When working on a plumbing project and when retro fitting existing piping and or when fixing a damaged water line and having the right tool at hand can make all the difference between a watertight connection and a costly mess. The Manual T-Handle Tube Expander Kit is a valuable addition to any professional plumbers collection and as well as a valuable resource for a serious DIY enthusiast who has found themselves needing to prepare and/or stretch their round pipes for a tight seal.
This 16-32 mm diameter steel set makes the process of expanding and connecting pipes much simpler than using an assortment of special fittings. Constructed of heavy duty, high grade steel, this expander is designed to stand up to the extreme pressure required to shape both metal and plastic pipes, without distorting, cracking, or deteriorating through use. The Manual T-Handle Tube Expander Kit is compatible with copper, aluminum, and flexible PEX tubing and provides the even, precise stretching needed to achieve a perfect flush fit every time.
The main reason for the success of this plumbing tool lies in its simple T-handle design. This style is primarily based upon ergonomics and mechanical advantage. The large handle allows for maximum leverage with minimal effort, changing a tedious task into a smooth, easy motion. Because there is a direct relationship between the amount of force applied by the user and the movement of the tool, this type of manual mechanism provides the user with excellent "feel" and control that is not possible with power tools. Users have a strong feeling for how hard they are pushing against the resistance of the material being stretched (to avoid over extending or damaging) as they continue to slowly expand the tube. The Manual T-Handle Tube Expander Kit comes complete with a multi-tiered or interchangeable cone system which works perfectly with standard utility pipe diameters including 16mm, 20mm, 25mm and 32mm. Therefore, it offers users a great deal of versatility for many types of residential and commercial pipe repair projects. No longer will you have to carry numerous cumbersome tools for each gauge size of pipe you may run across under sinks, behind walls, or in heat transfer applications.
In addition to increasing the quality of your workmanship and reducing labor costs associated with plumbing projects, using a manual tube expander will significantly reduce material costs and save you time. Traditionally, coupling two pipes of identical diameter required purchasing separate coupling fittings which increased the overall cost of materials and added two additional potential leak points to your plumbing system rather than one. Using this expander will allow you to enlarge the end of one pipe sufficiently so that the adjacent pipe will slide directly into it. From here you can create a perfect lap joint that can then be easily soldered, brazed or bonded together. This will greatly reduce the number of structural joints within your plumbing network and therefore help to streamline fluid flow while decreasing the likelihood of structural failure later on. Additionally, since this is a completely manual steel kit requiring no electricity, battery”s or complex hydraulic fluids etc., it will always be available to use regardless of whether you are working in cramped dark crawl spaces or remote locations outdoors where access to power is limited.
Cleaning/ Maintaining this rugged plumbing tool is very simple and will guarantee that it will remain a trusted partner throughout your career. The hardened steel parts are resistant to rust and corrosion although cleaning it off quickly after contact with moisture along with occasionally applying a few drops of lubricant to the threads will keep the entire expansion mechanism functioning perfectly. Due to its small stature, it will store neatly in a standard tool box without consuming too much room. However, due to its substantial weight and superior build quality it will immediately convey its high quality/professional grade performance as soon as you lift it out of storage. As such, for those who strive to consistently provide their clients with leak free, professional quality plumbing repairs/installations, acquiring this 16-32mm diameter manual T-handle tube expander kit represents an ideal method to guarantee your plumbing work remains sturdy, efficient, and long lasting.
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