Type of crimp: There are different crimps, like PEX and press crimps. For example, PEX crimping tools are designed for crimping copper rings onto PEX pipes, while press crimping tools are for joining copper pipes using press fittings. Select the tool that fits the crimp type of the application. Crimp the fitting: With the crimping jaws securely attached, place the crimping tool over the press fitting. Ensure the tool is perpendicular to the pipe to achieve a uniform crimp. Once the tool is in place, squeeze the handle to start crimping. Some tools may require multiple crimps around the fitting to ensure a proper seal.

NPT Pipe Thread Dies , Metric Conduit Dies Free Standing s , Tornado 2000 , Magnum 2000 - LT , Magnum 3000 L-T , Magnum 3000 T , Magnum 4000 T , BSPT Pipe Thread Dies Copper pipe crimping tools, or press tools, come in various types, each designed to suit different applications and user preferences. Here are some of the common types:A crimping tool for copper pipe joins copper pipes and fittings by applying pressure to create a watertight seal, typically used in plumbing and heating systems. Are copper press fittings reliable? Crimping is a mechanical method of joining battery cables to lugs; no heat or chemical is required. It entails using a lug crimper (like the iCrimp IWS-1040S Battery Cable Lug Crimping Tool) to compress/crimp down a copper lug to hold the cable strands thus forming a permanent joint tightly. Usually, good crimp connections are sturdy and reliable. Soldering is a more traditional method that involves using a soldering iron or gun to melt down solder (metal alloy) to join a copper lug to a battery cable. Once the solder cools, it forms a hard and independent connection that allows electrical conductivity between the two components.

Unlike soldered connections, crimp connections are more resistant to heat and vibrations; thus, they can last longer, even under high heat and mechanical stress. That’s why crimping is the preferred connection method in the automotive industry. With crimping, it’s easy and fast to get consistent results when making multiple joints, provided your crimping tool is appropriately calibrated. Lastly, crimping cable lugs doesn’t demand a high level of expertise, thus making crimping a suitable method for a wide range of users, including beginners.Adjustable crimping tools: These tools come with interchangeable jaws or dies that can be swapped out to fit different sizes of pipes and fittings. They can be manual, battery-operated, or hydraulic.