Description
Enclosed Ratchet Threader Set for 3/8" to 1-1/4" NPT Pipe
Overview
NPT pipe threads join pipes in plumbing, gas, and mechanical piping across North America. The Reed DH82-3 is an enclosed ratchet threader set with five drop heads for 3/8" to 1-1/4" NPT. It mounts to the Reed 601PD Power Drive or compatible hand ratchets from RIDGID, Super-Ego, and other manufacturers. At 13.4 lbs, it is the lightest enclosed ratchet threader set in its size range.
Specifications
| Catalog No. | Item Code | Range | Heads Included | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DH82-3 | 05201 | 3/8" to 1-1/4" NPT | 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/4" (5 sizes) | 13.4 lbs / 6.1 kg |
| Component | Material |
|---|---|
| Dies | Alloy steel |
| Dropheads | Malleable iron |
| Manufacture | CNC machined (dies and heads) |
| Carrying Case | Reinforced plastic |
| Compatible Ratchets and Power Drives |
|---|
| Reed 601PD Power Drive |
| RIDGID 11-R and R200 |
| Super-Ego 600 |
| Virax 1362 |
| Rothenberger Super Cut and Supertronic |
Key Features
- Five dropheads cover 3/8", 1/2", 3/4", 1", and 1-1/4" NPT. A comparable pipe threader set in this class typically includes four sizes; the DH82-3 adds 3/8" for smaller branch lines and fixture connections.
- Dies are alloy steel, and heads are malleable iron, both manufactured on CNC machines. This ratchet pipe threader produces accurate, consistent NPT threads with every cut.
- The Reed DH82-3 weighs 13.4 lbs complete. A reinforced plastic carrying case holds all five dropheads, ratchet handle, and accessories for transport between job sites.
- Dropheads fit the Reed 601PD Power Drive for powered threading and are interchangeable with RIDGID 11-R and R200, Super-Ego 600, Virax 1362, and Rothenberger Super Cut ratchets. This enclosed ratchet threader compatibility means one set of dropheads works across five brands of threading equipment.
- Each drophead threads one pipe size without swapping individual dies. This manual pipe threader requires no power source on site, only threading oil.
Enclosed vs Exposed Ratchet Threaders
An enclosed vs exposed ratchet threader differs in how the dies sit relative to the pipe. In an enclosed ratchet threader set, the dies are housed inside a closed drophead body. The head slides over the pipe end and self-centers, producing straight NPT threads with consistent alignment. Exposed ratchet threaders hold dies in an open frame where alignment depends more on the operator.
Enclosed dropheads eliminate the manual alignment step that exposed models require. For buyers asking what size pipe threader do I need, the Reed DH82-3 covers 3/8" through 1-1/4" in one hand pipe threader set. Individual Reed enclosed pipe threader dropheads are also available separately for adding sizes or replacing worn heads.
Applications
The Reed DH82-3 is a ratchet threader for plumbing and mechanical work where pipe must be threaded on site.
- Residential plumbing: 1/2" and 3/4" water supply, 3/8" fixture risers, 1" and 1-1/4" main lines.
- Gas piping: 3/8" through 1-1/4" black iron pipe for natural gas and propane distribution.
- HVAC hydronic piping where NPT connections are specified on steel pipe.
- Maintenance and repair: a manual pipe threader lets one person cut threads without hauling a power machine to the job site.
- Electrical conduit: rigid metallic conduit (RMC) in 1/2" through 1-1/4" sizes where an NPT pipe threader handles the connections.
Buy Reed DH82-3 Enclosed Ratchet Threader Set Online from Cleanflow
Cleanflow Utility Supply Company is an authorized Reed dealer serving customers across Canada and the United States. Free shipping on orders over $199, with a 30-day return policy. Email info@cleanflow.ca for returns or exchanges. The Reed DH82-3 is an enclosed ratchet threader set for plumbers and pipefitters who need NPT threading on site.
Browse the full Reed pipe threading lineup at Cleanflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Thread Pipe by Hand
Secure the pipe in a vise, apply cutting oil, and slide the drophead over the pipe end. Rotate the ratchet handle clockwise. The enclosed dies cut NPT threads as the handle advances. A pipe threader set like the Reed DH82-3 includes all dropheads for the sizes in the set's range.
What is the difference between enclosed and exposed ratchet threaders?
An enclosed ratchet threader set houses the dies inside closed dropheads that self-center on the pipe. Exposed models hold dies in an open frame where alignment depends on the operator. A ratchet pipe threader with enclosed dropheads produces straighter, more consistent NPT threads.
What machines are compatible with Reed DH82-3 dropheads?
The dropheads fit the Reed 601PD Power Drive for powered threading. They are also interchangeable with RIDGID 11-R and R200, Super-Ego 600, Virax 1362, and Rothenberger Super Cut hand ratchets and Supertronic portable power threaders.
What pipe sizes does the Reed DH82-3 cover?
The set includes five NPT dropheads: 3/8", 1/2", 3/4", 1", and 1-1/4". This NPT pipe threader covers the most common residential and light commercial pipe sizes. The 3/8" head handles fixture risers and small branch lines that four-size sets leave out.
Can the Reed DH82-3 be used with a power drive?
Yes. The DH82-3 dropheads mount to the Reed 601PD Power Drive for powered threading on pipe up to 1-1/4". Using a power drive speeds up repetitive threading where a hand pipe threader alone would be slow for larger volumes.
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