Pipe crimper for Copper 1/2-1" and F877 Stainless PEX Press Sleeves 1/2-1"

This is the best mechanical press tool that I've found. Some of the others have a J hook that needs to wrap around the pipe and fitting which can be to tight with limited space. This took has jaws identical to powered pro press tools so you can get it where you need. I had no problems making crimps on copper and stainless PEX caps. I would highly recommend this tool and for a few extra bucks you might as well cover your bases with both options of material. The final presses on copper take some force but be aware that when doing the stainless on PEX you don't need to use the same pressure. Make sure you stop a little before so you don't over crimp a fitting. Otherwise a great tool and easy to use. Common sense and some maneuvering and this is the perfect press tool for occasional use. Of course it won't replace a powered press tool for daily use.

Str8t out the box I just went for it. From the first press to the last this hydraulic functioned flawlessly.

The auto tool cost $2300. Unless you’re doing plumbing all day this is perfect for a landlord just keeping things working

This review is to provide an experience that is counter to some of what I read before buying the product. I almost did not purchase this based on those reviews. In my experience: * This tool works on all of the fittings I tried, including T-fittings. (Unlike previous reviewers, I experienced no difficulty with T-fittings.) * It is easy to use. The instructions are not great, but the whole thing was fairly intuitive. * It is fatiguing after a short while. You may not want to take on a large project with a manual press. * It is not a perfect replacement for the much more expensive electric versions of this tool. It does not fit into tight spaces as well, it takes more setup, and it is considerably slower. In short, press fittings are game changing. This tool is a relatively affordable way to tackle small jobs using press fittings.

Takes a little muscle but it’s a good tool. using it for external connections but after seeing how well it binds the copper I would feel comfortable with in wall installation. Definitely do not feel that way about shark bite style. I replaced a fitting on a line that wouldn’t quite shut off and it sealed up no problem. The only reason I give it 4 is because it’s a little tiring when having to pump and hold above my head, I can see why the power tool version is better but the cost difference is ludicrous. If you are a weekend warrior plumber this is for you. If you are a pro, go for the powered version.

This is it, the reveiw i have been litteraly working for. My company only has 2 press guns and the other part time plumber isnt quite fond of shareing. 2 years ago i got the GC1 but its limited to certain areas it can press. Fastfoward late 2022, im on a big job, lots of tite space plumbing to be done. I find this beauty also by IBOSAD and i get excited as i love the build quality of the tools. Not only do the jaws preform better then the latch head, but this kit has the dyes for the viega pureflow! For me i can litteraly do everything now in press AND pex. As i show in my pictures it has little problems working in tight or restricted spaces. However after letting a co worker use it and him pumping it as hard as he could repeatedly despite my instructions, it blew a seal. I measaged IBOSAD for help and without question they are sending a new pump body! Truly on par with ridgid but for 5% of the price and no hasle. I cant recomend this enough, as not to metion but the included pipe cutters are made from aluminium. Not plastic like some of the pro brand stuff i have. The pex cutters cut like a hot knife through butter and the copper cutter is actually my faveroite for regular cutting. Overall this HT1950 knocks it clean out of the park. One of the best purchaces ive made to date, seriously, get one.

It fits the short side of a T, it is easy to pump, not to heavy able to hold above chest while on a ladder and pump. This is the right one. The one with the hose, no good - to heavy ... requires two people. Doesn't store in the case without taking it apart. But every time you take it apart you loose a little of the oil. BAD design. The one with the big non-detachable head does NOT fit the short T ... a VERY important connection. This unit with the detachable head by IBOSAD is the right one. AND it does BOTH the copper and plastic compression fittings. AND at a fair price.

I used this tool for the first time yesterday on a pinhole leak. I would have easily spent at least as much to have a plumber do the exact same job. It took me all of 15 minutes on a weekend, and I didn't need to call anyone or wait for anyone to come out. And, no flames necessary. I've sweated pipes before, and while I can do it, the prospect of firing up a MAPP torch near a joist always gives me a little pause. The cases where I'll opt to use a torch should be reduced to a bare minimum, if not eliminated completely. I didn't have any of the issues other users reported. I used Viega fittings that I picked up off-the-shelf at Home Depot. The tool came right off when done. I didn't find it to be onerously heavy for overhead work. [update] Used for the 3rd time last night in 2 years. Discovered a leak and repaired it in less than an hour. Every homeowner should have one of these and a bag of slip on couplers for spot repairs. Will definitely make sure each of my kids gets one when they get a house.

it can do the job ok .. handy to have it around for small job.

Good piece of kit saves all that soldering much quicker

The picture shows what looks to be a 15ml pipe but that attachment isn't included