So it's been nearly 3 years since this review. So far, no leaks. This tool was first used in my own bathroom and I have had no issues. I have used it in another 2 jobs and they are both leak free.

@vcolet2011

9 ай бұрын

Does it matter which fittings I use,the brand ? I just bought the icrimp INS316...What brand do you recommend for the fittings...

@dgkimpton

7 ай бұрын

This is a brilliant comment - longevity is always the hardest to test. Thanks for updating!

@slappypants69

4 ай бұрын

Thank God. Just got my bluefin model in. Looking forward to using it. I dovhave one question. What are the numbered circles at the bottom of the head of the tool?

@ynnaangel5824

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the update

The most honest and non biased video about manual crimping tool that I've ever found on KZread. Thank you so much mate. Cheers

This was extremely helpful and exactly what I needed to understand. Thank you for giving a legitimate real world review!

OMG this HAS TO BE one of my most favourite plumbing videos EVER!!! Cheers mate, well done!

I just bought this exact tool for building a green house with a pipe frame it nice to see real people doing real reviews thank you for being brave enough to show this with all it's faults very helpful and trustful..

150$ beats 2500$ every day of the week. Thanks for the review.

Thank you sir. I saw this on Amazon and wondered about it. Like you if I did this for a living I would invest in battery powered tool. But this makes more sense. Right now I solder or switch to cpvc. I helped my son-in-law (really did it all myself) and did it all in cpvc.

Thanks mate. This thing will be perfect for renos. Converting copper to pex so I don’t need to buy a $4000 tool and now I don’t have to risk welding near old and dry wood

@MrDmadness

3 жыл бұрын

That you called soldering welding tells me you shouldn't plumb

Thank you so much for your real review and we have more new products to choose☺

Thank you so much for a real true demonstration 👍🙏

What you should have done was to crimp those elbows on the copper pipe before you screwed them into the shower valve.For half inch copper pipe I usually cut a notch on the front of the studs for the copper pipe to rest in then I use protective plates (nail plates) onto the stud covering the copper pipes to guard the copper pipes from nails and screws so clearance isn't really an issue.Great video though,I was thinking about buying one of those crimping tools and after having watched your video I am convinced that the crimp tool works so as soon as I have some money saved up I am going to buy one.Thank you again for your video and God bless you and your family.P.S.,Nail plates are used for electrical wiring but I use them when I do plumping also because the nail plates work just as good at protecting copper pipes from nails and screws as the nail plates do at protecting electrical wire from nails and screws.

@MrDmadness

3 жыл бұрын

Copper and galvanized plates = electrolysis.

"...little bit just fell off." lol Love it!!

I like that conclusion haha it's good!

Just ordered the $130 version. Your Reno workflow is like most blokes - jump in and give it ago. Make me more confident move the garden tap.

Thank you for the vid it is helping a lot

Nice work!

What luck that screw hole just fell off! Great demonstration of the tool.

Thanks mate. Gives me a good idea watching u.

My concern would be in a tight spot like that the pipe would slip out of the fitting, you can’t hold in place because your using both hands to crimp. But yes you get what you pay for. Thanks for sharing

NICE TO SEE THIS IN USE!!... HOW DOES IT COMPARE TO OTHER BRANDS OF CRIMP TOOLS?!... I'D LIKETO INSPECT A SECTION IF 3/4" COPPER GOING TO AN OUTSIDE HOSE BIB, THAT SEEMS TO BE SUFFERING WITH CONSTRICTED FLOW... IF I GET TIS TOOL, I CAN EASILY DO THE REPAIR, WITHOUT THE TROUBLE OF SOLDERING ON PIPES FULL OF WATER, AND, SUCH....

“Just fell off”, lmao. Thx for the vid, just got this model for occasional use, looking forward to trying it out

Good job bro

Thank you!

Whats up guys I'm about to buy that crimping tool. Before that I wanted to hear POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE THOUGHTS from yall.. I will respond to the comments

I received an HT-1550 manual hydraulic press tool that I ordered and I pressed a section of 1/2" copper pipe in my basement that connects the hot water to my kitchen sink and I am amazed at how well the HT-1550 manual hydraulic press tool works.The HT-1550 manual hydraulic press tool is hefty,very powerful and can use standard press jaws.The HT-1550 manual hydraulic press tool works like a hydraulic jack,the press tool's ram releases once the press fitting has been pressed and what's more the HT-1550 hydraulic press tool has a lever that retracts the ram on the press tool in case the press tool has to be repositioned for any reason and the press tool head pivots to better position the tool for pressing.The HT-1550 cost me $356.00 with tax and shipping included.In my opinion the HT-1550 is worth every penny because unlike the press tool in the video the HT-1550 can press copper fittings much easier than the press tool presented in the video and uses standard press jaws.Unlike the press tool in the video the HT-1550 is not limited to just 1/2" to 1" copper pipe sizes.

@dustina6261

3 жыл бұрын

what was the name of that hydraulic press you used again? was it a HT something? I forgot or didnt see it enough in your post.... nice 'subliminal' ad tho

Well look it works" Thank you.

Great tool 👍👍👍👍👍

This is perfect for a home DIYer. If you’re a professional plumber, break down and buy the Milwaukee M12. Very quick, clean and can get into tight spots. 2k seems like a lot upfront, but over time, you’ll realize it’s one the best purchases you’ve ever made. Your #1 cost is labor and the faster you get in and out of there , the quicker you can get on to the next job. Edit: I guess it depends in the size of the jobs as well. Onesie-twosie jobs, the manual tool all the way. If you have a ton of connections, electric for sure. Unless you really want that butterfly workout while you’re at work. The last upside to this tool is, once the customers see you pull this tool out, you may not know jack s#!t, but you’re a 100% bonafide professional in their eyes. 😆 Very good review, BTW!

@StilettoSniper

2 жыл бұрын

So I am a home DIYer and I can tell you this tool is not worth it from first hand experience. First off, it is extremely unwieldy, and unless you are working in pretty wide open spaces with both feet on the floor, you simply can't use it. Not just the huge head size, but also the room it takes to operate the tool. In half the cases where I needed to use this tool, I id not have enough clearance to be able to close the jaws around the fitting. Secondly, the quality of the dies is substandard IMHO, it really butchers up the fittings, you can see what I mean in this video. And finally, the physical effort is a BITCH with 3/4" copper and up. You will need to extend the full length of the handles to crimp those sizes. Try it when you are standing on a ladder working on overhead connections! In all honesty, I would much rather solder the fittings rather than struggle with this contraption. Bottom line if you are a serious DIYer and need to perform work where you cannot simply solder the fitting directly, do yourself a HUGE favor and rent a real tool, like the Milwaukee M12 or the Ridgid 241, that is compact and is designed to get into tight places and crimp the fittings properly. You will be so, so glad you did instead of wrestling with this manual tool. I rented the Ridgid several times that I liked it so much I purchased the tool for my home and my rental properties. Hope this helps someone considering the iCrimp, mine was returned to Amazon.

Great review. Thanks

Great video mate. I wondered how they worked. I mean yeah works ok I guess but I’d rather solder. Doesn’t take that long to solder providing you got the heat. Map gas can be ok rather use oxy & propane ya laughing. I’d rather not risk it but I’d use it to run like an air line say in ya shed so ya not pulling ya compressor out. So then just plug your air hose for like pumping tyers ect into the wall connection. I wouldn’t care if it leaked a bit.

Good review...finally. but you seem to be using alot of energy crimping 15mm copper. Would you concider it too difficult to do 20 -25 sizes on a semi frequently , or would you reconcider hiring a battery tool?

@nelsonechevarria7009

4 жыл бұрын

That's why the handles on the tool are extendable,if you don't extend the tools' handles then of course you will need to exert more force to get the needed leverage.The tool is intended for casual use,not mass production.As a home owner I like to do my own repairs and the tool in the video can serve my purposes and save me some money.I am adept at soldering copper pipe but there are and have been times when I would have preferred crimping over soldering.I have half inch water lines and three quarter inch and one inch heating pipes here in my house so the crimping tool would suit my repair needs well as far as copper pipe repairs go.

@jprenos977

4 жыл бұрын

I have used the tool on a few more jobs and can add that 19mm copper is no more difficult to crimp, takes about the same amount of force. Not tried on anything larger as if I need to go any bigger I tend to convert to poly pipes. Although I completed this bathroom using the iCrimp exclusively my most recent job I did have to use a battery press tool as most of the plumbing was under the house with no space to operate the iCrimp. Required workspace is it's only recurring limitation.

@nelsonechevarria7009

4 жыл бұрын

@@jprenos977 You could buy an HT-1550 hydraulic pipe crimping tool.I bought one that can press 1/2" to 1" copper pipe and the tool can use standard press jaws as well. www.aliexpress.com/item/32844011203.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.526f4c4dTtigqq The tool costs more than the tool in the video but it's well worth it to me because the tool retracts when the joint is pressed.I paid about $356.00 which included the shipping and the tax and I received the tool in less than a week after placing the order.

@gr8dvd

3 жыл бұрын

@@nelsonechevarria7009 Cool but ‘no longer available’ (Mar 2021).

Struth it works!

hey mate , does this work on T fittings too ?

I paid $150 on Amazon!

Hello mate, thanks for demonstration. Now after 2 years have you had any leaks or any problems? Find any further pros or cons? Thanks in advance.

@genehunsinger3981

2 жыл бұрын

I see the "POSTER" was speedy in his reply.Call em a TOSSER and be done with it then! And! Dont forget where to tell him where to sod himself,,,,,Lastly,what you think of "is Mum".....LOLBet all that would get a response,,,,

I wish we really knew the long term durability of all the new plumbing connection methods - propress, shark bite type fittings, and the different types of pex (crimp ring and that sort of expanding sleeve thing...). There are 100+ year old soldered copper pipe installations all over the place that are not leaking yet... The problem with soldering for DIYers is that it requires some skill that is really hard to develop if you don't do it very often. Nevertheless I think I'll stick with a torch for now.

@StilettoSniper

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I am comfortable with soldering as well when it is possible. But I have to say, for repairs on a wet system, Propress really shines.

@russelmuldowney8736

7 ай бұрын

@@StilettoSniperthis is the truth. Last week I was in someone's bathroom. Torch in one hand, air compressor in the other. I don't think it looked tooo good from the homeowners perspective. I like to just keep repeating "we'll get it" every time they poke their head in to the bathroom.

What is your static water pressure?

Is the i01 the same as half inch?

So have ya made the connection? Sharkbite is like a Vega fitting. But without the $1500 tool. Lol. Many a commercial plumbers have tried to explain the difference. So the door is cracked. But at the heart of it. A neoprene rubber o ring. Seals the water. And propress can not under any circumstances be twisted or adjusted after it’s set. Good luck. It’s the most expensive way to do copper. And from a service tech that knows how long this will last. I am so glad I never bought into it. My business would have failed 14 years ago. Great video and explanation tho. Just not the product I would ever take seriously. 24 year service tech. Not new work.

@timejumper8003

3 жыл бұрын

Job security my friend years from now there will be lots of work!!

@michaeless658

3 жыл бұрын

I watched other video where a water heater is replaced in 20 minutes. The problem of water in the line is solved with propress fittings.

@StilettoSniper

2 жыл бұрын

Sharkbites are NOT manufactured by Viega.

@pjplumber2146

2 жыл бұрын

@@StilettoSniper no duh. “It’s like”. Means similar. Did you read the rest of the explanation?

thanks for the video, I’ve been wondering how to get into propress under $2k-3k.

@StilettoSniper

2 жыл бұрын

Shop around, wait for a sale. I got one earlier this year for under $1500. Or buy one used, but be very careful it hasn't been damaged or is worn out and needs maintenance.

Я ничего не понимаю, что ты говоришь, но ты молодец!

How much does that cost

Thanks for the video! It helped me to make the decision, not to buy it. Solves one problems but creates another. Will keep saving for battery version.

@StilettoSniper

2 жыл бұрын

You are a very smart person!

Hello,friend. I am a seller on Amazon selling copper tube crimping tool. And we are looking for reviewers in the USA. Your video are fabulous, and you are exactly the reviewer we are looking for. Free sample will be provided for you to test. May I contact you further about the detail?

Apparently you can use these on gas pipes.

@gpastuzyn91

3 жыл бұрын

Needs the mega press

Hola for air codition

Thanks for sharing, I don't know if you realized when squeezing the handles you exerted considerable lateral force on the press fitting and copper pipe. My personal evaluation that this twisting is unacceptable and together with access limitations I have decided not to purchase one. The cheapest battery powered plumbing press tool I found was $1900 with Jaws, outside my pride bracket. Although your iCrimp tool for $399 is considerably cheaper I decided to look further. I finally found a more affordably plumbers power press tool from Auston Tools, its a 240vac version similar to the milwaukee m18 press tool with 32Kn crimp force unlike the iCrimp with only 19Kn. The CZ-1550-Skin with Copper Pipe Jaws-2D (15, 20mm) costs $849, just over twice the price you paid but its future proof. And, with a little ingenuity add a dc to ac inverter for $85 plus a ride-on mower battery, there is your total portability.

@robertmccall9773

2 жыл бұрын

Vevor has this tool for 89$ us cash. Just so you know..

@genehunsinger3981

2 жыл бұрын

EDNA you ol tightwad,,,how are ya?I see you are still bloviating,,,,,,like you are a pro.You are,just not at at this.,,,we know darling.Did you get sued for that last "hack" you did.(that'll never work right again,,,EDDNA-do you agree?)WELP! We must go,,,to greener pastures.

@Halakah7

Жыл бұрын

@@robertmccall9773 Not seeing it, Vevor only sells manual & hydraulic versions...

Still leak free? Thinking about buying this tool.

@robertmccall9773

2 жыл бұрын

Vevor has this tool for 89$us

@keeleypage9659

2 жыл бұрын

Yep. Still leak free. Our daughters bedroom is on the other side of the wall so we would have seen signs. All good 👍

Thought you were supposed to clean the pipes first???

@StilettoSniper

2 жыл бұрын

You are 100% correct.

Vevor has this tool for 89$ us I just ordered mine

@normaal4663

2 жыл бұрын

May i ask , how is your Vevor doing?

This is more expensive and takes longer than soldering. If you want to press buy the proper tool and it's fast and awesome, I used this tool on 1 joint.. nope.

@StilettoSniper

2 жыл бұрын

After trying the same tool, I agree 100%. I could only use it in a couple of situations where there was a lot of clearance. If you really must use Propress, rent (or buy if you can afford it) the proper tool. Or just solder the damn thing in the first place, it is not THAT hard.

the people selling the motorized versions have a great scam going on lol. I could buy multiple Jaws of life tools and outsource my services as rescue assistance lol

No Mamelles asta te saco La Niña que traes dentro😂😂😂😂😂

This guy dont know what he's doing👎👎👎👎👎

Just fell off huh?

Sorry I would not trust his work