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πŸ”₯ Efficiently Flare Pipes with the General Tools 152 Plier Flaring Tool Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5Β Β 
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4.3
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BrandGeneral Tools
MaterialVinyl, Alloy Steel
Item Dimensions LxWxH2.12 x 4.25 x 10.37 inches
Handle MaterialVinyl
Item Weight1.25 Pounds
UsageProfessional
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Description of πŸ”₯ Efficiently Flare Pipes with the General Tools 152 Plier Flaring Tool

General tools Plier flaring tool, 3/16 - 5/8 in Nominal, vinyl handle. Provides secure connections to components and lines. This product is manufactured in Taiwan. General Tools Plier Flaring Tool has everything you need to make professional flares in the convenience of an all-in-one design. The adjustable bar mechanism accepts six popular tubing sizes, machined to close tolerances for an accurate fit; This flaring tool is also ideal for use in confined areas. The free-spinning cone self-centers to ensure professional quality flares every time; Quick release function allows easy insertion and removal of tubing. General Tools plier flaring tool fits snugly into a toolbox with no loose parts to be misplaced; Makes 45 degree single flares, Capacity of 3/16, 1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 1/2, and 5/8 inches. This industrial flaring tool features an all steel construction and vinyl handles for comfort; The quick release plier action handles hold tubing securely while flaring.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good product for the price

I've used this to flare copper tubing for my mini split, I've never experienced flare up, having bought cheap in HD and HarborF they were practically useless , it seems the work. I don't think it's leaking but we'll see in the winter as I've read it's going to be under a lot of pressure. I think I'll buy the Yellow Jacket brand if I get the chance as it has a limited shelf life so don't guess. It is also 3 times more expensive.

Pros
  • Great fit for me
Cons
  • Negative gift

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Works great!: Brake Flaring Tools

I originally bought a double flare tool from a store with the initials HF. Like many others it kept sliding, I couldn't get a double exposure, only one exposure. Tried everything but couldn't stop slipping. I bought this tool, got it today and tested it on a 3/16 inch brake line cut. It held onto the pipe easily (same pipe I tested the HF tool on) with the adapter that came with the HF tool. , but always slipped). Kept simple. I made the first torch, removed the adapter, made the second torch…

Pros
  • Quality construction
Cons
  • Not the best

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Works well if you take your time and don't need to use it every day.

I have used this on several sizes of L type copper coils and it has worked very well. Just take your time and follow these simple steps: 1. Don't rush to cut the pipe while the copper is annealing, you will have to rotate the cutter more often while applying less force to the cutting wheel than you would with a hard pipe. 2. You MUST use a deburring tool to remove the chamfer on the edge of the fresh cut. You won't get a good torch without one of these $10 tools…

Pros
  • Everything is fine!
Cons
  • Blank

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Good concept, bad execution

This tool can be used when you work from time to time and need something inexpensive. I wouldn't use it if I was braking all day. The tool is a good concept - portable, compact, etc. - but it has some technical flaws. Read the instructions first. The tool probably won't work out of the box. There is an eccentric on the hinge of the movable handle that allows you to adjust the distance between the inserts and the crimping pressure. If you set it too high two things will happen: 1. The dies will…

Pros
  • Free for educational purposes
Cons
  • Definitely bad product