Reiff and Nestor Taps Manufacturer
Proudly standing as the largest independently owned tap manufacturer in the country, Reiff and Nestor Company has been perfecting the art of American-made threading tools since 1912. This Pennsylvania-based powerhouse combines over a century of heritage with modern engineering to deliver high-speed taps, threadformers, and custom solutions that define industry standards. From their central Lykens facility to stocking warehouses in Denver and Portland, they maintain a massive inventory of standard and specialty taps ready for coast-to-coast distribution. Whether you require precision pipe taps or specialized Nu-trix thread restorers, their commitment to optimized geometry and surface treatments ensures high-performance results at a cost-effective price point. Every tool reflects a legacy of quality, bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and the demanding needs of global industrial machinery.
Top Reiff and Nestor Taps
Reiff & Nestor Nu-Trix Thread Restorer File (No. 2)
This essential maintenance tool features eight different thread pitches on a single file, allowing technicians to quickly restore battered or flattened threads on bolts and pipes without reducing the diameter of the workpiece.
Reiff & Nestor 45732 Spiral Pointed "Gun" Tap
Designed for high-speed machine tapping in through-holes, this 1/4″-20 long-reach tap features a unique angular point that shears chips and shoots them forward, preventing flute clogging and extending tool life in tough alloys.
Reiff & Nestor Penta Blue Spiral Point Tap (102CPR)
Coated with a specialized blue diamond surface treatment, these premium high-speed steel taps are engineered to reduce heat buildup and eliminate galling when threading medium to high-carbon steels and stainless materials.
Reiff and Nestor Company continues to lead the industrial machining world by delivering American-made precision through a century of manufacturing excellence.
Precision Threading Solutions
From heavy-duty industrial fabrication to intricate custom machining, our diverse tool catalog ensures every thread is cut with absolute accuracy and durability.
Combined Drill and Taps
These versatile tools streamline your workflow by drilling and tapping in a single pass, available in UNC, UNF, Metric, NPT, and NPTF thread styles to maximize shop efficiency.
High-Speed Taps and Threadformers
Engineered with optimized geometry and advanced surface treatments, our high-speed taps and threadformers provide cost-effective solutions for high-volume production environments.
Specialty Pipe Taps
Our extensive selection of pipe taps includes NPT, NPSF, and dryseal taper options designed to create leak-proof connections in the most demanding plumbing and hydraulic applications.
Nu-trix Thread Restorers
Specifically designed to salvage damaged threads, these tools offer a quick and reliable way to restore functionality to expensive components without compromising structural integrity.
Custom and Fluted Taps
We manufacture straight flute, spiral flute, and spiral point taps tailored to your specific material needs, including custom taps built to your exact print specifications.
Industrial Field Reports
Robert Henderson: After switching to Reiff and Nestor’s spiral point taps for our deep-hole gunsmithing projects, we noticed an immediate 30% increase in tool life compared to the imported brands we previously used. The chips clear beautifully, and the H3 1/4″-20 model we use consistently produces clean, oversized threads that meet our tight tolerances every single time.
Sarah Miller: Our machine shop specializes in automotive restoration, and the Nu-trix thread restorers have saved us thousands of dollars in potential scrap costs by allowing us to revive vintage engine blocks with precision. The geometry of their high-speed threadformers is clearly superior, as we’ve seen significantly less heat buildup during high-speed production runs in tough alloy steels.
James Patterson: Finding a reliable source for NPTF dryseal taper pipe taps can be a challenge, but the quality coming out of the Lykens facility is unmatched in the American market. I’ve been using their metric combined drill and taps for over five years now, and the consistency of the heat treatment means I never have to worry about a tap shattering mid-cycle and ruining a work piece.
Reiff and Nestor FAQ
Are Reiff and Nestor products made in the USA?
Yes, every Reiff and Nestor tool is manufactured at their central facility in Lykens, Pennsylvania, maintaining a tradition of American-made quality that dates back to 1912.
What is the difference between NPT and NPTF pipe taps?
NPT (National Pipe Taper) taps create threads that require a sealant like PTFE tape or paste for a leak-proof joint, whereas NPTF (National Pipe Taper Fuel) “dryseal” taps are precision-engineered to form a metal-to-metal seal without additional sealants.
Can I request a custom tap built to my specific drawings?
Absolutely; the company specializes in custom-building taps to your exact print specifications or engineering recommendations, leveraging over a century of design experience to solve unique threading challenges.
What should I use to restore damaged external threads?
The Nu-trix thread restorer is the ideal tool for this task, as it is designed to clean and reshape flattened or rusted threads on bolts and pipes without removing excess material or weakening the fastener.
Do you offer solutions for high-volume production tapping?
Yes, their high-speed threadformers and taps are designed with optimized geometry and advanced surface treatments to provide a cost-effective, durable solution for high-speed industrial machining environments.
Which tap style is best for a blind hole?
For blind holes (holes that do not go all the way through), we recommend using a bottoming tap or a spiral flute tap, which helps pull chips up and out of the hole to prevent the tool from clogging or breaking at the bottom.