How to Thread Black Iron Pipe Video
How to Thread Black Iron Pipe Video
To thread black iron, you need to use special tools.
It's dirty work and if it's hot outdoors, you'll break a sweat for sure.
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In this video, Tim Carter demonstrates how to cut threads on black iron pipe using a hand ratchet and cutting dies.
Black Iron Pipe SUCCESS TIPS:
- Be sure the pipe dies match the pipe size
- Ream out cut black iron pipe
- Use plenty of oil while cutting threads
- Be sure to stop cutting once end of pipe is flush with end of die

Here's what a pipe cutting die looks like outside the hand ratchet. CLICK THE PHOTO NOW to have this delivered to your home in days.
This column was shared with Tim's readers in his November 2, 2017 Newsletter.
Hi Tim,
You make that look so easy. LOVE your videos.
Thanks Russ! It is easy to thread black iron pipe. As the diameter of the pipe increases, it's much more work. One-half-inch black iron is really a breeze to do.
Why do you think Home Depot no longer threads black pipe?
John,
I have no idea. When you asked that question to the Home Depot store manager, what was her answer?