Flaring & Swaging Tools for Refrigerant Copper Pipework

Flaring tools, swaging tools, and tube expanders for making clean, leak-free connections in AC and refrigeration copper pipework. Cone, spin, and eccentric flaring tools plus hydraulic and spin swaging expanders from Mastercool and Javac. Same-day dispatch from UK stock.

Flaring Tools

Cone flaring tools are the traditional method — reliable and widely used for standard 45° SAE flares on copper refrigerant pipe. Spin flaring tools produce a smoother, more consistent flare with less work hardening of the copper — recommended for A2L refrigerants including R32 and R1234yf where joint integrity is critical. Eccentric flaring tools suit tight-access installations. The Javac JAV-275K flaring and swaging combination kit covers 1/8" to 3/4" for all standard refrigerant pipe sizes. Browse the dedicated Flaring Tools range.

Swaging & Tube Expanders

Swaging tools create socket joints in copper pipe — expanding one pipe end to accept another for a brazed field joint without a fitting. Mastercool hydraulic swaging expander heads are available individually from 3/8" to 2 1/8" (54mm) for all standard refrigerant pipe sizes. Spin swaging tools in 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", and 22mm for fast field swaging. Browse the dedicated Swaging & Tube Expanders range.

Tube Cutters & Deburring

Clean, square cuts are essential before flaring or swaging — a poorly cut pipe end causes flare distortion and leak risk. Tube cutters in sizes covering 3/16" to 2 1/8" OD are stocked alongside reamers and deburring tools for removing the internal burr after cutting. Always deburr before flaring.

Tube Benders

Tube benders for making precise bends in copper refrigerant pipe without deformation or kinking. Spring-style and lever-type benders stocked for 1/4" to 5/8" OD pipe.

Trade accounts available — call 0161 775 1190 for volume pricing on flaring and swaging tools.