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List of Essential HVAC Tools
Basic Technician Tools
1. Screwdriver
A full set of screwdrivers is essential to help you open the case of the
machine that needs to be repaired on any occasion.
Your screwdriver list should have the two common types of Phillips and
flat mouth.
Also, consider the screwdriver handle insulation rating.
There is a wide variety of pliers, the most common ones for HVAC are
needle nose pliers, wire stripping pliers, and electrical pliers.
If you often repair pressure hoses, you will also need snap ring pliers.
2.Pliers:
Whether you need to reach something in a hole, cut wires or twist
something, a plier is a very useful hand tool. Some common types of
pliers are General Purpose Pliers (Linesman Pliers), Cutting Pliers,
Needle-Nose Pliers, Curved Needle-Nose Pliers, Tongue & Groove
Pliers, and Locking Pliers.
Every HVAC Technician must have at least a couple of different types of
pliers in their tool bag.
3.Wrenches:
With HVAC Installation or Maintenance, the technician will have to deal
with a lot of pipes, nuts, and bolts. To fasten or loosen them, you need a
variety of wrenches.
Pipe Wrenches are one of the essential tools for every HVAC job. Its
teethed head and unique shape allow the technician to easily grip pipes
and other similar round surfaces. 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch pipe
wrenches are very common.
Open End Wrenches, Box End Wrenches, and Combination
Wrenches also come in handy. Make sure you have a set of these
wrenches as you can work with only a single-sized nut or fastener with
each of these wrenches.
An Adjustable Wrench is another popular type of wrench. Using this
one tool, you can work on fasteners of different sizes. A Ratchet
Wrench is very useful as well. You can tighten (or loosen) a nut or
fastener without taking the tool out or repositioning it.
4.Hammer:
This is a must-have tool, but it doesn’t need to be too big, the key is
just to make it easy to carry.
5.Tape Measure:
A tape measure is the most commonly used, and perhaps you are
already using it.
You can prepare an extra one because the tape measure is often
forgotten in a corner and can not be found.
We recommend that you choose a magnetic tape measure as a
backup. Because when you measure alone or confined space
measurement, that will be very helpful.
6.Utility Knife:
The main function of the tool knife is to cut the product packing tape.
Without this tool you will be very difficult to unpack, this tool is very
common.
Therefore, you can buy in many places, for example, hardware and
tool stores.
7. Cordless Drill:
A drill that can be carried around is also necessary.
When choosing a drill, you should consider the voltage of the drill, the
capacity of the battery, the type of drill bit, etc.
8. Level
The main purpose of Level is to help you precisely install drain pumps,
fan coils, and other products.
Therefore, you should choose a level with magnetism when choosing
a level. Because many products of HVAC equipment are iron casing,
the level with magnetic can be better fixed.
9. Hexagonal Wrench Set
Hexagonal wrench sets are available for different types of screw
applications. The regular hexagonal wrench set is a nine-piece set
with a size range of 1.5mm-10mm.
10. Service Wrench
The service wrench includes an adjustable wrench, and pipe wrenches.
an adjustable wrench is also called an adjustable spanner.
An adjustable wrench is mainly used for fastening screws, the advantage
of this wrench is that the size of the opening can be adjusted according
to the size of the screw.
So when you choose one, you need to consider the maximum size of the
wrench opening.
Pipe wrenches are mainly used for the repair of metal water pipes and
gas pipes. The size of the opening needs to be considered when
selecting.
11. Fuse Puller
When HVAC electrical equipment is not working properly, the first
step is that you need to check if the fuse is blown first.
Therefore, you need a suitable fuse puller to facilitate your inspection.
12. Pipe Cutter
The cutter is used to cut metal pipes, such as copper pipes,
aluminum pipes, etc.
A deburring tool is also used to trim the edges of the pipe after it has
been cut.
13. Manual Pipe Bender
Manual pipe bender is mainly used for air conditioning system pipe
bending.
Therefore, you should choose the bender set, because a set of
benders can meet the bending of 8 different diameter pipes.
This is necessary when installing central air conditioning.
14. Sheet Metal Shears
When installing ventilation ducts, HVAC technicians need to cut and
trim the sheet metal shears to meet the installation needs.
Not only that, but this tool can also dig holes in the ventilation ducts.
Sheet metal shears are available in both manual and electric sizes,
with a large price difference, we recommend the manual style.
15. Pipe Caliper
Maybe you will have questions you already have a micrometer, still,
need to pipe caliper?
The answer is that it depends on your needs, if your requirements for
accuracy are very high, then a micrometer is more suitable for you.
But micrometers are more expensive and require high environmental
requirements.
Pipe caliper is more competitive in price and easy to operate.
16. Extension Cords
When HVAC technicians are working, sometimes the power source is
far away from you.
Therefore, this is when you need extension cords to meet the needs
of an electric HVAC tool.
The power of HVAC tools is usually small, so household wire sizes
are fine.
But pay attention to the length of the wire, 15m is the right length.
17. Flashlight
When you choose a flashlight, we recommend choosing the
rechargeable type.
This is because it has the advantages of long illumination time, high
reliability, and small size. A flashlight can solve your HVAC problems
in the dark.
18. Marking Pen
A marker is an HVAC basic tool to keep on hand, and you can use it
anywhere. For example, when you tighten the bolts, use the marking
pen to mark them to prevent loosening.
If you need to buy a marking pen in bulk, you can seek us to get help
or you can also get suppliers on Alibaba or made in china.
19. Miracle braze-free HVAC fittings
Miracle braze-free HVAC fittings use micro-deformation between
metals to achieve piping connections.
The advantages of this type of connection are the ability to
withstand higher pressures (over 30Mpa), long service life, non-
corrosive piping of any material, and high reliability.
The service life of Miracle braze-free HVAC fittings is the same as
that of copper pipes because they are made of brass.
20. Drills
An electric drill is a very useful tool for the HVAC Technician. You can
drill holes and drive screws to run wires, or secure an object. While
electric drills are available as both Corded Drills and Cordless Drills,
we recommend a decent cordless drill, preferably with a hammering
action.
If you are sure about access to electricity all the time, then a corded
drill will be a cheaper and more powerful option.
21. Hacksaws
If you want to quickly cut thin sheets of metal, a simple hacksaw is
the best tool for the job. Apart from metal sheets, you can also cut
conduits and general-purpose pipes (not refrigerant-carrying ones).
22. Ladder
A ladder is a vertical or inclined set of rungs or steps commonly used
for climbing or descending. There are two types: rigid ladders that are
self-supporting or that may be leaned against a vertical surface such
as a wall, and rollable ladders, such as those made of rope or
aluminum, that may be hung from the top.
23. Tool Bag/Box
Tool bags are used in different industries to store and transport tools
while helping keep them organised and accessible. Overall, they're
designed to keep tool kits safe, secure, and ready for use.
Advanced HVAC and Air
Conditioning Tools
In addition to the 32 tools HVAC technicians need, we offer advanced
air conditioning tools that make it easier for you and your team when it
comes to air conditioning installation projects.
1.HVAC No Welding Connection Tool
The HVAC no-solder connection tool is designed for HVAC piping
connections.
It can realize the connection of copper and copper pipe, copper and
steel pipe, copper and aluminum pipe, copper and titanium pipe,
copper and stainless steel pipe, aluminum and stainless steel pipe, etc.
This tool is easy to use, efficient, safe, and reliable.
2. Electric Hydraulic Tools
The electric hydraulic tool is also a no-weld connection tool, which uses
electric propulsion for more energy-efficient use.
3. Copper Press-fitting
Copper press fitting is a fireless connection ring, the connection
between metal pipelines is realized by this product.
Miracle copper press fitting can be used for refrigeration and air
conditioning, water system connection, heat pump system, solar
system, hospital oxygen piping, transport refrigeration piping, etc. For
more application details, contact us now.
4. Insulated Copper Pipe
Insulated copper pipe is also called air conditioning connection pipe,
this product is mainly used in VRV, VRF system.
The main function of insulated copper pipe is to realize the branching of
central air conditioning piping with copper Y joint.
5. Handheld Digital Thermometer
The Handheld digital thermometer is used to measure the exhaust
temperature of your HVAC system, which can help you detect
potential risks and resolve HVAC system failures in a timely manner.
6. Radiator Fin Straightener
During HVAC repairs, you may find that the fins of your outdoor unit are
bent out of shape.
You can use a radiator fin straightener to smooth out the misshapen
fins, which will ensure the heat transfer efficiency of the evaporator or
condenser.
7. Core Removal
Core removal can help you easily replace your repair spool.
8. Manifold Gauges
Core removal can help you easily replace your repair spool.
You can see how to use core removal here.
Manifold gauge is used to check the pressure of the HVAC system
and to change the refrigerant.
9. Filter Puller
The purpose of the filter puller is to give you a holding point when
you change the filter.
It depends on your job. If you are not in the business of changing
filters in your HVAC system, then you don’t need a filter puller.
10. Caulking Gun
A caulking gun is used with caulk, it is a tool for extruding caulk. It
is mainly used to fill the gaps in ventilation ducts.
11. Thermal Imaging Tools
When you are checking for leaks, thermal imaging tools is your
best helper, it can detect leaks not only in HVAC outdoor units but
also in HVAC lines.
In short, it works very well.
12. leak detector
The main purpose of the leak detector is to detect refrigerant leaks
in the HVAC system.
There are many ways to detect refrigerant leaks, such as nitrogen
holding pressure.
13. Flushing Solvent
Flushing solvent is to help you clean the line, but it is not a
necessity, you can also clean the line in other ways. For example,
wet towels. Anyway, it depends on your needs.
14. HVAC Vacuum Pump
The vacuum pump is designed to achieve the rated vacuum level in
the HVAC system. The vacuum pump is usually used with a
manifold gauge.
15. Refrigerant Recovery Machine
A refrigerant recovery machine is used to recover refrigerants from
refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
This is mainly used when servicing air conditioners.
Currently, there are many types of refrigerants used in air
conditioning systems such as R22, R32, R410a, R134a, etc.
These types of refrigerants are more damaging to the atmosphere.
These types of refrigerants are more damaging to the atmosphere
and therefore cannot be released directly into the atmosphere.
16. Refrigerant Charging Scale
A refrigerant charging scale can be used for the installation and
servicing of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
All types of air conditioners have a rated refrigerant charge.
Therefore, when charging an air conditioning system, you need to
use the refrigerant charging scale to determine the refrigerant
charge.
This is a necessary tool for refrigeration and air conditioning
installation and servicing, if you are not engaged in refrigeration and
air conditioning installation, you do not need the tool.
17. Refrigerant Scale:
A refrigerant weight scale is an essential piece of equipment for an
HVAC technician to have. A refrigerant weight scale is specifically
meant to help install and maintain air conditioning units, measuring
the weight of refrigerants when they are removed from an air
conditioning unit's compressor.
18. Flaring tools
Flaring tools use pressure to make a fabricated mechanical joint for
joining or sealing copper tubing with a flare connection. Flaring
allows you to connect tubes to each other or another kind of fitting.
Flared ends tend to have a conical shape.
19. swaging tool
Swaging tools use pressure to expand or stretch the end of a piece
of copper tubing. Once you use these tools, a tube can fit over
another of the same diameter. Then, you can make a permanent
soldered connection between them.
20. Nitrogen Regulator and Tank
Into it and use it as a pressure gas to verify you don't have any leaks
and that you're ready to evacuate. And charge the system nitrogen
is fairly inexpensive. And is a very dry.
21. Hygrometer
A hygrometer is an instrument which measures the humidity of air or
some other gas: that is, how much water vapor it contains.
HVAC Safety Tools
HVAC safety tools protect you and your team from harm.
This is a very important point, especially for new HVAC technicians
HVAC safety tools are very necessary.
This is because newcomers are not aware of the risks involved in
the maintenance process.
1.Multimeter
A multimeter can help you troubleshoot circuits. It can also
help you detect if the HVAC system circuit is charged.
2. Gloves
Safety cannot be ignored. You can save elsewhere, but when it
comes to safety, please don’t do it. So, please always have
gloves in your kit.
3. Safety Glasses
This effectively protects your eyes from splashes. Be sure
to use it.
4. Earplugs
Earplugs can effectively reduce the damage of noise to the ears.
5. Shoes
A pair of anti-smashing, anti-spike shoes is necessary because
there are too many sharp objects on the construction site.
Therefore you need a pair of comfortable labor protection shoes
to protect your feet.
6. Face Mask/Respirator
A face mask or respirator is crucial in HVAC work to protect
technicians from dust, debris, harmful chemicals, and biological
contaminants. During installation, maintenance, and repairs, these
protective devices filter out hazardous particles and fumes, ensuring
respiratory safety. They are especially important when dealing with
refrigerants, cleaning agents, mold, and insulation fibers. By wearing
the appropriate respiratory protection, HVAC professionals can
prevent respiratory illnesses and long-term health issues,
maintaining a safer and healthier working environment.
Miracle, Your Reliable Refrigeration Supplier.
About Miracle Refrigeration
Miracle Group currently has two
companies under the brands Miracle &
Surhing and HUBHVACR.
Miracle is a no-welding connection
manufacturer and supplier in China.
Miracle provides the refrigeration and air
conditioning industry with efficient, safe,
and fast connections.
HUBHVACR® manufacturing, R&D, and sales of refrigeration condensing units,
heat pump units, evaporator coils, condenser coils, etc.
We aim to provide you with a one-stop solution for commercial refrigeration
and HVAC installation.
We always remain loyal to our customers, become your partner, and offer to
consult you.
Since 2004 - 20+ Years Experience
Miracle&Suhring was founded in 2004, established a factory in 2011, and
started producing braze-free connection rings.
In 2012, it cooperated with Panasonic, in 2020 with Midea&Daikin, and in
2022 with Hisense Hitachi.
Miracle is devoted to providing you with a simple, safe, and highly efficient
way, to make the engineers and workers enjoy the installation and repair
work.
Products
Refrigeration and Air Conditioner
Refrigeration Appliances
OEM Production
Why Choose Miracle
Miracle cares about our product quality very well, so we spend
a lot of money and energy on developing and improving our
products to fulfill the market well.
Now we have our patents in China and the USA, and we are
still working on every detail to improve the performance and
reduce the cost.
With 20 years of experience and a professional technical
team, we are confident to provide satisfactory refrigeration
solutions to meet your requirements.
Miracle will be your right cooperative partner!
If you are looking for a pipe connection expert, Miracle
will be your first choice; send your next project now.
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