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RIDGID RT3422 Hot Tapping Tool, ¾–2 in
A compact tapping tool for branching pressurized water, steam, air or natural-gas mains through compatible fittings and valves. The RT3422 provides 14 in cutter travel and independent sleeve feed. Manufacturer-listed service limits are 500 psig water at 100°F and 150 psig steam, air or natural gas at 370°F. Coupon-retaining pilot bits help capture the cut section.
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Specifications
Equipment
- Manufacturer
- RIDGID
- Model
- RT3422
Capacity & service
- Tapping connection capacity
- ¾–2 in
- Water service limit
- 500 psig at 100°F
- Steam, air and natural-gas service limit
- 150 psig at 370°F
- Listed pipe materials
- Steel, cast iron, ductile iron and plastic
Drive & mounting
- Activation
- Hand ratchet, air ratchet or right-angle drill
- Cutter feed
- Sleeve rotation on Acme-threaded barrel
- Cutter travel
- 14 in
- Mounting
- Saddle, welded nipple, Weld-o-let or Thread-o-let
- Tool length
- 21 in
- Tool-only weight, catalog 75982
- 16 lb (7.3 kg)
- Bleed valve
- Built in
- Pilot bits
- Coupon-retaining design
Equipment Details
Capabilities & Features
- Independent cutter feed
- Built-in bleed valve
- Coupon retention
- Compact 21 in body
Available Options
- Male NPT valve-adapter set
- CTS flared valve-adapter set
- Material-specific cutters and pilot bits
