RIDGID®, part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio and the industry leader in pressing, introduces the latest innovative tool in the RIDGID compact press tool family that delivers powerhouse performance with total access. The RP 251 Press Tool delivers more in every press, working harder to help professionals work smarter and perform better on residential and commercial jobs with less fatigue and more efficiency.
Featuring endless 360-degree head swivel, the RP 251 reaches tight spaces from practically every angle and has an ergonomic design with forward-positioned trigger and in-line SlimGrip™ handle for easy, overhead one-handed use. It also comes equipped with a brushless motor capable of over 60,000 press cycles requiring no scheduled maintenance for maximized jobsite performance. An improved 360-degree LED light ring provides bright visibility in dark conditions for enhanced execution.
“The RIDGID RP 251 has a sleek new design and is made for effortless operation and less maintenance. It’s enhanced swivel and LED lighting let the tool get in even tighter spaces, while brushless motor eliminates scheduled maintenance and one battery charge will complete more presses than are typically needed in a day,” said Michael Provenzano, marketing director, press connections, RIDGID for Emerson. “We’ve offered the highest-performing, most durable press tools on the market for 25 years and for trade professionals who can’t afford to slow down on the job, RIDGID has a press tool to meet the most demanding conditions. We can’t wait for them to experience this latest generation compact press tool.”
The RP 251 is compatible with all RIDGID compact series jaws, rings, and actuators and can press up to 1 1/4" (32 mm) on copper and stainless steel; up to 1 1/2" (40 mm) on PEX tubing; and up to 1" (25 mm) carbon steel; and up to 1 3/8” (35 mm) on copper tubing in refrigeration. It can complete up to 140 presses per charge with the 12V Li-Ion Battery.
The RP 251 also features advanced technology with Bluetooth® connectivity that pairs with the free RIDGID Link app for access to tool information, including amount of press cycles, service intervals, tool locking, battery status and more. It is backed by the RIDGID Full Lifetime Warranty.
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