Releasable thread chaser

摘要

A pivoting split thread chasing die with fastener is disclosed. In one example, the fastener can include a retainer that captures the fastener within one half of the thread chasing die. The thread chasing die may make it easier for a user to refurbish threads of large bolts and studs.

主权项

1. A thread chaser, comprising:
a first die half; a second die half, the second die half coupled to the first die half, the first and second die halves forming a hex shaped periphery of the thread chaser when in a closed position; and a fastener that passes at least partially through the first and second die halves, the fastener including a fastener retainer, the fastener and the fastener retainer positioned within the hex shaped periphery when the thread chaser is in the closed position, and the fastener retainer positioned on the fastener such that the fastener is captured within the second die half when an end of the fastener that passes at least partially through the first die half is flush or recessed from a closing face of the second die half.