1 / 6Gunpla OT569 40-Piece Metric Tap and Die Set
The Gunpla OT569 tap and die set is a 40-piece metric kit for cutting or repairing internal and external threads. It includes 16 taps, 16 dies and listed handling tools, with metric sizes from M3 to M12. Customer feedback is positive about occasional DIY usefulness but mixed on holder quality and cutting performance.
At a glance
- 16 metric taps and 16 matching metric dies are listed, alongside a slotted screwdriver, screw pitch gauge, T-handle, die holder and tap wrench.
- The listed metric sizes run from M3 to M12, with multiple pitches for several thread diameters.
- Manufacturer claims the tools can cut or repair internal and external threads in metals including aluminium, brass, carbon alloy steel, cast iron and bronze.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The kit covers both internal and external metric threading, including a range of pitches across common sizes.
- A thread pitch gauge and dedicated holders are listed with the taps and dies.
- The molded storage case is intended to keep individual pieces organised.
Technical specifications
6 specifications| Brand | Gunpla |
|---|
| Weight listed | 1.36 kg |
|---|---|
| Package dimensions | 32.79 x 20 x 4.2 cm; 1.36 kg |
| Size | 40pcs |
|---|---|
| Material | hardened tungsten alloy steel |
| Tap and die sizes | M3x0.5, 3x0.6, 4x0.7, 4x0.75, 5x0.8, 5x0.9, 6x0.75 6x1.0, 7x0.75, 7x1.0, 8x1.0, 8x1.25, 10x1.25, 10x1.5, 12x1.5, 12x1.75 |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
Listing details are inconsistent about the 40-piece count and the separate 16 taps plus 16 dies and accompanying tools, and the size and colour fields both use piece-count wording. The thread-size list is also irregularly formatted, including “6x0.75 6x1.0”. Confirm the selected listing's exact kit and size markings before purchase.
What’s in the box
- 16 metric tapsCheck selected pack
- 16 metric diesCheck selected pack
- Slotted screwdriverCheck selected pack
- Screw pitch gaugeCheck selected pack
- T-handleCheck selected pack
- Die holderCheck selected pack
- Tap wrenchCheck selected pack
- Storage caseCheck selected pack
Check which accessories are included in your selected pack before buying.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- DIY users needing metric taps and dies for occasional thread cutting or repair.
- Buyers whose work uses the listed M3 to M12 sizes and supported metal types.
Less suited to
- Anyone needing imperial threading sizes or metric sizes outside the listed range.
- Buyers who require consistently praised cutting performance or holder durability based on customer feedback.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
61% 61% - 4 stars
20% 20% - 3 stars
10% 10% - 2 stars
4% 4% - 1 star
5% 5%
Customer feedback describes the set as functional and versatile for occasional DIY, while reports on quality and durability are mixed. Some feedback describes it as strong, while other customers report poor holders and pieces falling out. Cutting performance also receives mixed feedback. This matters for a kit whose practical use depends on the holders and cutting tools working together, so it may suit occasional jobs better than buyers seeking assured consistency for demanding, repeated use.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback highlights functionality and versatility for occasional DIY use.
Negative themes
- Some customer feedback reports poor holders and pieces falling out.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback on quality, durability and cutting performance is mixed.
Frequently asked questions
What metric sizes are listed?
The listing gives 16 tap sizes and the same 16 die sizes, from M3x0.5 through 12x1.75. Its formatting is irregular, so confirm the exact size markings if a particular pitch is essential.
Can this set cut both internal and external threads?
Yes. The listing describes taps for internal threads and dies for external threads, and says the set is intended for cutting new threads or repairing damaged ones.
Which materials does the manufacturer say it can work with?
The listing names aluminium, brass, carbon alloy steel, cast iron and bronze. This is a manufacturer claim rather than independently verified performance.
What is included?
The listing claims 16 taps, 16 dies, a slotted screwdriver, screw pitch gauge, T-handle, die holder, tap wrench and storage case. The stated 40-piece count does not align clearly with that itemisation, so check the selected listing.
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