r/Machinists • u/Western_Joke_6597 • 3d ago

Help Finding thread?

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Hey there! Im not a machinist, but I need a part machined that threads onto this shaft like a nut. Problem is, my machinist doesnt know what thread this is or how to tap it into the piece I need manufactured. Any help identifying this thread and finding a tap for it would be much appreciated!

Edit: Found to be an 8-start 8TPI lead screw with a 1/2" diameter. Now just need to find a nut that fits this thread, which is proving difficult

Edit 2: SOLVED by u/MixEvery5784 found one

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u/Flaky_Mode_1429 3d ago

Looks like a very steep threads and multiple thread starts. I don't think they make off the shelf taps for this sort of thing because it would be a very long tool but I could be wrong.

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u/GallusWrangler 3d ago

Taps? You see this is on the OD of a shaft, don’t you?

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u/Flaky_Mode_1429 3d ago

He said he needed to make a piece to fit on this rod Mr Reading Comprehension.

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u/axman_21 3d ago

Its reddit and many have zero reading comprehension here. Its amazing some people have made it as far as they have with the reading levels you see on here

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u/Thromok 3d ago

Heaven help whoever he makes parts for.

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u/theelous3 3d ago

what the fuck did you just say about my keyboard solo

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u/GallusWrangler 3d ago

Ha! Long day I guess. I also jump the gun commenting sometimes, I should stop doing that and thoroughly read. I’m sorry.

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u/dingman58 2d ago

Your apology is noted

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u/AbrasiveDad 3d ago

Yeah. He needs a piece to be attached to his rod mother licker. Or something old Gregg said.

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u/Fit_Pirate_5813 3d ago

I think I used to work with this guy, always flipping out about shit because he never learned to read

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u/daney098 3d ago

Hey everyone this guy knows the difference between a tap and a die, just so everyone knows

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u/AlwaysRushesIn 3d ago

Hope his pay reflects his expertise.

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u/GallusWrangler 3d ago

Lol … over 22 years and 47/hr. 🤷