Engineered for optimum performance in demanding environments, the XL22 Heavy Duty Metric Spiral Point Tap is a prime choice for professionals needing precision and durability. Crafted from surface-treated high-speed steel, this tool offers impressive heat resistance and longevity, ensuring it stands up to tough tapping applications in steel and stainless materials. Its special necked design promotes deeper, trouble-free tapping while minimizing the risk of breakage, making it particularly effective for through-hole applications. Compatible with XLT tappers, CNC machines, and handheld tap wrenches, this spiral point tap efficiently shears and ejects chips ahead of the tool, providing a smooth and uninterrupted tapping experience.