Pipe Threading Machine from Industrial Machinery Corporation (IMC) is designed for cutting external parallel and taper threads on steel and industrial pipes using a rotating die head and suitable threading chasers. Manufactured in Ludhiana, Punjab, India, the machine is available in multiple capacity ranges for pipe nipple production, fabrication shops, maintenance workshops and industrial production.

The current IMC model range on this page covers pipe-threading capacities from approximately 3/8 inch up to 10 inches, depending on the selected machine, die head, chasers and job. Buyers can compare spindle speeds, production output, motor power, saddle movement, lead-screw provision and approximate machine weight in the technical table below. The Product Videos section shows actual pipe-threading applications, while the Available Options section can be used to submit the required thread type, thread length, job diameter, purchase requirement and expected price.

Machine Applications

  • Steel pipe external threading
  • Pipe nipple and short-length threaded pipe production
  • BSP, BSPT and NPT pipe-threading applications, subject to tooling
  • Fabrication, maintenance and industrial workshops
  • Application-specific parallel and taper pipe threads

How to Select the Right Machine

Select the machine against the actual job rather than only the nominal pipe size. For an accurate recommendation, provide the pipe outside diameter, pipe material, required thread standard, thread length, production target and electrical supply. If taper threading is required, identify the exact BSPT, NPT or other standard and share a drawing or sample where possible.

Buyers comparing alternative configurations can also review the Hydraulic Pipe Threading Machine, Portable Pipe Threading Machine, Electric Conduit Pipe Threading Machine, Threading Die Head and Pipe & Bolt Threading Tangential Chaser pages.

Application review before ordering

A pipe thread cutting machine removes material to produce the required external profile. An industrial pipe threader must be selected against outside diameter, wall thickness and finished-thread acceptance. When contacting a pipe threading machine manufacturer, provide the actual component and mating connection rather than only a nominal pipe size.

Application review and acceptance

Send the complete component drawing, material grade and condition, prepared blank dimensions, required profile and pitch, tolerance and inspection method. Include the smallest and largest jobs and whether one or both ends need processing. Identify batch size, shift duration, changeover frequency and the required daily output. A published diameter limit alone does not establish suitability for every material or geometry.

Before ordering, request an application review with IMC. Ask whether representative sample trials are available and agree which dimensions and surface characteristics will be inspected. Define the gauge, acceptance tolerance and sampling method. Keep the accepted drawing and trial conditions with the quotation so the proposed tooling and configuration can be checked against the intended job.

Manufacturing and pre-dispatch inspection

Industrial Machinery Corporation manufactures equipment in Ludhiana, Punjab, India. Confirm the manufacturing process and inspection checks applicable to the selected configuration directly with IMC. Ask which records can be provided before dispatch, and identify any customer-specific acceptance tests in writing. Avoid treating separate maximum ratings as one operating condition; request confirmation of the combined application.

Installation, commissioning and warranty

Ask IMC to identify electrical supply, site preparation, handling and installation requirements. Confirm commissioning and operator training in the supply scope, including model-specific operating and maintenance instructions. Request the warranty period, exclusions, service support process and spare-tool availability in writing. These items depend on the agreed configuration and are not an automatic promise of a particular service package.

Plan component handling and support before installation. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for guarding, workholding, lubrication, adjustment and maintenance. Confirm which routine checks and consumables are required. Keep inspection and setup activities separate from operation, and ask IMC for clarification of any model-specific procedure before production begins.

Price and quotation scope

Final price depends on capacity, tooling, accessories and optional equipment. Request an itemised quotation identifying the model, included tools, power requirements and any additional profiles or sizes. Confirm packing, freight, delivery, installation, commissioning and training separately. State the destination and site constraints so handling and delivery requirements can be assessed.

Compare quotations on the same component and supply scope. A lower base price may include a different tool set or installation arrangement. Ask which accessories are necessary for your job, which are optional and which consumables are included. Obtain confirmation of any existing-tool compatibility from actual dimensions and drawings.

Production planning and documentation

Output depends on the actual component and the complete cycle: loading, processing, unloading, inspection and changeover. Ask for a representative trial before using a rate for a production commitment. Record the material and blank dimensions used, the setup and tooling, and the measured results. Discuss how batch changes affect setup time and how long components will be supported.

Before accepting the equipment, check the agreed supply list against the delivered configuration. Keep the quotation, drawing, acceptance criteria and operating instructions together. Confirm the contact and procedure for service questions and replacement tools. Use the Quote List or contact IMC with the application details for a configuration-specific quotation.

Enquiry checklist

  • Component drawing and inspection tolerance
  • Material grade, condition and prepared dimensions
  • Thread profile, pitch and required length
  • Batch size, output target and changeover needs
  • Power supply, delivery and commissioning scope

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BUYER INFORMATION

Price and Quotation Requirements

For a pipe threading machine quotation, send pipe OD and nominal size, wall thickness, material, thread standard, pitch and thread length. Confirm the selected configuration, included tooling and delivery requirements with IMC before ordering.

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Manufactured in Ludhiana, India

Industrial Machinery Corporation (IMC) manufactures the pipe threading machine in Ludhiana, Punjab, India for cutting external threads on industrial pipes. Share the component drawing and production requirement directly with IMC to confirm machine configuration, tooling and the scope of the quotation.

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Technical Specifications

Model data and technical details supplied for this product. Final configuration can be confirmed against your application.

The technical information below is based on the model data stored for this product. Final machine capacity, die-head size, chaser profile and thread result should be confirmed against the actual pipe and required thread standard before order confirmation.

Pipe Threader Working Principle

In a chaser-type Pipe Threader, the pipe is held securely in the clamping system while the die head rotates around the job. Suitable tangential chasers remove material progressively to produce the required external thread. The tooling, spindle speed and machine size are selected according to the pipe diameter, material, thread form and thread length.

Bed Type vs Pillar Type Pipe Threader

Bed-type machines are generally selected where the job and tooling arrangement require a rigid machine bed and controlled saddle movement. Pillar-type configurations are used for application-specific pipe or scaffolding work where the clamping and machine layout differ. The correct configuration should be confirmed from the component size, thread length and production requirement.

Parallel & Taper Pipe Threads

The existing product information lists Metric, BSP, BSPT, NPT, UNF, UNC, BSW, ACME and BSF thread forms. Exact availability depends on the selected die head, chaser profile, job diameter and machine configuration. BSPT and NPT taper-thread requirements should be specified clearly when requesting a quotation.

Range of IMC Die Heads

  • 1/4" to 1" capacity
  • 3/8" to 1.1/2" capacity
  • 1/2" to 2.1/2" capacity
  • 1" to 4" capacity
  • 2.1/2" to 6" capacity
  • 4" to 8" capacity

Pipe Threader Models & Technical Specifications

Specification 3/8" to 2" (10–50 mm) 1/2" to 2.1/2" (12–65 mm) 1" to 4" (25–100 mm) 2.1/2" to 6" (65–150 mm) 4" to 8" (100–200 mm) 8" to 10" (200–250 mm)
Saddle Movement10"–12"16"10"–12"8"8"8"
Spindle Speed Range127–18060–90–12040–75–11525–5025–5010–20–30
Number of Spindle Speeds233223
Threading Capacity3/8" to 2"1/2" to 3"1" to 4"2.1/2" to 6"4" to 8"8" to 10"
Production per Hour100–12070–9035–4020–2515–2015–20
H.P. Required3 H.P.7.5 H.P.12.5 H.P. 96015 H.P. 96020 H.P. 96030 H.P. 960
Lead ScrewProvidedProvidedProvidedProvidedProvidedProvided
Weight (Approx.)550 kg990 kg1600 kg1900 kg2500 kg5000 kg

Machine Selection Notes

For a 1" to 4" pipe-threading application, the stored model data lists a spindle-speed range of 40–75–115, three spindle speeds, indicated production of 35–40 pieces per hour, lead screw provided and approximate machine weight of 1600 kg. Actual output depends on pipe material, thread length, tooling and operator setup.

Selecting Pipe Threading Machine

Compare pipe outside diameter, wall thickness and required thread form before choosing the die head. A nominal pipe size alone does not define the complete setup. Match the chasers and thread-length control to the drawing, then confirm the suitable model from the capacity table.

Confirm Thread Quality Against the Drawing

Specify the finished thread standard, pitch or TPI, tolerance or gauge requirement and engagement length with the quotation request. A diameter range does not confirm every thread form. Agree the matching die head, chasers and inspection method for the sample job before final machine selection.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pipe Threading Machine

A Pipe Threading Machine cuts external threads on pipes using a suitable die head and threading chasers. The machine on this page is intended for industrial pipe-threading applications including parallel and taper threads, subject to the selected tooling.

The pipe is clamped securely while the die head rotates around the job. Tangential chasers progressively remove material to form the required external thread. Machine speed and tooling are selected according to the pipe size, material and thread standard.

The stored product table lists models from approximately 3/8 inch up to 10 inches. Final capacity depends on the selected model, die head, chasers, pipe material and required thread.

The existing product information lists BSPT and NPT among the supported thread forms. The exact taper standard, pipe size, pitch or TPI and chaser tooling should be confirmed before quotation.

Bed-type and pillar-type machines use different machine and clamping arrangements. Selection depends on the pipe diameter, job length, thread length, application and production requirement. IMC can review the job before recommending the configuration.

The stored table includes a 1 inch to 4 inch model with 40–75–115 spindle-speed range, three spindle speeds, indicated output of 35–40 pieces per hour, lead screw provided and approximate machine weight of 1600 kg.

The stored model data ranges from approximately 100–120 pieces per hour on the smaller 3/8 to 2 inch model to approximately 15–20 pieces per hour on the larger 4–8 inch and 8–10 inch models. Actual output depends on the job, material, thread length, tooling and setup.

Send the pipe outside diameter, material, required thread standard, pitch or TPI if known, thread length, production target, electrical supply and any drawing or sample details. You can also use the Available Options section on the product page.

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