Copper Tube Fittings Hydraulic Pipe Crimping Tool with 1/2",3/4" and 1" Jaw Copper Pipe Press Crimper Pressing Pliers, with Pipe Cutter

The tool is awesome, but be aware: if you have a tight space or lot of tee-s you might have an issue. I was able to replace existing plumbing, but had a snag on the first tee. Tee can be crimped ONLY in one specific position, when the long part of the tee goes in parallel with the tool. It makes a job a little bit trickier, so I had to assemble some parts of the line on the ground, and because of this had a couple of wasted fittings. I will probably return this tool but only to get a newer thinner version of it. Also note, that tool opens from one side only, this is where it may create issues in forked branches or tight spaces. I’m happy with result, but would like the tool even more if I read reviews before buying. Will see how the line holds up.

I just purchased this and used it to install a hot water heater. Since this was a different type of water heater there were a lot of moving the pipes to new locations and a lot of new connections and this device made it so simple, quick and easy. I love it. I hate sweating pipes and this removed that as an issue. I did have to go back and repress one connection but no big deal, I probably didn't press hard enough the first time. This is so much a time/money saver. Two notes - the manual needs a better English proof reader as it obviously was not written by someone who knows English. Also, the manual says to replace the hydraulic oil once a year - really? Also, if you go this way for connecting pipes remember that the fittings are much more expensive that regular copper fittings - but that is not the fault of this device. I will also note to buy the fittings on-line as in store there is a huge markup. Finally, buy this, it is well made, very substantial, and gets the job done well. Buying it only cost me a few dollars more than renting it at the local HD so go and buy this. I love it!

Was doing a bath remodel and had some copper coming out of the floor and wanted to do my finish work in pex. This did the trick. Was very easy to use. Connectors can be found at all the big box stores. Took me seconds to do what would take a while sweating on connectors. Pressure tested for a day and no leaks. Seems like a well built tool, very sturdy, dies seem to fit the connectors great, not too heavy.

I used this to replace a collection of bad valves and connections in my basement, and appreciate this option over sharkbite or pex where you lose a bit of pipe diameter and have critical components made of plastic. The hydraulic crimp was straightforward, thought does require some muscles. I would highly advise dry fitting everything, using a sharpie to mark where fittings should sit, and strategically doing what you can on the floor before working above your head or in a tight spot on the final connections. I'm giving a 4 instead of 5, even though I'd highly recommend the tool for two reasons. (1) As many others have expressed, it is very difficult, though not impossible to crimp all parts of a T. I was using 3/4" copper, and with difficulty got central connection crimped. I suspect that this would be much more difficult with 1/2". The issue arises from the bulk of the crimping head, which has trouble fitting against the other part of the T and correctly on the central connection. I managed and it is not leaking, though I don't think I would have if I hadn't done this first and in isolation. (2) This is a issue with all propress as compared to sharkbite or sweated fittings. You can't remove these and reuse the pipe inside (or the fitting), the crimp does enough to deform the outside that I would only be willing to cut and replace a section. All in all though, this saved me at least $1000 in chasing down a clog in a pipe, and so has already paid for itself

Does what it's supposed to do for the price. Only real quirk is orientation... for T-fittings you have to position the tool a specific way or it'll damage the fitting during the press. Learned that one the hard way. One thing I still can't fully explain. I had a pipe come out angled even though the sharpie depth line didn't move. I test fit every single fitting before marking, so I know they were seated properly. Doesn't affect function, just looks kills a perfect photo 😂. Is it cheaper than soldering? On fittings alone, no. Press fittings ran me $42 vs $12 for solder on the same job. But if you're starting from zero with no tools, a torch kit + solder supplies from HD runs about $101, and this press kit was $102. The press kit also comes with a pipe cutter and deburring tool (saves you about $20 buying those separately), and the cost difference basically disappears. Soldering has a learning curve too. It's not brutal, but it's real. Im in construction and I have seen plumbers have leaks. They dont always show up right away which is why pressure test are important. I have also see and tried all methods. Pex A, B, CPVC, Soldering, and now copper press. If I'm choosing between copper press, PEX, or CPVC, I'm going copper press every time. If i had to pick press vs soldering it would depend on the job.. and if I had one of those fancy tools that do the press automatically. Press has been around for awhile. I get people concern with the O-ring but anything can leak in 20-30 years.

First time propress user, this tool made it easy It doesn't take that much strength to get a perfect crimp. I am redoing a bathroom and after installing the shower faucet NO LEAKS. The only downside of this is the large head, you must be creative when working in tigh spaces. I recommend this tool.

I bought this to begin a conversion from old leaking piping to pex A. The unit is heavy and seems to be well built. However, I had to use it in a crawl space under my house and with a bad shoulder it was very difficult for me to exert the pressure required to use it properly. I was able to complete one fitting under the house. It worked well. This would be great for the occasional user with easy access to the plumbing (or a younger me) Unfortunately, for me, no workie. I would have rated it a 5 because it worked as advertised but I was not able to remove the sizing adapter (nomenclature?) after I used it. I’ll have to return it and buy a powered unit.

Item exactly as described. Instructions could have been a little more precise but if you’re mechanically inclined, you can easily figure it out. Used it today on cooper water pipes for outdoor water spigot. A little tight up against walls, but a little finagling I was able to get a good grip on the fittings and sealed the fittings without issue.

Works as described. If you are new to this system pay attention to what fittings you crimp first as the head is bulky and doesn't fit well in tight spaces. Overall, it's an excellent tool I just wish it had an indicator to know when your fully crimped but then it would most likely cost more. One thing I found (probably because I crimp until it bottoms out) is that the one die always sticks to the fittings after I crimp. For the amount of plumbing I do, it is very minor.

This looks to be a well made unit, and the hydraulic pump seems to work well . However the dies are the wrong size for standard Australian copper crimp fittings . This makes the unit useless in Australia.

Does not fit Australian Viega fittings. Complete waste of time and money!

Great for small jobs but care needs to be taken to keep everything lined up. Overall I’m fairly pleased.

I ordered a crimping tool for copper pipe fittings and ended up with a webber bbq replacement burners. If this is how fully automated factories work then there is going to be a lot of stuff ups. Also they’re hanging onto your money for several weeks a good way to make interest on your money while you have lost interest on your money.