Pipemaster Soldering Tool Review

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(More customer reviews)The pipemaster seems to work OK for the do-it-yourselfer. Someone who only does a few jobs every once in a while. If you will be using it a lot I recommend you upgrade to the pipemaster professional
Pros
It is easy to use and works in tight spaces.
Cons
It's designed to heat the pipe and not the fitting so you need to make sure the fitting is hot enough before soldering.
The heads have no set screw so they can turn on you and have poor heat transfer.
The jaws don't lock closed so and it can take a lot of squeezing to make a connection.
Nice to know
First is it only comes with the 1/2" pipe jaws. If you are doing any other size they are a separate order.
If you are working with multiple sizes you will have to let it cool down to change heads.
Hardware stores now carry a snap connector for copper pipe in T's, elbows, couplings etc. You just push the pipe into the fitting and it locks there water tight. The fittings are in the $5.00 each range.


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The Antex Pipemaster Soldering Tool is designed to complement the torch in the tool kit of the plumbing contractor or home improvement enthusiast. With selectable heads, it can be used on all joints with fittings of 1/2, 3/8, or 3/4 inch. It is invaluable when working in areas where a blowlamp is a possible hazard or where access is limited (i.e. in roof spaces, under baths or basins, close to decoration or furnishings, near vehicles, etc.).Make no mistake; this is not a crimp tool limited to special fittings. The Pipemaster solders copper pipe in as little as 10 seconds with standard tin solders (not recommended for silver brazing).To make the most of your Pipemaster, make sure the copper pipe ends, and the inside of the couplings, are cleaned to a bright finish with wire wool. Liberally apply flux to all joint surfaces and position the Pipemaster heads so that a good contact is made all around the circumference of the pipe. Hold the Pipemaster heads about ? inch from the joint and allow the proper time to heat the joint, and then apply solder.Maintenance is restricted to regular cleaning after use, ensuring excellent results time after time. After use, always clean off heads with a nylon pad. The heads are removable for cleaning, storage or replacement with a different size.

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