37 Degree Flaring Tool

[Tractor Seabee]

Has anyone out there found a flaring tool for JIC fittings that is under $50? I am tempted to try using my 45 degree tool. Any one tried that route?

Ron

 

[BHD]

I bought a nice Ridgid unit off of ebay, a few years back for about $30 If I am remembering correctly.

on ebay there are some new cheap sets for under $30

 

[City Farmer]

I ues the ridgid too. It wasn't under $50 but it flares .060 wall 1/2" like its nothing (steel)

 

[CalG]

Has anyone out there found a flaring tool for JIC fittings that is under $50? I am tempted to try using my 45 degree tool. Any one tried that route?

Ron

Use what you have. the cone will conform, just don't over work the tube end. Pay attention to get the cone size right!

What's the worst that could happen? A small leak? PRACTICE on a piece of scrap tubing. tighten it up well to a fitting. Shake it and pull on it. Take it apart and have a look.

I've used the "wrong angle", ad it's worked fine.

Or go on Ebay and see what comes along.