{"product_id":"ritchie-engineering-60464-punch-type-swaging-tool","title":"Ritchie Engineering 60464 Punch-type Swaging Tool","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RITCHIE ENGINEERING 60464 is a punch-type swaging tool designed for field and shop use by HVAC and refrigeration technicians. It produces a swaged socket on the end of a copper tube with a 1\/4 inch outer diameter, allowing two tubes of the same size to be joined without a separate fitting. The tool drives into the tube end with a hammer or mallet, forming a clean, uniform bell that accepts a solder or braze joint. This design keeps connections tight and leak-free in refrigerant and other copper tubing systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 60464 is suited for residential and light commercial HVAC and refrigeration work where 1\/4 inch OD copper tubing is common. Typical applications include line set repairs, evaporator coil piping, and refrigerant circuit modifications. HVAC\/R technicians use punch-type swagers when a tube expander or lever-style swaging kit is not practical or when working in tight spaces where a compact tool is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePunch-type design works with a standard hammer or mallet for fast field use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSized for 1\/4 inch OD copper tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a swaged socket that eliminates the need for a separate coupling fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a socket suitable for solder or braze joints in refrigerant and copper piping systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact form factor for use in confined installation spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use punch swaging tool for 1\/4 inch OD copper tubing applications in HVAC and refrigeration systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a licensed HVAC or refrigeration technician. Before swaging, recover all refrigerant from the system in accordance with EPA Section 608 regulations and ensure the system is fully depressurized. Use a hammer or mallet to drive the punch squarely into the tube end, and deburr the tube prior to swaging for a clean socket. Complete the joint using appropriate solder or brazing alloy per system requirements and local mechanical codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Outer Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Punch-Type Swaging Tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: RITCHIE ENGINEERING\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60464\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RITCHIE ENGINEERING","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51672703238450,"sku":"60464","price":26.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/9d6e2ddedf7689308595b456139c396e.jpg?v=1787971362","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/ritchie-engineering-60464-punch-type-swaging-tool","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}