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RT3422 Tapping Tool

Model RT3422
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The Model RT3422 is designed for branching pressurized water, steam and natural gas mains. With up to 2" capacity, corrosion-proof design, ability to handle most types of material and lightweight, the Model RT3422 is the tool to meet your tapping needs.

Features
Easy to use. At only 21", this lightweight and compact tool is great for tight quarters and awkward locations.
Heavy-Duty Design. Sturdy machined, corrosion-resistant materials for dependable lifelong benefits.
Built-in bleed valve. Allows for easy purge of chips.
Independent cutter feed gives the operator total independent control of the cutter feed rotation for optimal saw life.
Taps a variety of materials. The RT3422 is capable of tapping into steel, cast iron, ductile iron and plastic pipe.
Versatility. The RT3422 is capable of tapping mains of:
– Water up to 500 psig.
– Steam, air and natural gas up to 150 psig.
Coupon retaining bits. Exclusive pilot bits give you the confidence that the coupon will not be dropped in the pipe, preventing medium contamination or possible damage of downstream equipment.

Specifications
Tapping Capacity: 3/4 - 2".
Mounting: Saddle, Welded Nipple, Weld-o-let, Thread-o-let.
Cutter Travel: 14".
Activation: Hand Ratchet, Air Ratchet, Right angle Drill.
Cutter Field: Rotation of sleeve around an Acme threaded barrel.
Pressure: Water, 500 psig @ 100°F Steam, Air and Natural Gas – 150 psig @ 370°F.
 
Model RT3422


Ordering Information
Cat. No. Model No. Description Weight
lb. kg
75982 RT3422 Tapping Machine Only 18 8.2
75992 RT3422 3/4" - 2" NPT Set (Male) 30 13.6
91192 RT3422 3/4" - 2" CTS Set (Flared) 30 13.6

Each RT3422 complete set comes with:
The RT3422 sets include RT3422 tapping tool with bleed valve, shaft extensions, heavyduty hole saw arbors, 1/4" and 3/8" coupon retaining pilot bits, ratchet wrench, (2) spud wrenches, and 5 valve adapters in a steel tool box. Cutters are available separately.

Cutters
Hole Saws Model No. DIA Type
52760 M16 5/8" Bi-Metal
52780 M24 7/8" Bi-Meta
52800 M29 1 1/8" Bi-Metal
52820 M35 1 3/8" Bi-Metal
52850 M44 1 3/4" Bi-Metal
76267 - 5/8" Steel Shell
76272 - 7/8" Steel Shell
76277 - 1 1/8" Steel Shell
76282 - 1 3/8" Steel Shell
76287 - 1 3/4" Steel Shell
76292 - 5/8" CI/DI Bit
76297 - 7/8" CI/DI Bit
76302 - 1 1/8" CI/DI Shell
76307 - 13/8" CI/DI Shell
76312 - 1 3/4" CI/DI Shell
76317 - 5/8" Plastic Shell
76322 - 7/8" Plastic Shell
76327 - 1 1/8" Plastic Shell
76332 - 1 3/8" Plastic Shell
76337 - 1 3/4" Plastic Shell
Note: Cutter diameter is 1/8"-1/4" smaller than the diameter of the hole being cut.

Accessories
Cat. No. Description
76017 RT 3422 Tool Box
76022 11/16" Ratchet Wrench
Pilots
76027 Coupon Retaining 1/4" Pilot
76032 Coupon Retaining 3/8" Pilot
Hole Saw Arbors
76037 Small Hole Saw Arbor for 5/8"–1 3/16" Hole Saws
76042 Large Hole Saw Arbor Asm. for 1 5/16"–1 3/4" Hole Saws
Shaft Extensions
76047 Small Shaft Extension for 5/8"–1 13/16" Hole Saws
76052 Large Shaft Extension for 1 5/16"–1 3/4" Hole Saws
Valve Adaptors
76057 CTS 3/4" Female
76067 CTS 1" Female
76072 CTS 11/4" Female
76077 CTS 11/2" Female
76082 CTS 2" Female
83997 3/4" Mueller 110
84002 1" Mueller 110
84007 1 1/2" Mueller 110
84012 2" Mueller 110
76132 NPT 3/4" Male
76137 NPT 1" Male
76142 NPT 11/4" Male
76147 NPT 11/2" Male
76152 NPT 2" Male
NPT Sets available only with steel, male valve adapters.
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