die, but a carbon steel one should do for a few.
brightspark Member Messages 39,191 Location yarm stockton on tees Apr 18, 2018 #6 get a carbon steel one from tracy tools decent quality and good prices