Bit for clearing pvc fittings

[Rob Top]

I know I have seen this before, but can't find it on the sites I have in my favs. This bit is for removeing the piece of pipe that you have glued into a fitting. When I saw them I thought it was too expensive for save a fitting, but currently have several valves and bulkheads I would like to save. Anyone know what I am talking about?

 

[reefman5511]

Never heard of it. PVC joints are pretty permanent since you are actually fusing the material together when you glue it. I'd be interested in one as well.

 

[Rob Top]

I googled it and came up with 2 options

http://www.plumbingsupply.com/pvcsaver.html

and


http://www.bestbailers.com/pvcsosa.html

I went with the cheaper on, but am sure you get what you pay for. I just hope it is good enogh to save a couple dozen fittings

 

[Anonymous]

The pvcsosa does not seem to work well, but I never used it. Just does not look like a good quality tool... :?

For the PVCSaver, I have used it. The main issue with it is that even if you do a really good job by using a drill press, the hole is usually slightly larger than a new fitting. So you will need to use a lot of PVC glue to get a good fit when it is time to put the pipe into the fitting.

As for the Hog, I have no experience. But it sure look the most professional!

 

[Anonymous]

Can't you do the same thing in a pinch with a dremel tool?

 

[Anonymous]

Using these are more repeatable than doing it free-hand with dremel. Besides, if you have a couple dozen fitting to dremel, it is a lot of work.