Superior Tool Company 03943 Compression Sleeve Puller and Sleeve Remover for 1/2-Inch Compression Fittings Only

Exceeded expectations. Worked every time for pulling ferrules from 4 copper stubouts with no pipe damage.

I removed several rings VERY smoothly. My original rings were not over tightened. First fully thread the tool into the rear compression nut. Next, I normally twist the t-handle until it becomes difficult to turn and then I pause. I then back off the t-handle a little until it becomes slightly loose. Next, I back off the rear compression nut a little and then retighten the tool using the t-handle until it becomes difficult to turn again. Again back-off the T-handle a bit and repeat after further loosening the compression nut until the compression ring eventually is pulled smoothly off the copper pipe. I avoid over tightening because this is where the t-handle or pipe may become damaged.When installing the new angle stop, I fully oil the new ring, compression ring, angle stop threads, and pipe with oil before tightening the nut at least a 3/4 turn past hand tight. I use two good size adjustable wrenches to complete this very firm/snug compression. Always fine sand pipe end before installing new angle stops.

Tool works as it should, only "issue" I had with it is the handle. Most tools that have a handle like this, allow the pin to slide from side to side incase you're working up against a tight space. This tool does not- the handle is fixed to the center. However, one good strike with a hammer knocked the pin out, and I was able to use the tool by end for ending the pin each rotation.

Unlike other reviewed tools of similar design that aren't made for American fittings (watch out for any product that calls a ferrule an "olive", like they do in the UK) the diameter and thread pitch of this puller will fully engage any 1/2" compression fitting sold by a typical USA hardware store like Home Depot. Some removers that slip behind the nut don't work as well because: 1) If you have a short stub out (extending barely beyond the wall or escutcheon), you might not have enough clearance, 2) The traction force applied to slide the ferrule off is not completely centered over the pipe, making it less efficient and increasing the chance of deforming it (yes, it happened to me when using a tool of that design!), 3) Once screwed in place, the puller won't slip off the pipe while tightening, allowing easier removal with one hand. Especially in case the previous installer over tightened the fitting, as a precaution I spray a penetrating lubricant on the ferrule (like liquid wrench), and let it sit for a few minutes before slowly turning the crossbar on the puller to help it slide off.

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I was about to tackle the task of changing 6 shut off valves and watched numerous YouTube videos to see what tools I needed or what issues I might come across. I’m a 42 year old female who has never had any kind of plumbing experience other than changing shower heads.After seeing there would be a compression sleeve that would be a little difficult to remove without a tool, I decided to buy this one (per recommendation from one of the videos I watched) even before I started. I was looking for something that would make it easy to remove without have to try to be careful and cut into it because I just KNOW I’d screw it up somehow.This tool did the trick! Super easy to use. The compression sleeve came off with ease. After sweating, huffing and puffing to remove the 25 year old rusted valves, this part of the process was the easiest. Just slip the tool into the pipe, screw the nut onto it and twist it off.I was also changing out my whole sink so I feel I gave myself more space to work with, but it still had plenty of room to do the job. Just be sure the pipe is 1/2” as it will only work for that size!Overall I’m super happy with this tool and feel it really helped me finish my project faster than I would have without it. I don’t think I’ll be needing it anytime in the future, but I’m glad I’ll have it in my toolbox ready for the next time I need to use it!

I’ve used the bearing puller type all my life and it works great. Was looking at getting another one and saw this kizmo. I was like, why not. First time trying it I had to ream the inside of the copper pipe about 3 seconds to get it to fit better. After that it worked like a charm. Money well spent. Just wish I had invented this instead.

This is essential when you got compression fittings. It’s absolutely saved me and well worth the money.