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AquaTap - The Ultimate Tapping System

AT Pro-T Kit

Aqua Tap Pro-T Kit

AquaTap

AT Standard Kit

Aqua Tap Standard

AquaTap Pro-T (Upgraded hot tap kit)

Introducing Aqua-Tap Pro-T. The most complete and efficient, hot (wet) tapping machine just got better. Now including the most powerful cordless drill on the market - DeWalt 36 Volts! Complete kit includes 11 commonly used IPS and CTS valve adapters (3 more than the standard kit). Also includes Cobalt and Tungsten carbide coupon retaining pilot bits. A single charged battery can tap up to seven 1" ductile iron taps! And, of course, many more PVC & AC taps.

All of the power, valve adapters, cutters, and tools you will need to perform 3/4", 1", 1-1/2", and 2" hot taps in one convenient kit.

Product Number: AT-PRO-T = For Ductile Iron, Steel, PVC and AC tapping (Tiger Cutters)

.AquaTap Standard (hot tap kit)

Aqua-Tap is the most complete, and efficient, hot tapping machine available.

Performs taps (through corp stops) for 3/4", 1-1/2", and 2" service lines. Includes; 18 volt DeWalt cordless drill with two batteries and two chargers (standard & vehicle), cutters, corp stop adapters, coupon ejector, and carrying case. Iron Pipe Size (IPS) and Copper Type Size (CTS) corp. adapters are included.

PRODUCT NUMBER: AT-K = COMPLETE TAP KIT with 18v drill (3/4", 1", 1-1/2", 2" TAPS)


Directions for both the Aqua-Tap Pro and Aqua-Tap Standard: Coupon/Plug ejecting:

1. Take drill rod
2. Attach desired corp. adapter
3. Attach desired hole saw
4. Apply approved lubricant (see bottle)
5. Join unit to corp. stop (hand tighten only)
6. Attach drill
7. Drill hole (keep drilling at low speed and in drill position)


 

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Download Aqua-Tap Standard Product FlyerAqua Tap Standard PDF

  1. Place drill in reverse
  2. Grab onto saw with pliers
  3. Pull trigger
  4. Remove drill rod from drill and install Ejecting rod
  5. Install saw, & place drill in forward
  6. Grab onto saw with pliers
  7. Pull trigger

 

Important Tips: Follow ALL instructions. Failure to do so may result in property damage and/or personal injury.
  • Aqua tap is only to be used for tapping water lines. (DO NOT tap into gas, oil, air, steam lines, etc.)
  • Do not tap water lines with pressure exceeding 120psi
  • Always wear eye protection
  • If tapping time exceeds 5 minutes, replace saw or pilot-bit
  • If wobbling occurs while drilling, do the following: Remove oil drill and replace again. (Check alignment with rod hex.) If wobbling continues, replace drill rod.
  • Occasionally lubricate drill rod, and threads.
  • Tighten down cap against o-rings firmly to grip rod. If kickback occurs, replace o-rings (7/8" x 5/8").
  • Water leaking through valve adapter is normal. This does not mean tap is complete. Continue drilling until completely through the pipe wall.
  • When grabbing onto saw with pliers, grab onto nut, or base of saw only.
  • TO REPLACE WIRE ON A PILOT BIT: Using eye protection, have approx. 1/2" of wire sticking out of each side of the pilot bit and squeeze wire downward.

Before tapping PVC pipe:

  • Do not tap within 3 feet of ends of pipe, or closer than 18" of other taps.
  • Avoid tapping a discolored pipe surface
  • Only tap pipe that has been installed according to pipe manufacture's recommendations.
  • Install pipe saddle according to pipe manufacture's recommendations. (DO NOT overtighten)
  • Know locations of existing main valves, if necessary to shut off water system.
  • Have a quick exit. (Ladder etc.)
  • Have another employee near by.
  • Remove as much air as possible from the water system being tapped.

 

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