waterproof sand paper is damn expensive now a days. love this tool. i recommend to any service plumber that lives in a crawl space. changing hose bibs is a gold mine

Years ago I worked at a company that used power crimpers (Panduit) for copper cable lugs and then I saw the crimper you used in my basement when my water heater was replaced... I immediately saw the correlation between them. Quick, neat, time saving.... the best way to go.

What you across the Atlantic call Propress and what we call Pressfit over here has actually been around for 50 years or so. What's new is the technology that's used to press the fittings. We have M press fittings which are mainly Yorkshire XPress and V press which are mainly Conex Banninger fittings. My press gun is a Rothenberger Romax 4000 which uses Metabo 18v batteries that can also be used in my cordless Metabo tools. Pressfit is brilliant, but does have it's drawbacks in that it's not easy to get the jaws into tight spaces. Viega make a pressfit gun that has right angled jaws which are great for tight spaces.

Crazy easy. This is incredible. Thanks for the video

Propress is really a game changer.

The good part I liked about your presentation is the fact you stated the working pressure limitations for the fittings. What I would have like to have heard more of is the working weight of the tool. The old Rigid corded tool weighed a ton. These battery operated tools are much lighter, but I think might be a bit weaker on the pressing. Veiga and Milwaukee makes one for steel, (Mega Press). I was wondering if you knew, if the heads for the Megapress tool, would accept Propress crisper heads where you could get the stronger tool and just swap heads so that you would only have to buy the crimped heads. Also, what are the temperature limitations for the fittings, glycol mix, steam temperatures...

Always clean and de bur your pipe. The o ring inside the fittings needs to be on clean copper. A big burr can cut it when pipe is inserted.

@sloppyjonuts9162

2 жыл бұрын

Could this be done on stub outs???? I don’t want to braze all day. What about reaming of the pipe?

@walterbrunswick

2 жыл бұрын

Deburr/ream yes, but do NOT clean/sand the pipe; the O-ring is supposed to seal on a perfectly round surface, not one with a bunch of scratches on it!!

I have this tool and I love it. This is great and not to expensive, it does a amazing job but I would never use that brass male adapter for gas services

@andrewrodriguez8492

10 ай бұрын

Any idea how fast the m12 press tool presses pex? I want to give this to my dad as he does a lot of pex installs and remodels also.

God damnit, I want/need one of those so f!@#$ing badly. Found a few locally around 800.00. I do property management in old, beat up college housing rentals. I end up in the craziest places....where plumbing should never have been installed in the first place. Eh - that's life. Great, quick, straightforward vid. I'm seeing a few local ad listings for used 2773-22 kits around 800.00. Total steal, it seems. I've got the M18 batts already. Thanks!

Propress has saved me multiple times when there's still water in the pipes.

Does Milwaukee make a power pipe wrench. It would tighten or loosen pipe but without 2 wrenches

Thanks.🙏

Can you use these for Hvac copper tubing?

Can you get heads for pex and black iron for this tool?

Quick question will this tool only work on viega fittings?

Hello. So no sanding even if pipe is old? Just rinse and go?

Can I use it for viega. Fittings

People dont realize unforeseen reasons us plumbers don't like to use oxy braising .its not the time or effort it takes. Its the ticking time bomb we store in the back of our vehicles that can explode if cylinders leak. Im all for these types of press tools. The gas fittings have yellow Oring, water usually black.

@RFSpartan

2 ай бұрын

Of course this would be your excuse. The poor homeowner then has to rely on a O-ring not to fail and it generates money for you once it does.

If you do have to braze near a pressed fitting you need to be 10” away snd wet like a txv

Will the Milwaukee pex heads work on that milwaukee gun.

Do these also do gas fittings from black iron? I know they're different jaws but is it capable?

@nickbush8886

Жыл бұрын

Yes they are. Mega press jaws

Picked one off offer up for $900. Only got a couple miles on it

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

Nice find👍

I always put a peice of white bread to stop water long enough to get a valve in the let it flush out

you have any more info on the gas fittings?

@PlumbingPartsPro

5 жыл бұрын

I am currently working on a gas demonstration, Subscribe and stay tuned. Thanks for watching.

@kirsch1616

5 жыл бұрын

Spottin_Nickels I can tell you that I’ve been using them for a few months now when necessary and they work!

Will they ever make a brushless version of the m12 press tool?

@wickedleeloopy2115

3 жыл бұрын

I believe rigid rp 240 241 are brushless

@beefcurrywithrice

3 жыл бұрын

@@wickedleeloopy2115 I just looked it up, I don't think so.

Are the M12 jaws compatible with the M18 system?

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately they are not. This system works really well. We even just ran a 1 inch gas line with it. Only advantage of the M18 I see is it will do larger sizes above 1 1/4" and also does steel mega press

Is this tool able to press refrigerant piping?

@PhreeLark

3 жыл бұрын

That's what I want to know

Is there fittings available that are pro-press to PEX A?

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

I checked with Viega, and I found the propress x Pex B but I didn't see Pex A. I'm sure it's available through one of the vendors like Nibco or an import but as of now not Viega

Does this work for pex rings as well?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

This particular model does not. The M18 ( next step up) will. It also works on steel pipe called mega press. These all take a separate jaw not included in the kit.

not so fast, I bought 2 of them and both units will not cut 1/2" m copper tube. Aske the Milwaukee rep about it and 3 weeks have gone by and no answer? I need tools that work every time

Is there one tool that can do copper as well as pex ?

@mrbranson73

Жыл бұрын

This one

Man thanks for showing us that crimper man that thing didn't nice job excellent thanks for showing ua this thing in action

U should hold the pipe gently pushing in while crimping. Otherwise might come out

it be nice of you could interchange the jaws to be able to press pex and also the press fittings

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I agree, but only the M18 version will do all the jaws

@mexinumba1

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro so there is one that will interchange the jaws?

@mexinumba1

2 жыл бұрын

what is the model number?

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

amzn.to/3GZy9Zv. I have a review dropping next on the m18. Subscribe

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

Next week

Can you get a pex crimper bit for 1/2"

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

This model does not support the pex jaws for some reason. You would have to upgrade to the M18 model or buy a separate pex version only.

@elnicadrums

4 жыл бұрын

they are coming out with pex jaws for m12 and m18 next month on Feb

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

@@elnicadrums that's great to hear. I haven't heard that yet.

do they still sell the gas approved fittings?

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

Yes they are still available. It comes in copper and galvanisteel for mega press

I ll never go back

No more dust!

How do you know when to take finger off of trigger?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

2 to 3 seconds to initiate the machine and then it cycles itself and crimps.

@mr.williams7911

3 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro so it shuts off once it crimps?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

Correct. Once the crimp completes it cuts off automatic

It's not just difference in cost only in tool. Fittings are also more expensive. One for 10 £ and I can get 4 of the same for 2£. And... They are V jaws or? I saw also other systems for copper. Its also press but not V jaws...

Can you buy one tool and just buy multiple sets of jaws, say for pex, copper and gas lines?

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

The m18 version will accommodate more.

Does this tool have pex crimp jaws now ? Or just copper and the mega press jaws for gas?

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

So it's my understanding this m12 version only does copper. The m18 will do all of it. There is also a specific pex only version in th m12 that's a considerable amount cheaper like 699.00. Not sure why they didn't incorporate pet in this version. The m12 is not strong enough for mega press

I don't understand how I own drill& driver , circular & recip-saw .A light & hammer drill . And the total amount spent is still not as expencive as a press tool kit! Prices are literally rediculas. Not saying it's not a good tool but my GOD $$$$

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

I agree they are very expensive. Maybe they will come down after a few years like when Flat Screen TVs came out and were $3000 now $500

@tracynshea1333

4 жыл бұрын

You need to learn how to spell! Js

@LEGENDSOFTHEPAST316

4 жыл бұрын

Seriously! Its about the same amount of material/parts as milwaukee drill and costs 10x more 😫

@bigpapa2689

3 ай бұрын

A shop vac is a whole lot cheaper

Does Milwaukee have 1/4 - 3/8 jaws as well??

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

I know there is smaller jaws in production and coming soon for refrigeration lines.

@amirbashiri6535

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro Do you think is possible to use Rothenberger’s small jaws with Milwaukee press tool sir??

The future is now old man

@RFSpartan

2 ай бұрын

Yeah an O-Ring is the future... Future for you crooks taking advantage of home owners cause you know they will fail.

What is the model #?

@PlumbingPartsPro

5 жыл бұрын

Here is the Milwaukee 2473-22 M12 Press tool, A must for every plumber. Check it out here------amzn.to/2VeVX3O

Crimp it AND solder it just for kicks.

They need to drop the price. I’m refrigeration no braze no nitro it’s a no brainer

Price tool??

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

There's a link in the description. Usually 1800-2200

Copper for gas NG lines...??? Atmos will disconnect your service if you have copper lines....has this changed???

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

Apparently it depends on your local code. For many years, I saw flared copper lines to fixtures like water heaters etc... and we always told the customer its was not up to code and would update with black iron or an AGA approved gas connector depending on length. Now they approve copper sweat (providing its silver brazed) or copper press in our area. I guess it depends on the inspector

@johnnyteague3407

4 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro my neighbor works for Atmos energy and if u can because u smell gas and the find copper they shut you off .

when the price goes down under $300 I might get one.

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

Unlikely, I agree it is Very expensive and I was one of the later guys to buy one, however it comes in very handy. Putting in water heaters and hose bibbs without having to carry an acetylene torch in an attic or crawl space under a house does wonders.

@antonio11034

2 жыл бұрын

Bro it’s like 1500 the cheapest anywhere I look lmao you’ll be waiting a couple years for that price

I want to rob a plumber store and get one.

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

👮‍♂️👮‍♂️🚨🚨🚔🚔 good luck

As far as the press tool it's the one method where there is no way of taking off and substituting another fitting

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

This is true. I never thought about that

@richarde6654

Жыл бұрын

Use a bandsaw and cut right behind the old press fitting 👍🏼

Good luck using a press tool where I live. Twenty or greater years on well water. Not going to happen!

Its 2k??? Dammm..Great tool but this diy homeowner cant justify it.. Bummer

The power of Marketing!!! What happened to the compression fittings, are they no good any more? And guess what you do not need that expensive tool. Or is it a for plumbers to charge more for their work by impressing clients with their EXPENSIVE tools to justify the final price. Also another way to discourage DIYers from doing simple repairs because they don't have the proper tools... MARKETING, MARKETING , MARKETING IS THE EQUIVALENT OF LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION in real estate

definitely too expensive for a diyer, only for the trades.

Lmao, solder flux and sandpaper are getting expensive, so that’s the reason you should buy a $3000 press tool.😂

Pro press is easy but every single joint will leak in 15-20 years

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

🤷 who knows. Hasn't been around long enough to find out I guess.

@semmitnemfogadel

Жыл бұрын

I have been using viega copper and plastic press systems for 23 years. The dimensions have not changed, and neither has the tool. You can work with it quickly and safely, there is no need to deal with fire protection. There was a leak in 23 years, but there too a rubber sealing ring broke at the joint, it was just an installation error. But other than that, there was never a leak. I welcome you from Hungary

Why is this tool $1000?

@PlumbingPartsPro

4 жыл бұрын

🤔 not really sure. The next model up is over $2000 however it's a very handy tool. If you work with a lot of copper piping it will pay for itself by saving time. Very similar to running steel gas piping and threading each joint and now people using flexible CSST or copper.

@SpYucaipaSoCal

3 жыл бұрын

It’s not its closer to $2000 and worth every penny

Ridgid makes better ProPress

@PlumbingPartsPro

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Tell us why you think so and what features Ridgid has over Milwaukee

@phoenixrises1982

2 жыл бұрын

@@PlumbingPartsPro I’ve used both and Ridgid ProPress to me feels like it’s made of better material and craftsmanship is better. In the long run I don’t think Milwaukee would last as long as Ridgid. When it was time to buy a ProPress I gave my hard earned money to Ridgid and honestly I didn’t even consider Milwaukee. Just my $0.02

Compression fittings inside walls? No, thanks.

@PlumbingPartsPro

3 жыл бұрын

I feel like it's better than a shark bite for sure and very similar to crimped pex which has been used for a couple decades now

So.... they are selling the tool plus fittings? I just want the tool that works with normal pipes 😉 Fancy useless tool 😉

That's just lazy plumbers have all kinds of pipe cutters so why do they need this?

@PlumbingPartsPro

Жыл бұрын

There's all kinds of tools to make things easier or more efficient for plumbers. It can be said that going from cast iron pipe to pvc could be lazy, or galvanized piping to Pex or using a drill instead of a screwdriver. As time passes and technology grows inventions are made to make things more efficient.