Ridgid Flaring Tools

HIGHLIGHTS:

The Ridgid Flaring Tools lineup covers a range of precision flaring tools for producing accurate, reliable flares on tubing across various materials and sizes. The range includes the 458-R and 458MM ratcheting flaring tools for steel, stainless steel, hard copper, and brass tubing, the 345 and 345-DL for 45° flares in soft copper, brass, aluminum, and mild steel tubing, and the 345/150 kit, which combines the 345 flaring tool with the Ridgid #150 Tubing Cutter for a complete flaring solution.

FEATURES — 458-R & 458MM:

• Flares Steel, Stainless Steel, Hard Copper & Brass Tubing – Through a wall thickness of 0.035" (0.9mm).
• Easy to Use – Ratcheting handle reduces effort required, especially in confined areas.
• Quick Set-Up – Improves productivity on the job.
• Durable – Eccentrically mounted, hardened steel flaring cone.
• Smooth Flares – Handle clutch releases when flare is complete to iron and smooth the flare.

FEATURES — 345 & 345-DL:

• Precision 45° Flaring – Model 345 is a precision-designed tool for producing 45° flares in soft copper, brass, aluminum, and mild steel tubing.
• Hardened, Smooth Cone – Provides fast 45° flares, either single or double lap.
• Single Clamp Screw – Allows easy clamping and removal of tubing.

FEATURES — 345/150 Kit:

• Hardened, Smooth Cone – Quickly makes either single or double lap flares.
• Single Clamp Screw – Allows easy clamping and removal of tubing.
• Double Flare Adapters – Required for double flares; sold separately.
• 45° SAE Flare Sizes – 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 5/8".
• Constant Swing Radius Design – Suited for tight space applications.
• Large, Ergonomic Knob – Provides a firm grip for easy cutting.
• Enclosed Feed Screw – Eliminates clogging and jamming.
• Grooved Rollers – Ideal for close-to-flare cuts.
• Fold-Away Reamer – Provides proper tube preparation.

APPLICATIONS:

• Flaring steel, stainless steel, hard copper, and brass tubing (458-R, 458MM)
• 45° flaring of soft copper, brass, aluminum, and mild steel tubing (345, 345-DL)
• Combined tube cutting and flaring operations (345/150 kit)
• HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing installation work