Tapping is the process of forming threads in the holes of a part to later allow for the addition of hardware. SendCutSend’s tapping services save you time, hassle, and money.
Tapping is the process of forming threads in the holes of a part to later allow for the addition of hardware. SendCutSend’s tapping services save you time, hassle, and money.
Plastic and sheet metal tapping requires understanding thread sizes and types for fasteners, choosing the correct hole size and the correct tap for your material thickness. Utilizing specialized, automated equipment, we precisely laser cut or CNC route a hole, create some threading, and send you on your way with your completed part. We have expertly trained staff members (and robots) that focus on just this process alone.
Order 1 or 1,000+. Get up to 70% off when you order in bulk.
Order 1 or 1,000+. Get up to 70% off when you order in bulk.
Upload your CAD file, or use our Parts Builder and choose from a variety of templates.
Upload your CAD file, or use our Parts Builder and choose from a variety of templates.
Free anywhere in the USA, and only $19 to Canada.
Free anywhere in the USA, and only $19 to Canada.
Follow your order from upload to delivery.
Follow your order from upload to delivery.
Using the correct hole size is extremely important when tapping sheet metal and plastic. We provide a thorough thread sizing chart of SendCutSend’s available thread options so that you can assure the correct hole size for your part.
With our team of highly trained machinists and our state-of-the-art manufacturing technology, we’ve made it easier than ever to design and order tapped parts. When you upload your design to our app, simply select the “Tapping” option during the checkout process and you’ll get an instant quote!
Making sure your file meets all our requirements will ensure you get your parts as quickly as possible.
Select your material, apply tapping, and adjust your quantity to see live pricing updates.
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Tapping starts at $9 per cart. Save up to 70% or more with quantity discounts! We calculate quantity discounts based on several factors including material, operation type, number of operations on each part and number of duplicate parts. Our app will automatically provide quantity discounts based on your order.
“SendCutSend is always my first thought when prototyping and producing my builds. I’ve used their services on almost every project for the last several years. Their many services and automatic online quotes are an absolute game changer.”
Whether you’re tapping one or 500 parts, our team of quality control specialists inspect each of your parts for any errors, big or small. If we see an issue, we’ll reach out to you to correct it before tapping the hole.
SendCutSend tapping services can be applied to a variety of materials in several thickness levels. Choose from Aluminum, Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, Chromoly, Delrin, HDPE, Polycarbonate, or ABS. Reference our material thickness max/min chart for a full list of our in-stock material thicknesses.
Before uploading your files for tapping, take a moment to read our tapping guidelines. In these guidelines we go through setup and cost, understanding thread types and sizes for fasteners, choosing the correct hole size and tap, and more.
We offer custom laser cutting, waterjet cutting, and CNC routing. We’ll cut your parts with the method best suited for your material.
Add dimension to your projects with our precision CNC bending services.
Select from our catalog of PEM press-fit hardware to add nuts, studs, and standoffs.
Enhance your custom laser cut parts with deburring, anodizing, and plating services.
Give your laser cut parts a bold, long-lasting finish and protective layer in one of 7 colors
Yes, we are laser-fast, but we’re also secure, and offer 100% money-back guarantee on all our parts. You’re in good hands with us.
Our educated and friendly team is here to answer your questions and assist you in getting the best parts possible.
We make everything right here in the US at our facilities in Reno, Nevada and Paris, Kentucky. From cutting to bending to powder coating, to software engineering and customer support, your parts are truly made in the USA.
All our services come guaranteed. If you’re not 100% happy with your parts, we’ll give you a refund or remake on the spot.
We know your designs are valuable. Your files are 100% secure in our system.
Designing the correct hole size when preparing for tapping is important. Holes that are too large may cause the tap to strip out or fail. If the hole is too small, it will cause the tap to bind, create excessive heat, wear, and could result in a broken tap trying to cut too much
We currently have a variety of sheet metal and plastic materials available for tapping. You can quickly confirm which materials are available for tapping at our Processing Maximums and Minimums page.
We have a few different 2D vector file formats we accept based on the software you are using to design your parts. Software Supported File Type AutoCAD .dxf Solidworks .dxf Fusion360 .dxf CorelDraw .eps Inkscape .eps Adobe Illustrator .ai We cannot open zipped folders or links to file locations. We also do not accept
Yes, you can powder coated bent and tapped parts but there are a few things to know. If your powder coated parts are bent, be aware that the die witness marks from the press brake will be visible through the coating. At this time, we cannot plug tapped holes before the parts are powder
When setting up your design for tapping, make sure that the holes are sized to the correct drill size corresponding to your needed tap size.
For ideal thread engagement, your tapped hole should be 1-1.5X the bolt diameter. For example, an 6-32 bolt should have roughly (0.136”-204”) thread/material depth.
Design all tapped holes to be directly perpendicular to the main surface. We do not offer tapping at an angle. Finally, your part needs to be at least 1.5”x1.5” for us to tap it.
The pricing for our services and post-processing operations is based on a number of factors, including material, material thickness, material weight, quantity, shape (geometry), and the overall design. We calculate over two dozen factors to give you the most accurate price possible.
Please visit our pricing page for complete details.
We proudly use hardware by PEM
| SKU | FH-M8-12 |
| Thread Size | M8 x 1.25 |
| Hole size in sheet (+0.003/-.0.000) | .315″ |
| Minimum sheet thickness | 0.94″ |
| Maximum sheet thickness | .347″ |
| Fastener material | Steel |
| Minimum distance hole C/L to edge | 0.378″ |
| When determining the distance between two or more fasteners, you can calculate the distance by the formula, C/L to edge + 1/2 the diameter of the second mounting hole. | .535″ |
| Recommended panel material | Steel/Aluminum |
| Coating type | Zinc |
| Length | .472″ |
| Aluminum material ranges (5052, 6061, 7075) | 0.100″-0.250″ |
| Steel material ranges (CRS, HRPO, HR) | 0.104″-0.250″ |
We proudly use hardware by PEM
| SKU | SO-440-8 |
| Thread Size | 4-40 x .250″ |
| Hole size in sheet (+0.003/-.0.000) | .168″ |
| Minimum sheet thickness | 0.040″ |
| Maximum sheet thickness | .125″ |
| Fastener material | Steel |
| Minimum distance hole C/L to edge | 0.230″ |
| When determining the distance between two or more fasteners, you can calculate the distance by the formula, C/L to edge + 1/2 the diameter of the second mounting hole. | .314″ |
| Recommended panel material | Steel/Aluminum |
| Coating type | Zinc |
| Length | .250″ |
| Aluminum material ranges (5052, 6061, 7075) | 0.040″-0.125″ |
| Steel material ranges (CRS, HRPO, HR) | 0.048″-0.119″ |
