How to Remove a Broken Tap with Walton Tap Extractors

Performance professionals have depended on our tap extractors since 1908. In three simple steps you can remove a broken tap without drilling, lasers, damaged threads, scrapped parts, or repair inserts.

Step 1 - Insert the Tap Extractor fingers into the flutes of the broken tap

Step 1

Thoroughly remove all chips of the broken tap. Insert the Extractor fingers into the flutes of the broken tap, pushing them gently, but firmly, into position.

Step 2 - Push the holder down until it touches the broken tap

Step 2

Push the holder down until it touches the broken tap. Slide the sleeve down until it touches the work.

Step 3 - Use a tap wrench and twist to loosen, then back out the broken tap

Step 3

Apply a tap wrench to the square end of the holder. Twist forward and backward a few times to loosen, then back out the broken tap.

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Warning: For maximum safety when using Walton tools, please wear protective eyewear and carefully read and follow the accompanying instructions on proper operation.