Rigid Tap Holders (SITH)
Our modular Rigid Tap Holder Solution allows for fast tapping and interchangeability with CNC machinery. By using a quick-change tooling system, you’ll be able to quickly switch taps for increased efficiency in settings with multiple setups per shift. This solution works on rigid or synchronous tapping machines.
- Compact design for easy storage
- Available in Steep Taper, HSK, Straight and ACME shanks
- Works with a CSTA adapter and provides coolant sealing
- Quick change and modular
- Superior craftsmanship increases life of taps
View Straight Shanks
View ACME Shanks
View CAT, BT & HSK
View Jacobs Taper
Radial Floating Tap Holders (FITH-II)
Designed to compensate for misalignment between the cutting tool and work piece.
- 360 degree radial float
- Adjustable centering pressure
- Coolant Through design (sealed coolant option available)
- Available in Steep Taper, HSK, Straight, ACME, Morse and Jacobs taper shanks
- Quick Change
View Straight Shanks
View End Mill style shanks
View ACME shanks
View CAT, BT, HSK Shanks
View Morse & Jacobs Tapers
Watch video: How to Adjust the Centering Pressure in a TM Smith Tool FITH-II/LCTH Radial Floating Tool Holder
Tension/Compression Tap Holders (ACTH)
Ideal for CNC machines without rigid tapping. Eliminates over/undersized tapped holes or damaged threads due to pushing or pulling.
- Axial compensation
- Adjustable tension compression ratio
- Quick change
View Straight & Acme Shanks
View CAT & BT
Watch video: How to Adjust the Tension & Compression Ratio in a TM Smith Tool ACTH Holder
Tension/Compression with Radial Float Tap Holders (LCTH)
The LCTH is designed with axial and radial compensation.
- Available with a Straight, ACME or Morse Taper shanks
- Adjustable centering pressure
- Available in full tension, tension & compression or full compression
- Quick change
Close Center Tap Holders (CCTH)
The CCTH is a quick change size specific product. The small O.D. allows this holder to be used when a standard holder is too large.
- Available in rigid or with tension
- Order with a TMS-EXT Extension for additional reach
- Straight shank option coming soon
Cartridge Style Tap Holders with Tension (CSTH-T)
- Compact design
- Use with an end mill holder or in a tool block
- Quick change
Tap Adapters
TM Smith Tool offers the largest selection of quick change tap adapters available on the market.
- Standard ball drive or tang drive adapters
- Adjustable length adapters with tension and/or compression
- Adapters range from #6 to 2″
- Available for ANSI, DIN, JIS and ISO standards
- Extensions available for fixture or part clearance
- Through coolant design
- ER collet style adapters for tapping and reaming
- Interchangable with most Bilz style holders
- Specials available for non standard shank & square combinations