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. TheRT3422 is capable of tapping mains of water up to 500 psig and 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 Feed | Rotation of sleeve around an Acme threaded barrel |
| Pressure | Water, 500 psig @ 100°F, Steam, Air and Natural Gas, 150 psig @ 370°F |
Catalog Number | Model No. | Description | Weight | |
lb. | kg | |||
75982 | RT3422 | Tapping Machine Only | 16 | 7.30 |
75992 | RT3422 | 3/4″ – 2 NPT Set (Male) | 6 | 2.90 |
91192 | RT3422 | 3/4″ – 2″ CTS Set (Flared) | 7 | 3.00 |
Cutters
Catalog Number | Model No. | Diameter | Type | |
in. | mm | |||
52760 | M16 | 5/8 | – | Bi-Metal |
52780 | M22 | 7/8 | – | Bi-Metal |
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 | |
76292 | 5/8 | – | CI/DI Bit | |
76297 | 7/8 | – | CI/DI Bit | |
76317 | 5/8 | – | Plastic Shell | |
76322 | 7/8 | – | Plastic Shell | |
76277 | 1 1/8 | – | Steel Shell | |
76282 | 1 3/8 | – | Steel Shell | |
76287 | 1 3/4 | – | Steel Shell | |
76302 | M29 | 1 1/8 | – | CI/DI Shell |
76307 | M35 | 1 3/8 | – | CI/DI Shell |
76312 | M44 | 1 3/4 | – | CI/DI Shell |
76327 | 1 1/8 | – | Plastic Shell | |
76332 | 1 3/8 | – | Plastic Shell | |
76337 | 1 3/4 | – | Plastic Shell |
Accessories
| Catalog Number | Description |
| 76022 | 11/16″ Ratchet Wrench |
| 76017 | RT 3422 Tool Box |
Pilots
| Catalog Number | Description |
| 76027 | Coupon Retaining 1/4″ Pilot |
| 76032 | Coupon Retaining 3/8″ Pilot |
Hole Saw Arbors
| Catalog Number | Description |
| 76037 | Small Hole Saw Arbor 5/8″ – 1 3/16″ |
| 76042 | Large Hole Saw Arbor Asm, 1 5/16″ – 1 3/4″ |
Shaft Extensions
| Catalog Number | Description |
| 76047 | Small Shaft Extension 5/8″ – 1 3/16″ |
| 76052 | Large Shaft Extension 1 5/16″ – 1 3/4″ |
Valve Adapters
| Catalog Number | Description |
| 76057 | CTS 3/4″ Female |
| 76067 | CTS 1″ Female |
| 76072 | CTS 1 1/4″ Female |
| 76077 | CTS 1 1/2″ Female |
| 76082 | CTS 2″ Female |
| 76132 | NPT 3/4″ Male |
| 76137 | NPT 1″ Male |
| 76142 | NPT 1 1/4″ Male |
| 76147 | NPT 1 1/2″ Male |
| 76152 | NPT 2″ Male |
| 83997 | 3/4″ Mueller 110 |
| 84002 | 1″ Mueller 110 |
| 84007 | 1 1/2″ Mueller 110 |
| 84012 | 2″ Mueller 110 |
NPT Sets available only with steel, male valve adapters
