How To Measure Thread Size Of Tap. For pvc pipe measure the outer diameter, for the fittings measure the inner diameter. 465 of an inch which is about.
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If you don't know the pitch, choose coarse threads; Tap drill (mm) m4 x 0.35. Compare the numbers and thread type you just gathered to the numbers written on the taps and dies.
> i want to buy a hose pipe to attach to the outdoor tap at my new house.
This tap has 1/2 cast into the side. Hold the pipe in 1 hand and take a ruler or tape measure in your other hand. *image not to scale, measurements are appoximates only. The pitch of the thread.