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How do you use a pipe expander?

Published in Pipe Fitting Tools 1 min read

To use a pipe expander, you twist it clockwise with a ratchet to expand the pipe. Leverage may be required.

Here's a breakdown based on the reference provided:

  1. Insertion: The pipe expander is inserted into the pipe that needs to be expanded.
  2. Expansion: To expand the pipe, twist the expander clockwise.
  3. Tool Use: A ratchet is commonly used to turn the expander.
  4. Leverage: Expanding a pipe often requires a good bit of leverage.