Joining pipe is a daily task for most plumbers and in recent years many have been considering press fittings. Using this method, installers do not have to consider ‘hot works’ and pipes can be connected quickly and with minimal effort. To press the fittings a plumber will require a press tool.
These tools need to be substantial enough to power through the press quickly and light enough for one handed operation. Rothenberger’s ROMAX Compact III is 2.5kg (without press jaw) and at just over 34cm in length has been designed for use in constricted locations. It can press from 15mm to 35mm in copper and up to 40mm in plastic/MLP.
The company says the press cycle is achieved in around three seconds with a pressing force or 19kN. The tool features Constant Force Technology (CFT), to deliver constant pressing force over the complete pressing cycle. There is also a new Jaw Locking System designed to secure the jaws in place and enable users to attach and detach the press jaws with ease. The company suggests around 130 presses are possible with a 2.0Ah battery.
Data driven
Data acquisition is increasingly important across many areas of life and users of the ROMAX Compact III can also benefit from real-time data acquisition of relevant machine parameters and the creation of press protocols directly on site. Both can be achieved via the ROTHENBERGER App.
In fact, the ROMAX Compact III is ROTHENBERGER’s first smart press machine with Bluetooth connectivity. Via the ROTHENBERGER app, tool and smartphone can be connected, providing the user both machine and press data. Through the App the tool can also be locked.