HW LEFT HAND MALE TAP NW CONNECTION
HW Tap – Heavy-Duty Rod Recovery Tap / Fishing Tap (Right-Hand / Left-Hand, NW Connection)
The HW Tap is a specialist rod recovery (fishing) tap engineered for reliable retrieval of stuck, broken, or lost HW drill rods in diamond core drilling and mineral exploration operations. Constructed from premium alloy steel, case-hardened and precision-machined, the HW Tap uses self-tapping threads and a parallel-wall profile to cut into and firmly grip the inner surface of a jammed rod. Designed to integrate with standard NW connections and recovery strings, this tool provides a secure mechanical engagement for safe extraction, reducing equipment loss and costly downtime on site.
Description
🔩 Key Features & Benefits
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Recovery Function: Self-tapping thread profile and parallel walls for full penetration and positive bite into the “fish.”
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Thread Direction: Available in Right-Hand (standard) and Left-Hand versions to match field needs.
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Connection: NW connection for easy mating to hoisting plugs, adapter subs, and recovery assemblies.
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Material & Hardness: Made from high-tensile alloy steel, case-hardened (typical surface hardness range 50–55 HRC) for wear resistance and toughness.
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Finish & Treatment: Precision CNC machining with anti-corrosion plating or surface treatment for long field life.
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Variants: Offered in male (external) and female (internal / bell-tap) formats to suit different recovery scenarios.
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Performance: High torque capability, reduced slippage, and minimal damage to surrounding downhole tooling when used correctly.
📋 Technical Notes (no numeric size stated)
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Application: Designed specifically for HW series drill rods and compatible with standard wireline recovery systems.
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Standards: Manufactured to meet relevant wireline/drilling tool standards; custom sizes and thread details available on request.
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Compatibility: Integrates with NW connection recovery strings and adapter subs for seamless field use.
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Usage: Insert and rotate the tap into the stuck rod (the “fish”) until self-tapping threads fully engage, then pull the fish to surface using standard recovery procedures.
✅ Why Use This HW Tap
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Minimizes downtime and avoids expensive rod replacement.
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Engineered for robust, repeatable performance in harsh drilling environments.
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Field-serviceable and available in multiple configurations to match your rig setup.
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Supplied with inspection and hardness certification on request for quality assurance.





