General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #2037 (Set 31)

When internal threading for piping where the work permits the tap to be run entirely through you can begin and end the tapping of the hole by using a __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — taper tap

A taper tap features a long, gradual chamfer at the tip, allowing it to start easily in a hole. When the work permits the tap to pass entirely through, the taper tap is the ideal choice for initiating the thread-cutting process before finishing with other tap types.

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