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VEVOR 18V Pro Press Tool kit for copper pipe: features and specs
A cordless 18V electric press tool for 1/2 to 2-inch copper pipe, with six jaws, two 4Ah batteries, a charger and a case. What the VEVOR specs mean.
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The VEVOR 18V Pro Press Tool (model VEVOR-PT-18V-Pro) is a cordless hydraulic tool for joining copper pipe by crimping fittings instead of soldering them. The kit comes with jaws for six pipe sizes, two batteries, a charger and a carrying case. Here is what the listed specs mean.
What a press tool does
A press tool squeezes a fitting onto a pipe with a set of shaped jaws, forming a mechanical joint. Plumbers use this method as a flame-free alternative to soldering, which can be useful where an open flame is awkward. Press fittings are specific to the system and the pipe material, and the jaws must match the fitting profile, so follow the fitting maker's instructions and local plumbing codes.
Power and pressing time
VEVOR says the fully enclosed electric hydraulic system completes a crimp in 3 to 6 seconds, with 32 kN of stable output force. A kilonewton is a unit of force, and 32 kN is the figure to compare with other press tools' specifications. The tool presses copper pipe up to 2 inches. VEVOR notes that other kinds of tube need their own press jaws, bought separately.
What's in the kit
- 18V electric crimping tool
- Two 4.0Ah battery packs
- Fast charger (4A)
- Six crimping dies: 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1-1/4", 1-1/2" and 2"
- Carrying case
Having two batteries means one can charge while you work, which suits a full day on site.
Battery and display
VEVOR says a full charge from the 18V 4.0Ah battery lasts for over 350 crimps. An LED display shows real-time working status and remaining battery level. Actual run time depends on pipe size, temperature and battery age, since larger presses draw more energy.
Build and handling
The crimping head is forged steel that has been hardened and quenched, which the brand says gives it high mechanical strength. The straight-barrel body is slim enough to reach tight corners, such as between joists or behind a water heater. An ergonomic handle is meant to reduce hand fatigue, and a locking mechanism secures the jaws in place. The tool weighs about 13.2 lb (6 kg) and measures about 18.1 inches long, so it is a two-handed tool that is best checked for balance in a ceiling or crawl-space job.
Who it suits
It suits plumbers, renovators and handy homeowners who join copper pipe regularly and want to avoid soldering. Occasional users may find the setup larger than their needs.
What to check before you buy
- Fittings: confirm your fittings' profile matches the supplied jaws; the listing does not name a fitting standard.
- Pipe type: the kit is for copper; other tubing needs other jaws.
- Codes: check local plumbing rules and the fitting maker's approved tools.
- Space: measure the working space against the tool's 18.1-inch length.
- Batteries: check whether the battery is compatible with your other tools; it is VEVOR's own 18V pack.
- Servicing: read the manual on lubrication, jaw care and inspection.
The short version
- A cordless 18V hydraulic press tool for copper pipe from 1/2 to 2 inches.
- 32 kN output force; a press takes 3 to 6 seconds.
- Six jaws, two 4.0Ah batteries, charger and case included.
- Over 350 crimps per charge, per VEVOR, with an LED status display.
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