LEFT HAND TAP - SCREW EXTRACTOR (5pcs - 6pcs)

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A Left-Hand Tap Screw Extractor set (often called "Easy Outs") is essential for removing broken bolts, studs, or screws that have snapped off below or flush with the surface. These sets typically come in 5-piece or 6-piece versions, covering most common household and automotive fasteners.

Sizing Reference (5pcs vs 6pcs)

The extractors are numbered from #1 to #5 (or #6). As the number increases, the extractor becomes thicker to handle larger bolts.

Extractor No.	Removes Screw/Bolt Size (Metric)	Removes Screw/Bolt Size (Inch)	Recommended Drill Bit Size
#1	3mm – 6mm	1/8" – 1/4"	5/64" (2.0mm)
#2	6mm – 8mm	1/4" – 5/16"	7/64" (3.0mm)
#3	8mm – 11mm	5/16" – 7/16"	5/32" (4.0mm)
#4	11mm – 14mm	7/16" – 9/16"	1/4" (6.5mm)
#5	14mm – 18mm	9/16" – 3/4"	19/64" (7.5mm)
#6	18mm – 22mm	3/4" – 1"	13/32" (10.0mm)

Step-by-Step Extraction Guide

Punch a Center Point: Use a center punch and hammer to create a small dimple exactly in the middle of the broken bolt. This prevents your drill bit from "walking" and damaging the threads.
Drill the Pilot Hole: Using a standard drill bit (sized according to the table above), drill a hole straight down into the center of the broken bolt.
- Tip: Use a Left-Hand Drill Bit if you have one; sometimes the heat and vibration of drilling in reverse will actually unscrew the bolt for you!
Insert the Extractor: Place the square end of the extractor into a Tap Wrench (not a drill). Insert the pointed end into your pilot hole.
Turn Counter-Clockwise: Turn the tap wrench to the left. The reverse-spiral threads will "bite" into the inner walls of the bolt.
Extract: Continue turning with steady, even pressure. As the extractor grips tighter, the broken bolt should begin to unscrew.

Critical Safety Tips

Do Not Use a Power Drill for Extraction: Once the hole is drilled, use a hand wrench only. The high speed of a drill can snap the brittle extractor, leaving hardened steel inside your bolt that is nearly impossible to drill out.
Use Penetrating Oil: Spray the broken bolt with PB Blaster or WD-40 Specialist and wait 15 minutes before you start. It significantly reduces the torque needed.
Heat it Up: If it's stuck due to rust, use a propane torch to heat the surrounding metal (not the bolt itself) to expand the hole and loosen the grip.