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✔ The following is a list of plumbing tools list that are essential for carrying out plumbing work. Plumbers use a wide array of tools, ranging from hammers to measuring tapes.
✔ Some plumbing tools crucial for a plumber to have nearby in case of any unforeseen circumstances are given below.
1. Plumbing Tools List
Here is the plumbing tools list with images and uses:
Names | Images | Uses |
1. Copper Tube Cutter | ![]() |
Used to cut pipe. |
2. Water Pump Pliers | ![]() |
Used to tighten and secure grip on nuts and bolts. |
3. Air Testing U Gauge Kit | ![]() |
Used to test drains and sewers. |
4. Solder Capillary Lead-Free Wire | ![]() |
Used to produce perfect joints quickly and effectively. |
5. PVC Pipe Cement | ![]() |
Used for an airtight, leak-proof bond and PVC repairs. |
6. Pipe Sealing Cord | ![]() |
Used for sealing pipe threads, lubricating threaded connections, and preventing seizing during disassembly. |
7. PTFE Tape | ![]() |
Used for sealing pipe threads. |
8. Super Fire 2 Torch | ![]() |
Used for soldering and brazing. |
9. Plastic Pipe Cutter | ![]() |
Used for cutting plastic pipes. |
10. Flux Brush | ![]() |
Used for a variety of purposes such as applying acid, glue, paste, soldering, touch-ups, dusting, and other general-purpose tasks. |
11. Silicone Lubricant Grease | ![]() |
Used to lubricate and prevent corrosion on valve stems, faucets, ballcock linkages, etc. |
12. Drain Test Plug | ![]() |
Drainage plugs are designed to test the integrity of pipes and identify leaks or blockages under high pressure. |
13. Hacksaw | ![]() |
Used for cutting thin metal such as plastic, aluminum, brass, steel, or copper. |
14. Pliers | ![]() |
Used for gripping and holding firm objects. |
15. Pipe wrench | ![]() |
Used for tightening and loosening the threaded pipe joints. |
16. Snake Machine | ![]() |
Used to dislodge clogs in plumbing. |
17. Borescope | ![]() |
A commonly used device for examining pipes and sewer lines is a borescope camera. |
18. Crimpers | ![]() |
Crimping tools compress crimp rings for leak-free fittings. |
19. Gloves | ![]() |
Used to protect hands against cold or heat, damage by friction, abrasion or chemicals, and disease. |
20. Faucet Key | ![]() |
This device has been created to open up stubborn and secure sillcocks and hose bibs. |
21. Plungers | ![]() |
Used to clear blockages in drains and pipes. |
22. Hand Auger | ![]() |
Used to carry out a range of shallow digging necessary in obtaining soil samples, making postholes, etc. |
23. Goggles | ![]() |
Used to shield the eyes against liquid or chemical splash, irritating mists. |
24. Heat Shields/Pads | ![]() |
Used to protect objects from overheating. |
25. Stubby screwdriver | ![]() |
Used to facilitate access to screws located in areas that cannot be reached easily by a regular screwdriver. |
26. Drain Auger | ![]() |
Used for removing clogs and obstructions from a drain. |
27. Adjustable 2 Jaw Basin Wrench | ![]() |
Used in tightening or loosening nuts in awkward positions, particularly those underneath basins or baths. |
28. Adjustable Wrench: Extra Wide Jaws | ![]() |
This device serves the purpose of either tightening or loosening nuts and bolts. |
29. Replacement Radiator Bracket | ![]() |
Used to fix your existing radiators to the floor or wall securely. |
30. Standard U-Gauge Manometer | ![]() |
This tool is frequently utilized to test the gas pipework’s tightness. |
31. Universal Drain Clearing Rod Set | ![]() |
This device is intended to efficiently remove obstructions from standard 100mm (4in) subterranean drainage pipes commonly present in residential properties. |
32. Contract Air Duster ( canned air ) | ![]() |
Used to provide a pressurized blast, knocking loose dust and dirt. |
33. High-Pressure Propane Regulator | ![]() |
This equipment is often used for a variety of purposes including blown-air heaters, grain drying, blowtorches, furnaces, outdoor catering, and similar applications. |
34. Abrasive Mini Strips | ![]() |
Used for roughing up, deburring, and removing paint and oxides from copper pipe and fittings before soldering. |
35. Butane Propane Gas Cartridge | ![]() |
Gas cartridges containing butane and propane are utilized for soldering, thawing, and bending metal and plastic. |
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Verified Article By Er. Madhu Krishna Poudel |