Troubleshooting Guide | No Go Gage Problems
Poor spindle AlignmentSolution: Realign spindle or possibly rebuild spindle assembly to achieve accuracy required Back to top ↑ Tapered or Bell Mouthed holeSolution: Check that part is fixtured correctly and movement of part does not occur during tapping operation Back to top ↑ Tap holder not concentric with spindleSolution: Change to a rigid tool holder, if gauging is correct, then replace toolholder Back to top ↑ Too much feed/pullout forceSolution: Decrease feed pressure, thereby letting tap freely cut at its own lead Back to top ↑ Loading on tap teeth (metal welds on tap)Solution: Increase amount of coolant, direct coolant to end of tap Back to top ↑ Chips packed in flutes of tapSolution: Clean out chips before tapping or drill minor diameter deeper to provide more area for chips Back to top ↑ Incorrect flute hook for material being tappedSolution: Obtain material specifications and consult Spiralock sales for correct style tap. Back to top ↑ Gage worn undersizeSolution: Return gage to Spiralock for recertification or purchase new gage |
