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Definition

Tapping Center (Drill-Tap Center)

What is Tapping Center?

A tapping center (drill-tap center) is a compact, lightweight, high-speed machining center optimized for fast drilling and rigid tapping of small parts — with quick tool changes and rapid axis moves. It trades heavy-cut capacity for speed and low cost per part.

Tapping centers are popular for high-volume electronics, aluminum and small precision components.

Also known as

drill tap centerdrill-tap machine

Related terms

Tapping
Processes
Drilling
Processes
VMC
Vertical Machining Center
ATC
Automatic Tool Changer
Rigid Tapping
Processes
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