Klein Tools 627-20 6-in-1 Tapping Tool

This prevented me from having to replace and electrical box for an outlet. The outlet itself had a stripped top screw so it was pulling out of the wall. This thing was worth every penny. Retap or increase screw size. This thing is really handy and saves a lot of work. Standard Klein grip. Very versatile. Klein is a great brand.

Very handy tool for electricians.

Had an electrical switch box with screws that would not tighten anymore. Based on some research on how to solve this, I purchased this tool as well as the next size up screws and it worked perfectly.

I do my own repairs. I know when to call a professional, but there's a lot I can do by myself. The 6-in-1 Tapping Tool is one of my must haves. I used another brand of triple tap (and still use it), but this tool doubled the range of thread sizes and still in only one tool. So, I bought it.Repairs involving stripped threads are common homeowner occurrences. Most of them are in places where a standard tap and tap wrench can't reach. And that's if you even own a tap set. The Klein tool solves that problem. It has the six most common standard thread sizes in use. And it's just a single, narrow, one-handed, easy to use tool that fits in a tool pouch. Repair threads in electrical boxes located in hard to reach places, threaded holes inside appliances, machines, and assemble it yourself furniture. It's only limitation (if used properly) is the amount of space behind the hole you are threading to allow the tap to move through the hole. It's a must have for a home repair toolkit. I recommend it without qualification.You can stop reading here, but if you want to how to use it properly, or why some reviewers probably broke theirs and gave it a bad rating, the next paragraph is for you.First, recognize the limitations of the tool. It's designed to repair damaged threads and to cut new threads in thin, soft steel. Breaking the tool in material too thick or too hard is not a tool failure: it's yours. Second, use it correctly. The tap must enter the hole at the same angle as the hole direction itself. If the tool is not centered and on axis when started into hole, the tap will try to thread itself into the solid side wall and snap off. When tapping a new, larger thread, remember to turn the tap backwards a half-turn after every two inward turns. This breaks and clears chips. If you jam the tap with chips, the turning force will snap the tap. Use oil, even if you don't have proper threading oil, to lubricate the cutting edges. Don't use lubricant and you'll dull the tap and shorten the life of the tool, making it harder to turn, not cutting threads as nicely, and you might snap it if the cutting becomes to difficult. Work smart and you will be happy you bought this tool.

I have been using klien for over 20 years and the quality has definitely went downhill. But I am happy with this purchase. I would recommend

This 6 in 1 tap has saved my back more times than I can count. It has a very straightforward design and use. It’s the classic Klein quality. Rubber grip and fits well in hand.

I liked the price and the quality of the tap. Only thing I don't like is that rubberized cover slips around the structural part of the handle when delivering a lot of torque. That's a common Klein thing. Their combination screwdrivers do the same thing.

Muy buena calidad y muy útil

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En trabajos de electricidad me he encontrado cajas y accesorios con orificios dañados de la cuerda, compré esta herramienta de machueleado y ha sido una muy buena opción para reparalos.Normalmente no cargo en mi bolso primario con ella, la tengo en el bolso de respaldo en caso de necesitarla. Cuando se presenta el problema lo resuelvo rápido y los tornillos entran de forma adecuada en su sitio.

I bought this for my husband who does electrical work and he uses it regularly. Very handy. Klein is always good quality.

This is exactly what is needed when having troubles with threading in electrical boxes. Would recommend to everyone.

Excelente herramienta. Solo que cuando quise cambiar al otro tamaño, pensé que había que usar una llave Allen. Cuando en realidad solo se necesita dar un buen tirón del agarre