One of the most commonly used tools in the plumbing industry is brass pipe fittings, which can be used in a variety of different ways. The only way to make brass pipe fittings work for the job you are doing is by having the right tools to put them on correctly. Different fittings require different tools to install them and tighten them properly. Many inexperienced homeowners will not have access so such tools, which is why jobs involving brass pipe fittings should be left to professionals. The following are a few of the most commonly used tools in the installation and removal of Brass Pipe Fittings.
Adjustable Wrenches
One of the most common and cost effective tools used with brass pipe fittings is an adjustable wrench. An adjustable wrench will allow a plumber to use only one tool when putting on and taking off a pipe fitting. The wrench can be adjusted to nearly any size, which allows for convenience when working with pipe fittings. Be sure to avoid using the adjustable wrench on the actual pipe you are working on, because you could damage it irreparably. The pipe fitting can handle the force of the wrench because it is thicker and more resilient that the pipe.
Friction Clamps
Another commonly used tool that plumber’s use while working with pipe fittings is friction clamps. These clamps are used to hold the pipes you are working on in place while you are attaching various fittings to them. Friction clamps are used because they do not put much pressure on the weak pipe, which allows it to stay damage free during the brass fitting installation. These clamps are both very helpful and cost effective, which is great for a plumber who is on a tight budget.
Pipe Wrenches
For many plumbers, the number on tool that they use on just about any job is a pipe wrench. The pipe wrench allows the plumber to get a firm grip on the pipe or fitting they are trying to tighten. This firm grip allows them to torque down on the fitting. The more force they put behind tightening down the fitting, the less likely it is to leak or have problems in the future. There are many different sizes of pipe wrench, so you need to make sure that you get the right size before starting this job.
