29-degree ACME form
Designed for suitable ACME internal-thread requirements in motion, drive and load-bearing components.
HSS ACME Threading Tap
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ACME tap manufacturer · Ludhiana, India
HSS ACME
Threading Tap
29-degree ACME threading for suitable motion and drive components.
SWAGIN HSS ACME thread taps are listed for suitable internal ACME threading where profile, pitch, diameter, material, machine and component function are reviewed together. Share the exact drawing for a standard, bulk, export or custom enquiry.
M2 · M35 · M42Material grades6–100 mmListed size range62–64 HRCListed hardness
Product overview
ACME threading matched to the job.
ACME thread tap selection is drawing-led. Confirm the 29-degree profile, pitch, diameter, tolerance, thread depth, machine setup, material and the function of the threaded assembly.
ACME selection is not based on size alone. Confirm the exact profile, dimensions, lead, coating and process conditions in the quotation.
Application-led review
Details that help
you choose.
Review the tool against the actual component, machine and material. No universal tool-life, load, accuracy or cost-saving result is guaranteed.
HSS grade choices
Discuss M2, M35 or M42 according to the workpiece material, machine and production requirement.
Ground-thread finish
Supports controlled thread formation and dimensional review for the selected configuration.
Drawing-led selection
Confirm pitch, diameter, tolerance, depth, lead, machine and component function against the drawing.
Flute and lead options
Review 3-, 4-, 5- or 6-flute configurations and 2-, 4- or 6-thread lead options.
Bulk and custom review
Share size-wise quantities, coating, inspection and repeat-production requirements for quotation.
Technical information
Confirm the right ACME configuration.
These are listed product-family details. Confirm exact dimensions, grade, coating, tolerance, gauge, availability and commercial terms in the quotation.
ProductHSS ACME Threading Tap
Material gradesM2 (HSS), M35 (HSS-E), M42 (HSS-ECO)
Hardness62-64 HRC
Listed size range6 mm to 100 mm
FinishGround thread
Specification referencesIS 6175 Part 2:1992, IS 6175 Part 4:1991 and BS 949 Part 2:1979
Thread form29-degree ACME thread form
Tolerance6H, 6G, 7H, Z-3, Z-4 or required gauge
FlutesStraight flutes; 3-flute, 4-flute, 5-flute or 6-flute options
Lead / chamfer2-thread, 4-thread or 6-thread lead
Coating names listedGolden TiN, Futura and Alcoran
Country of originIndia
Global reference
Thread forms across
engineering.
This reference chart covers common, specialist and historical thread systems. Use it to identify a starting point, then confirm the exact standard and drawing before selecting a tap.
| Thread form | System category | Angle | Geometry & key profile | Primary applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acme | Power Transmission | 29° | Broad trapezoidal profile with flat tops. | Lathe lead screws, heavy milling vises, jacks. |
| Stub Acme | Power Transmission | 29° | Truncated-height variant for tight spaces. | Valve stems, compact aerospace actuators. |
| Metric Trapezoidal (Tr) | Power Transmission | 30° | Metric equivalent to the Acme power thread profile. | CNC linear actuators, factory automation machinery. |
| Square | Power Transmission | 90° | Parallel flanks; high efficiency with low radial burst. | Jack screws, heavy mechanical industrial presses. |
| Buttress (Sawtooth) | High One-Way Load | 7° / 45° | Asymmetric profile for extreme force in one direction. | Artillery breech blocks, plastic bottle caps. |
| Knuckle | Debris Resistant | Circular | Smooth, rolling-wave profile that resists dirt fouling. | Railway coach couplers, fire hoses, lightbulbs. |
| API Round (8 / 10-Round) | Oil & Gas | 60° | Deeply radiused V-thread for high pressures. | Oil-well casing pipes, deep production tubing. |
| API Buttress | Oil & Gas | 3° / 45° | Asymmetric profile for enormous hanging weight. | Deep well strings hanging thousands of metres down. |
| NIHS (Swiss Watch) | Watchmaking | 60° | Ultra-miniature profile from 0.30 mm to 2.00 mm. | Luxury Swiss timepieces, microscopic electronics. |
| Panzergewinde (Pg) | Conduit (Legacy) | 80° | Shallow V-thread for thin metal walls. | German heavy industrial electrical cable conduits. |
| Sellers (Franklin Institute) | Historical | 60° | 1864 standard with flat crests and roots. | 19th-century American trains and early machines. |
| Lowenherz | Historical | 53° 8' | Unique German angle optimized for soft brass. | Early European laboratory and measuring gear. |
Need help identifying a thread?Send a drawing or specification for review. A tap-drill calculator, pitch-gauge measurement guide or CAD formulas can be added as a separate technical tool.Discuss your thread requirement
Industrial uses
Your component.
Your ACME route.
Illustrative industry applications, not customer or project claims. Discuss the drawing, material, machine, hole and production quantity with the manufacturer.
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Nuts and fasteners
Internal threads in nuts and internally threaded components. Review a dedicated nut or machine tap for volume production.
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02
Tool rooms, dies and moulds
Jigs, fixtures, die plates and tooling accessories where hardness, access and blind-hole clearance are suitable.
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03
Bicycle and cycle parts
Selected brackets and assemblies. Confirm special pitches, handedness and the exact component drawing.
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Automotive and auto parts
Brackets, housings, fixtures and repair components. Distinguish manual work from repeated machine production.
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General engineering
Machine components, assemblies and workshop fixtures matched to the material and thread depth.
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06
Pumps, valves and fittings
Mounting holes and threaded ports where parallel, taper and sealing requirements are confirmed.
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Agricultural machinery
Brackets, replacement components and machinery fixtures selected for the access and repair condition.
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Maintenance and repair
Replacement-part preparation and damaged-thread assessment. An insert may be needed where material is missing.
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Aircraft, aerospace and space
Drawing-led fixtures and qualified manufacturing-process enquiries. No blanket aerospace approval is claimed.
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Electrical and electronics industries using HSS taps
Enclosures, panels, motor assemblies and electrical hardware where thread size, material and insulation constraints are reviewed.
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Buyer questions
Clear answers
before you order.
What is an ACME thread tap used for?
It is used for suitable internal ACME threading requirements in components such as lead-screw, motion and load-bearing assemblies.
What is the ACME thread angle?
The source product information lists a 29-degree ACME thread form. Confirm the exact profile and dimensions against the component drawing.
What sizes are listed?
The source product information lists 6 mm to 100 mm. Confirm the exact diameter, pitch, tolerance and availability in the quotation.
Can you make custom ACME taps?
Yes. Share the drawing, pitch, diameter, length, tolerance, material, machine and quantity for a feasibility review.
Which coatings are listed?
Golden TiN, Futura and Alcoran are listed coating names. Confirm the available coating for the selected configuration.
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