Copper Press Tool

Plumbing operations often require a whole arsenal of tools. With this in mind, in order to prevent leaks in any of the pipe fittings, professional plumbers tend to stick to tried and true methods. When it comes to fitting joints, soldering was the most prevalent approach. However, in modern times, the copper press tool continues to gain more and more acceptance among professionals and amateurs alike.

Copper press tool vs. Soldering

Soldering can be quite labor-intensive. Workers have to carry a lot of equipment to the job site in order to solder even small fittings. What’s more, each joint might take several minutes to make sure it’s completely leak-proof. Speaking of leaks, soldering also requires shutting down the flow of water, cleaning the pipe, and even removing some of the excess solder. If this wasn't enough, plumbers still have to wait for the solder to cool before moving on. These inefficiencies can be real time sinks, especially for independent contractors. In the same vein, the hazards of working with open flames and being exposed to the toxic fumes released from the solder cannot be understated. A copper pipe crimping tool can be used to mitigate and eliminate many of these problems.

For starters, the copper plumbing crimping tool is handheld, battery-operated, and much lighter compared to soldering equipment. The crimper can also be rotated at many different angles. This means workers can now reach places they would never have been able to before. The tool is similar to a clamp but completely automatic. To add to its versatility, users can change the tips to fit whatever pipe fittings they are working on at a time. The bigger the kit, the more options workers will have at their disposal. Operating the device is as easy as fitting the pipe into the joint, positioning the jaws around the area, and pressing a button.

Can copper crimpers be used in other materials?

Copper tube crimping tools are able to produce thousands of pounds of pressure. For this reason, the materials they can be used on are generally indicated by the manufacturer. That being said, some tools can indeed work with other materials, such as aluminum and certain types of plastic pipes, that is, if they are compatible with the pressure and shape of the crimping mechanism. For aluminum pipes, the copper crimpers must be used with caution to avoid damaging the softer metal. In the case of plastic pipes, it's essential to ensure that the polymer is strong enough to withstand the crimping process without cracking or deforming.