Are there different standards for different press fittings? Which tools work with which fittings? Looking to buy a copper pressing tool, but as a DIYer it seems kind of confusing.
I have used this tool with Viega and Webstone brand fittings. It works well with those brands. This tool is meant for USA copper trade sizes (1/2", 3/4" and 1"). For reference, the Ridgid RP 241 and Milwaukee M12 Force Logic press tools are made to press the same fittings. Viega fittings are basically the standard for press fittings in the USA.
Im also considering the ht1550 because of the hydrolic action seems easier than the mechanical leverage. But also the jaw type would be easier in tight hard to reach locations. I usually just hire a battery tool when needed.
I haven't seen or tried the ht1550 but it looks interesting. Since I already have a manual tool, a battery powered tool would probably be the next step for me.
@@MoltenMetalCasting I saw someone reviewing the manual hydrolic tool. Unfortunately in a followup review it failed, and he had to redo everything...(behind sheet-rock no less). The smaller form factor seems nice on the surface. However, the device left little copper dog ears after crimping (as seen on multiple videos). And it seems to only crimp successfully on one side of the o-ring. It is clearly visible. This is likely do to very poor quality in the die... Here is the link: ruclips.net/video/cP8fJlKejtU/видео.html
That's a good repair. Nice tool. What's up with these "wanna be youtube friends" bullshit these days? I've been dumping these annoying bastards left and right.
good job man! i bought mind last week from amazon for $145+ and i used it already. it's worth it and i don't have to worry about soldering :)
I'm happy I bought one , now its mine wherever I go not my bosses
So am I, it saves a lot of time.
Are there different standards for different press fittings? Which tools work with which fittings? Looking to buy a copper pressing tool, but as a DIYer it seems kind of confusing.
I have used this tool with Viega and Webstone brand fittings. It works well with those brands. This tool is meant for USA copper trade sizes (1/2", 3/4" and 1").
For reference, the Ridgid RP 241 and Milwaukee M12 Force Logic press tools are made to press the same fittings. Viega fittings are basically the standard for press fittings in the USA.
@@MoltenMetalCasting thank you. Should be good enough for my purposes
Im also considering the ht1550 because of the hydrolic action seems easier than the mechanical leverage. But also the jaw type would be easier in tight hard to reach locations. I usually just hire a battery tool when needed.
I haven't seen or tried the ht1550 but it looks interesting. Since I already have a manual tool, a battery powered tool would probably be the next step for me.
Did you end up buying one?
@@MoltenMetalCasting I saw someone reviewing the manual hydrolic tool. Unfortunately in a followup review it failed, and he had to redo everything...(behind sheet-rock no less). The smaller form factor seems nice on the surface. However, the device left little copper dog ears after crimping (as seen on multiple videos). And it seems to only crimp successfully on one side of the o-ring. It is clearly visible. This is likely do to very poor quality in the die... Here is the link:
ruclips.net/video/cP8fJlKejtU/видео.html
I saw a fitting for a galvanized pipe in the beginning of the video can that tool be used for that type(veiga) fitting🤔
Are you referring to the female adapter? This tool is used on the copper pipe side of the fitting. The pipe is threaded into the other side.
@@MoltenMetalCasting yes im referring to that piece
Thank you, for this Nice demo, and recommendation! Now, I will get one of these crimp tools!!!....
That's a good repair. Nice tool. What's up with these "wanna be youtube friends" bullshit these days? I've been dumping these annoying bastards left and right.
I was wondering about that myself. Thanks for leaving a real comment!