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Tube ends are rounded in preparation for welding by new semiautomatic tool. Tubes that have been trimmed close to bend may be deformed by process. To restore roundness, out-of-round tube is opened, plug inserted, and crimper compresses tube into proper shape around plug.
Portable pipe cutting tool is used in areas of limited space. The pipe is clamped in the tool and then cut by a rotating cutter assembly that is internally connected to a drive shaft engaged in the chuck of a portable electric drill. The tool is held in a fixed position during the cutting operation.
Portable tool cleans and polishes the external surfaces of tubes and pipes without contaminating the interior areas with loose particles. The tool is driven by an electric drill and is connected to a vacuum source that removes debris resulting from the cleaning and polishing action.
Portable tool cleanly removes burrs that remain on tubing when it is cut. It restores the cut end to its original configuration, and carries away all chips and pieces. This tool is used in places of limited access where a larger tool could not be used.