Tools Every Plumber Needs
Pipe Cutters
A vital part of a plumber’s tool kit is pipe cutters for both plastic and copper pipework. We have a vast selection of options firstly let’s take a look at copper pipe cutters
Mini tube cutters are adjustable and designed ideally to be used on copper, brass, aluminium and light gauge steel pipe of sizes between 3mm and 22mm. The mini tube cutter is an alternative to using a hacksaw during the installation of pipework and avoids swarf entering any system which can cause lots of problems. Using this type of pipe cutter assures a square and even cut.
Pipe Bender
These are designed for professionally being able to bend copper pipe and light grade stainless steel tube. Multi benders come with the appropriate pipe guides to complete the action. The pipe bender is robust, lightweight, easy to use and portable.
Solder Torch and Gas
The quickfire Superfire 2 torch is designed with professional Plumbers in mind as well as heating and gas engineers but is also sufficient for air conditioning and refrigeration purposes along with mechanical engineers and even the DIY enthusiast.
The key features of the Superfire torch are:-
Solid cast body – durable, robust and comfortable to handle with Mapp gas.
Gas type – both Mapp and Propane gas can be used with this torch
Multi Direction – unlike cheaper torches the Superfire 2 torch can be used at any angle, even upside down and has an adjustable and consistent flame.
Consistent heat – high temperatures of up to 1,750 °C with Propane and 1,950 °C
Jet filtered – this means that you are not going to have a gas flow problem
Weight – the Superfire 2 torch weighs under 700g. if you spend a lot of your time soldering you do not want to handle an incredibly heavy torch.
Pipe size – the Superfire 2 torch and be used on copper pipework from 8mm up to 54mm.
Temperature concentration – the flame is adjustable with the turbine flame making the flame concentrated.
Spirit Levels
Sprit level has some amazing features like being able to be used on Ridge Tile, Brick Walls, Pipe Work, Coping Stone, Kerb Stone. The spirit levels come with a 10-year manufacturer’s guarantee for peace of mind. There are centimetres & inches markings on each side along as bubble levels. These are made of heavy-duty metal and rubber construction and has a measuring accuracy in normal position 0.029′ = 0.5mm/m.
Screwdrivers
No Home or toolbox is complete without a screwdriver whether it be an electrical mains tester screwdriver or a long reach screwdriver to a complete 9 piece set. Here we have them all!
Multi-purpose screwdriver which is for general use fits 3 sizes of screws and has a Phillips PH2 head type.
The long reach screwdriver which is manufactured by Monument Tools is magnetic making it ideal for working on boilers or toilet seats. It has a Phillips PH2 head and is 300mm long.
A mains tester screwdriver is a tool that is not only used by electricians but homeowners, plumbers and heating engineers. The mains tester screwdriver warns of any presence of voltage from 100 to 500 volts by a high visibility neon tube indicator.
Tape Measure
A tool kit is not a tool kit without a tape measure! It is a common measuring tool designed to measure a length of up to 5m / 16ft in either metric or imperial. Due to its handy size can be easily carried in a pocket or tool bag along with being clipped onto a belt whilst not being used. It is constructed of stiff curved metallic ribbon that can remain stiff and straight when extended which then retracts when realised.
Grips
Water Pump Plier grips available in both Monument and Rothenberger, they come in sizes 10” and 12” in the Monument range and 10” Rothenberger. These grips have a narrow jaw profile with an anti-slip action and self-locking. They are conformable to us with the non-slip handles.
Adjustable wade jaw grips are made from chrome polished steel and have a soft anti-slip material ensuring a comfortable and strong grip. This tool is extremely durable and the jaw configuration of the wrench results in a stronger contact point for stainability.
The Bahco Ergo slip joint water pump plier which we stock in 8” with a capacity of 51mm and the parallel jaws can be adjusted into 13 positions with fast adjustment by pressing the button on the side.
Radiator Drain Down Tools
There are many products out on the market for making draining down a radiator simple and without causing any mess or damage to carpet or flooring for professional plumbers & heating engineers along with homeowners removing radiators when painting and decorating a room.
Drain down hoses – by Rothenberger and Todays Tools. The Rothenberger is ten metres long and the Todays Tools one is fifteen meters long both are non-kink, made of rubber and designed for draining down Central Heating Systems along with Tanks and Vessels. It comes with Velcro straps for coiling when not in use.
Remember for all your plumbing tools and accessories look no further than the experts at Plumbing for Less. Call us on 0113 322 3140 or email sales@plumbingforless.co.uk
