Stainless Steel Taps - Maple Sap Pail Spout & Hook - Spiles for making Maple Syrup (5)

Wasnt sure how well these would turn out but when they arrived they were much sturdier and more heavy-duty than I thought. I tapped 2 Maple trees with two Taps on each tree and got more than enough syrup for myself and even gave some away. All I needed was a drill to get into the tree. Came out with a hammer to pry with and will probably order more for next season.

I am quite impressed with the quality of this item. I am glad I decided to purchase these stainless steel type instead of the black plastic ones I was considering. These are obviously machined from thick walled stainless stock. There is a slight taper on the side intended to go into the tree. That side is approximately 1 1/2 (37mm) long. The side that receives the hose measures at exactly 1 (26mm) long. Please see the picture I attached to this review. We have two maple trees in our yard. This will be the first spring my sons and I have tried tapping and sugaring them. Looking forward to the sweet results!

Sturdy, Nice size to work with.

Drill the hole.. insert the tap.. collect the juice.. how easy can it be

Good

Excellent taps, but hooks are too small and there is no way to accommodate a lid. I ended up zip tying the lids to the hooks, but next year I will have to look for another hook system as it is too small to hold the bucket safely. (one was knocked off and spilled about 1.5 gallons of sap)

Very nice sturdy taps.

We havent used them yet, but Im very happy with how sturdy, strong and well made they are. I will be ordering more in the future.

Did what it was supposed to. Design makes removal for repositioning or season end easy and simple.

Items are very sturdy and looking forward to using them in the spring for tapping black walnut trees.