Using a CNC Mill to tap holes?

on 2002-05-13 00:27:22 UTC

Hi,

Is it practical to tap holes using a CNC Mill (Taig) by driving the spindle
with a stepper motor and holding a standard tap in a collet?

Any advice or information on this subject would be helpful.

Cheers,

Peter Homann
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Discussion Thread

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