IBOSAD Copper Press Tool Review - $100 ProPress! (See update in description)

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  • UPDATE: Do not buy this press tool! It is not manufactured to the proper standards and every single joint made with this tool started leaking after a short period of time. I made a video about the problem here: • IBOSAD Copper Press To...
    I purchased this little hydraulic IBOSAD copper press tool to make some connections on a copper pipe where a manual press tool like the Bluefin I reviewed previously won't fit due to the long handles. Overall, it's a great affordable alternative to a $2,000 Ridgid or Milwaukee tool.
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  • @DragonBuilds
    @DragonBuilds  2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    UPDATE: Do not buy this press tool! It is not manufactured to the proper standards and every single joint made with this tool started leaking after a short period of time. I made a video about the problem here: th-cam.com/video/cP8fJlKejtU/w-d-xo.html

    • @kimariokiji
      @kimariokiji 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the video and the update. Have you found a better, more reliable manual pro press tool?

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      There's the Bluefin tool, but it takes a lot of space to use. You could always rent a real press tool for around $100 a day.

    • @kimariokiji
      @kimariokiji 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DragonBuilds thanks!

    • @PatJones82
      @PatJones82 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much for updating us!

    • @1allstarman
      @1allstarman ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you deburr the inside and outside of the pipe ?

  • @TheDogDad
    @TheDogDad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Got the same one. Used it a few times with absolutely zero issues.

  • @micheljansen85
    @micheljansen85 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have the split in half type. 2 years and countless fittings later its still going strong

    • @Vincerama
      @Vincerama 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do you have a link to it? What do you mean by "split in half" type?

  • @joeverdecchio8322
    @joeverdecchio8322 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have been using this tool for over a year and have had no issues.

    • @probuilder6828
      @probuilder6828 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Have you ever pressed 3/4” Viega tee? It would not fit or is just me?

    • @joeverdecchio8322
      @joeverdecchio8322 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@probuilder6828 I’ve been using it for about two years. I don’t use it daily but it has been reliable every time I bust it out. Never had an issue. Yes, I have pressed three-quarter, but not any tees because I typically switch everything to PEX.

    • @fasteddie5388
      @fasteddie5388 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@probuilder6828This version is not meant for T fittings. You have to get the version with the propress jaws

  • @rafaeldiazus
    @rafaeldiazus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Appreciate the video. Unfortunately its not about whether it can resist a twist, which it didn't. The real issue is ANY water leaks.

    • @thecelt4807
      @thecelt4807 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      has rubber seal inside treated to resist drying splitting on gas or water , my plumber here used this method on my home water heater (gas) , so im buyinig this tool and doing the next time myself save $$$$$$$$$$$$

  • @davidchoi3628
    @davidchoi3628 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    People hate it cuz they got propress don’t want lose customers 😂

  • @metallitech
    @metallitech 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the sound it makes.

  • @dalemihocik4732
    @dalemihocik4732 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Looks very clumsy to use and would require three hands to position, hold, and press together. Not to mention the cost of those fittings, only real benefit is connecting pipe that is wet. I'll stick to soldering.

  • @daves2822
    @daves2822 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I bought one to try it, I crimped on one viego 3/4 to 2 separate scrap pieces. I had it set flush, and did the work. I could see the pipes weren't straight and the crimp looked like it didn't take al the way. After that I returned it and ill stick with solder

  • @GrenshawHomes1977
    @GrenshawHomes1977 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bought it 2 years ago...just used it with zero issues....the other one....need some coordination though...one fitting i pressed at slight angle but no leaks(outside faucet stuff)

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hmmm, I think it must be a quality control problem as some people have had good luck with the tool and others have leaks everywhere.

  • @e8aus
    @e8aus 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The finished crimp looked like you used the wrong mold. If that is the case, then that may explain why the joins leak.

  • @warrensnow6695
    @warrensnow6695 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have this tool it works good for the regular copper fittings but when I used it for more heavier duty fittings that are made of brass such as a ball valve it can’t provide enough pressure and they leak. I finally bought a proper propress tool.

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, this crimper worked fine with JW press fittings but when I tried to crimp a thicker Viega fitting it leaked. The Bluefin press tool works well on brass fittings but needs a lot of space to work, so I only use it in situations like adding a ball valve when the water won't stop flowing.

    • @chanceayres6718
      @chanceayres6718 ปีที่แล้ว

      What proper propress tool did you buy Warren?

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chanceayres6718Ridgid and Milwaukee seem to be popular press tool manufacturers

    • @chanceayres6718
      @chanceayres6718 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DragonBuilds thank you but not spending that kind of money. Going to look at other Manual tools

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@chanceayres6718 The Bluefin one from supplyhouse.com is pretty good. Definitely avoid these no-name Amazon ones unless you want to come home to a destroyed house and high water bill.

  • @williardbillmore5713
    @williardbillmore5713 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    There is a name for people who use propress fittings.
    They are called "flooded".

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Press fittings have been reliably used in Europe for decades, but this manual press tool is poorly made and caused several leaks.

    • @williardbillmore5713
      @williardbillmore5713 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@DragonBuilds You can blame the tool if it makes you feel better I blame the concept.
      I have seen O ring crimp connectors start leaking months after assembly.
      I will take a few minutes to solder sweat my plumbing and never have to think about it again.
      Alloy is your ally towards peace of mind.

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@williardbillmore5713 I prefer soldering as well, but ProPress definitely has its places.

    • @williardbillmore5713
      @williardbillmore5713 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@DragonBuilds Would you use them inside the walls of YOUR home?

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@williardbillmore5713 Yes, absolutely. My partner's summer cottage is plumbed using a combination of PEX and press fittings for both domestic water and heating.

  •  ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There are different clamps available for this tool. If I'm not mistaken yours is V type. There are also TH, U, S, M. But hard to find separately sadly.

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This tool claimed to be compatible with the ProPress system sold in North America, so there is obviously something wrong with it.

    •  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DragonBuilds must be a AliExpress thing. Just saw them being sold there. There probably not well calibrated.
      Also found the different jaws there too. (for cheap obviously)

    • @paulweston8184
      @paulweston8184 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DragonBuilds ProPress? Good to know. I've been searching for different die inserts to fit this tool and Alibaba was the only place I've found so far. Shipping costs are $39.95 alone.

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@paulweston8184 If you really need a press tool I would suggest either getting the Bluefin one from supplyhouse.com or renting an electric one from a local plumbing supply store.

  • @jamiebennett6354
    @jamiebennett6354 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    bought mine from Vevor, did about 20 -1/2 inch crimps no problem, did 4 -3/4 no problem wasn't able to crimp the lower part of a 'T' fitting as the body gets in the way, that's when it started to lock up on me as in the head wouldn't unlatch from the body unless I hit it, this continues to this day, Vevor started acting stupid and saying I have a 1/4, 1/2. 5/8 tool and it didn't do 3/4 fittings (I had purchased a bending tool they were talking about) basically they kept going back and forth about me not knowing how to use such a simple tool, gave up on trying to get a refund or exchange (they no longer sell this tool now have manual ones) and stop doing business with them. just more Chinese crap. this tool looks exactly like mine case and all I'm guessing the only difference is the name on the case

  • @phillipkim1618
    @phillipkim1618 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cool video

  • @benconnor3625
    @benconnor3625 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This would be useful if you were just wanting to convert from copper to pex every time you dealt with copper as a service tech... if it were reliable.... apparently it isn't

  • @garagekeys
    @garagekeys 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Why not just solder if you are doing a water heater?

    • @dsano4714
      @dsano4714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nah I’ll never bring a torch out ever again

    • @efrianlavine850
      @efrianlavine850 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Fire liability insurance costs is why.

  • @Raysmaintenance
    @Raysmaintenance ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have had one for 3y works good

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I read that they recently changed the design, since I saw some good reviews of the tool from a couple years ago and they seemed to be fine back then.

    • @Raysmaintenance
      @Raysmaintenance ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DragonBuilds the only thing different with mine and yours is my fittings are black --- i have never had a leak in 3y i ever did a video on it --- thanks for sharing

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Raysmaintenance The postive reviews all show the tool with black crimping dies. I think the silver ones are made with less precision or poor quality materials.

  • @martinmarin841
    @martinmarin841 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How long is it going to take me to repipe an entire house?? A year,???

    • @reececline2377
      @reececline2377 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you're piping an entire house rent a real pro press, this is more for homegamers

    • @rtwmanny
      @rtwmanny ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Still faster than sanding and sweating a pipe I'd say.

  • @vanderleimartins218
    @vanderleimartins218 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    bom dia amigo! quanto custa a máquina?

  • @FrustratedBaboon
    @FrustratedBaboon 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It is garbage based on what I am seeing. It squeezed the copper and did not put the hex imprint in to stop twisting. Cheap is cheap and the designer just had to follow some simple tolerance steps to make it 1000 percent better.

  • @drewd7824
    @drewd7824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you find different size jaws?

    • @tomniielander944
      @tomniielander944 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      the tool comes with 1/2, 3/4, and 1" jaws

  • @plumbrose1
    @plumbrose1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The crimp is not supposed to seal the fitting. Once the fitting is pushed onto the copper, the "O" ring in the fitting engages and makes the seal. The crimp secures pipe onto fitting.

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว

      Press fittings are actually designed so they don't seal until they're pressed. That way, unpressed fittings can be identified before they cause a big problem.

    • @plumbrose1
      @plumbrose1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DragonBuilds The O ring is engaged once the fitting is pushed on the pipe...

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@plumbrose1 Viega fittings have a small groove that is designed to leak until the fitting is pressed. Not sure how other press fittings work.

    • @rogermurph101
      @rogermurph101 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@plumbrose1yeah, the o-ring is engaged, but it’s not going to stand up to water pressure until the fitting is crimped. Without crimping, it will leak. Even if the fitting stays put.

  • @thecelt4807
    @thecelt4807 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    in australia these or similar are $100 for 4 hours to a day for hire so great value this buy if you have a few days worth of work , i would buy instead of hire for sure

    • @88kwthomas
      @88kwthomas 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I just got quoted $450 for a plumber to do this after I did all the blocking work and everything!

  • @pedropunjabi7339
    @pedropunjabi7339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Takes a month just to press one side of the fitting

  • @condadopr
    @condadopr ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No way! No quality control… once it leaks and floods the basement you are in trouble

  • @kfe1026
    @kfe1026 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'd be careful telling people to stay away from this product based on no more than your anecdotal experience.
    It is essentially the same technology as a 3k$ Milwaukee press; with the big distinguishing [hand pump] hydraulic press being the only BIG difference.
    I work as a plumber, and it's not uncommon for even the $3k+ pro presses to occasionally not hold tight on a coupling connection.
    But you to say that ALL your connections were pretty much leaking? - This leads me to believe that you may not have thoroughly understood or even learned proper operation of the tool.
    Personally, if I were making a review and / or instructional video, I would've shown my viewers (myself being both familiar and pleased with the exact same product) that we would be calibrating our new tool first and foremost, with the calibration kit provided, and then, prior to operation on any job going forward! -calibration checks and/or adjustments take literally 30 seconds FYI.
    Anyone familiar with plumbing, and really any occupations / vocations focused on the importance of mathematical prescion, knows just how important it is and, furthermore, the ramifications of mere millimeters.
    Also, to anyone looking for further tips:
    always ensure that you are coming down on the coupling straight... file and debur just as you would approach a solder connection [as you can slice the inner rubber ring)... and lastly, mind your proximity of any joints that you may have to sweat instead of press, as the heat can easily melt the rubber ring (the most vital component within your press connection).
    Happy plumbing out there, and for the record, it's easily one of my favorite tools nowadays; especially considering the fraction of a cost it imposed on me in comparison to the electrical ones!

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว

      While the technology is identical, I found that this no-name tool’s jaws are imprecise and couldn’t crimp the fitting completely.

  • @nrw_quixcope
    @nrw_quixcope 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You can always trust Amazon when it comes to coming up with the weirdest names for their brands.

    • @paulweston8184
      @paulweston8184 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ibosad is a Chinese brand like Lenovo nitwit.

    • @nrw_quixcope
      @nrw_quixcope ปีที่แล้ว

      @@paulweston8184
      Yeah, but not as big as Lenovo and can only be sold on Amazon.

    • @phuturephunk
      @phuturephunk 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@paulweston8184 Dude, it's a procedurally generated name, like so many Chinese suppliers use on Amazon, Aliexpress and other sites. It has to do with the trademark office and how things are processed. Vox did a whole video on the weird names you see on places like Amazon marketplace and why it's absolutely destroyed the trademark and patent system by overloading them with absolute garbage.

  • @Lord_Joseph17
    @Lord_Joseph17 ปีที่แล้ว

    is this good for hvac ac lines?

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It isn't good for anything as all the joints made with it started leaking.

  • @jcaleca60
    @jcaleca60 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you great video I got one of these for Christmas From my girlfriend

  • @wellardo8833
    @wellardo8833 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Pretty sure I can solder faster than this tool.

  • @siwy12341ify
    @siwy12341ify ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i rather solder anytime unless you have valve that's not holding.
    i dont really want to get bread when on a job xD

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, especially after the press tool made a bunch of leaky joints.

  • @abelvargas5473
    @abelvargas5473 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My next purchase defenetely

  • @tonyfeliciano4162
    @tonyfeliciano4162 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does it work on air conditioning?

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No, just for plumbing

    • @dominicm2175
      @dominicm2175 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you can find the correct size jaw(s) and fittings it will work on air conditioning lines. Unfortunately the jaws are not compatible with the more popular’ pro-press’ tools

  • @michaelmounts1269
    @michaelmounts1269 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have a similar tool (albeit a lot more expensive)…but still prefer sweating (solder)copper pipes…i really try to use PEX (type A)…which is outstanding…no longer use copper at all…

    • @warrensnow6695
      @warrensnow6695 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree sweating is much more superior than any other fitting. The only time the press fitting is the best is when you have a hard time getting water out of a system and that’s when those press fittings really shine.

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like using PEX-A as well, but some applications require copper as PEX can't be used outdoors (sunlight degrades it).

  • @patterdalezipsuzilil
    @patterdalezipsuzilil 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Throu it in the bin use solder

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      At least solder won’t leak!

  • @lewisjones6952
    @lewisjones6952 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just bought this tool 😔

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      At least you can hopefully still return it

  • @garagekeys
    @garagekeys 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    No way that's going to leak....lol

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It ended up leaking and I had to redo everything. I'll just solder from now on.

    • @garagekeys
      @garagekeys 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DragonBuilds I prefer to solder, but like anything I guess propress has it's place

    • @kupokraft3685
      @kupokraft3685 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Anyone use a non shitty tool? Even the pro plumber I called over a main leak used propress and it's held for 2 years now. I guess Europe has used it for decades too

  • @mycaddigo
    @mycaddigo ปีที่แล้ว

    Check that one off my list

  • @Trad6166
    @Trad6166 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dude don’t release the hydraulics so much and you want have to pump up the next one so much

  • @tmilholin7552
    @tmilholin7552 ปีที่แล้ว

    that joint will leak like a siv

  • @fordjohnson5321
    @fordjohnson5321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks.. there wasn’t a useful manual…

  • @longrange1114
    @longrange1114 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    some folks will likely not see your update and will go out and buy this tool. You should delete this vid because if someone can't or doesn't read your update your video is creating problems..

    • @thetruejay20
      @thetruejay20 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They make an updated press

  • @cruz47144
    @cruz47144 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought one on Amazon it's $150. Now

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wouldn't recommend using it, it doesn't crimp the joints fully which lead to many leaks developing after a few weeks.

  • @vanderleimartins218
    @vanderleimartins218 ปีที่แล้ว

    sou do Brasil

    • @DragonBuilds
      @DragonBuilds  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      não está disponível no Brasil. Eu recomendo simplesmente soldar o cobre, pois é mais barato e confiável.

  • @djkaneck1
    @djkaneck1 ปีที่แล้ว

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂