Milwaukee Introduces Industry's Fastest ProPEX Installation Tools

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation expands their M12 and M18 Lithium-Ion systems with the introduction of the industry's fastest ProPEX installation tools with auto-rotating ProPEX Expansion Heads. Designed for easy one-handed use, the M12 and M18 ProPEX Expansion tools allow users to install Uponor ProPEX fittings up to four times faster, and are compatible with over 25 tools on their respective battery platforms for added utility and value. This much anticipated product launch follows the April 2010 announcement of a new partnership with Uponor to deliver increased productivity to plumbing and heating professionals by developing a comprehensive solution for installing ProPEX.

"Feedback from ProPEX installers was to improve their current installation tool(s). Until now, contractors using the hand tool would be required to maneuver and expand the tube while rotating the head segments slightly, all at the same time. You can tell this would be awkward, especially in tight quarters," says Mark Senske, Sr. Product Manager for Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation. "Milwaukee's new auto-rotating head and continuous expansion design significantly increases productivity by delivering a fast and accurate method for installing ProPEX."

Inspired by Uponor's ProPEX innovation and constructed with legendary Milwaukee durability, the new tools are built with all-metal gears and an integrated metal frame to withstand even the toughest jobsite conditions. Each tool kit will come with three commonly used accessory heads: The M12 tool kit will include 1/2", 3/4" and 1", while the M18 tool kit will include 1", 1-1/4" and 1-1/2". The full line of accessory heads will also be sold separately: The M12 tool will accept 3/8" up to 1" and the M18 tool will accept 3/8" up to 1-1/2".

Among the first products powered by REDLITHIUM battery technology, the new expansion tools will deliver unmatched performance, durability and run-time for the professional tradesman. With constant innovation in Lithium-Ion and plans to grow the M12 and M18 cordless platform in the future, MILWAUKEE continues to expand its leadership position in cordless.

M12 ProPEX Expander
Specifications (2432-22)
Capacity:3/8"-1"
Stroke Length: 14mm
Heads Included: ½", ¾" & 1"
Speed: 60 SPM
Length: 7.5"
Weight: 4.5 lbs
Includes 2432-20 ProPEX Expander, (2) M12™ RedLithium Batteries, 30 minute charger, Accessory Heads (1/2", ¾" & 1") and carrying case

M18 ProPEX Expander
Specifications (2632-22)
Capacity:3/8"-1-1/2"
Stroke Length: 25mm
Heads Included: 1", 1-1/4" & 1-1/2"
Speed: 45 SPM
Length: 9.5"
Weight: 9.2 lbs
Includes 2632-20 ProPEX Expander, (2) M18 RedLithium Batteries, 30 minute charger, Accessory Heads (1", 1-1/4" & 1-1/2") and carrying case

SOURCE: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation