1/2″ – 20 Plug Tap, High Speed Steel – National Fine Thread Review January 9, 2019 Kangaroodle No Comments Threading Taps High Speed Steel. Ground Thread . Plug taps are the most popular hand tap, with a lead in between Taper Taps and Bottoming Taps. Can be used in a machine as well as by hand( but it does not drive the chips ahead like a Spiral Point Tap). Post navigation ← DIAMOND REPLACEMENT FOR CNC SPRING LOADED DRAG ENGRAVING TOOL WITH 60 DEGREE TIP ReviewAffordable Bender ab103 1-1/2″ Hydraulic Tube Bender Review →