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I've been trying to get hold of one of these for the last week or so for a customer. Almost every supplier that sells them don't have any at the moment. So far I've only come across two that did. One refunded after two days without any explanation. The other I placed an order with I've not had any update, I've called several times to be told they'll look into it and call me back, they never do. Anyone know of where I can source one please?

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We have 2 brand new cordless, battery powered press tools in stock, and flying off the shelves. Our TekTools TZ1930 & TZ1550 are packed with advanced features - these cordless press tools are engineered for speed, precision, and ease of use across various applications.

Just reply to this thread if you're interested and I can send you some more information!

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Hi I am trying to replace my bathroom tap with a new one, I am trying to remove the existing rusty flexible tap connectors from this bit of 22mm copper pipe.

But this thing is not budging at all its like its welded or super glued on, I am using some water pliers on both points here but its not loosening up and grip is not so great trying to do 2 water pliers and turning in opposite direction. I have installed flexible tap connectors before but never this tight.

Are these ??? parts the...

 

Plumbing tools are essential for anyone doing their plumbing job. We also have tool talk on the Tilers Forum here and we have Electricians tool chat here!

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• Alfster
• Dec 12, 2021

What's in YOUR toolbag? Please reply let us know and I'll compile a big list in the first post.

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Hi,
Can any plumbers recommend a good, reasonably priced inspection camera for use in waste pipes?
Thanks

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Hi All
Looking to purchase a press fit tool and considering many brands. I don’t do a lot of pipe work, so don’t need a heavy duty one. Hot works are becoming a thing of the past.
Any recommendations?

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Smart switch 1 gang 1 way{/b}

Hi, i’ve been trying to buy a smart switch 1 gang 1 way but i opened my conventional wall switch and i only have 1 red wire(Live Old UK) 1 black wire(Neutral Old UK) and 1 Green/Yellow(Earth Old UK) but the smart switches have another wire the Load wire, now i’m confused how does this work?

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Seems to be some flaws in the brass of this tap (faucet?). It has fine scribbly black lines crossing from the inner of the pipe to the outside. I guess that's why it still drips a bit even after a number of reseating attempts and many new different washers.
Is this something others have seen? It's a flaw in the casting or it's something that is kinda 'working' even now and will get worse?
How far down can I grind without creating bigger problems?

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Hi, I have a Hansgrohe T30 thermostatic cartridge (98282000) that I need to clean or replace, but I can't remove it. I've spent ages Googling this, but I just can't find the right tool to help - it's probably a custom Hansgrohe tool. Can anyone guide me? Thanks!

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Are ActivFlo water conditioners any good please UK?

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Hey all,

First post here, am an avid DIY'er and I'm putting in my mother-in-law's bathroom this weekend, this will be the 3rd bathroom that I've put in, however, I always get by with the poor tools that I have.

In your experience what would you say are essential tools?

I'm also looking to buy some welding tools, what would you suggest?

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I don't live near a city and need to figure out how many rods of 56% I need to solder 3" copper to copper and come copper to stainless steel. I thank you for your time.

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Hi guys
I have been asked to install a new electric shower at a property. The customer is saying her old one has no power. She has a combi boiler so can’t fit a power shower and the original shower only has a cold water feed.
I am looking at investing in a rothenburg flow cup.
Are they any good? Could you recommend anything else?
Cheers

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Anyone used the nylon guides eg

B1522PG Plastic Guide Set 15 & 22mm (Copper) - Bend it Now ​

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Hi everyone

Sorry for asking a daft question. What tool do I need to untighten this from my shower?

TIA

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Hi,

I recently opened the packaging of a new wood cutting semicircular cutter



for my Dewalt multicutter tool. As I was recycling the packaging, I came across this black piece of metal taped to the card in the packaging.




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After the plumber changed the expansion vessel, the boiler was leaking even worse leading it to being condemned. It is quite old, so I suspect it was on its last legs anyway. Still, he was banging it quite a lot, and I just wanted to check there was a good reason for him to do so. Thanks.

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Hi Chaps and Chapesses, just jumping over from the Sparky forum for some advice!

The short version is that I need a crash course in lead pipes, in Scotland, in private rental, in a listed flat, above a cafe. And here's why....

My good lady OH owns a place in Scotland which has been rented out ever since she foolishly decided to jump ship and move in with me down in the wilds of the West Country years ago. It's a 'upper villa' (what I'd refer to down south as a Maisonette) type property so...