Reed knows how to cut a good thread and high speed steel (HSS) R12+ Segmental Dies show this with cutting edges manufactured in-house by precision CNC machinery. The 1/2” through 2” die segments are available in NPT, NPSM, NPT for PVC, and BSPT. The segmental die design enables smooth chip flow and easy cutting. R12+ die sets are replaceable parts for Reed R12+ Dropheads, as well as the following Ridgid® dropheads: 12-R, 00-R, 111-R, 0-R, 11-R, 30A and 31A threaders. Segmental dies are sold in full sets of four.
R12+ Dropheads ship completely assembled and ready to use with HSS segmental dies already in place. R12+ Dropheads can be used manually with the ratchet ring and handle (#05638) or with Reed’s 700PD and 701PD Power Drives. R12+ dropheads are interchangeable with Ridgid® 12-R dropheads and can also be utilized in the Ridgid 700 power drive.
R12+ Drophead Threader Sets include complete dropheads in sizes from ½” to 2” NPT, NPSM, BSPT or for PVC (NPT thread). Each drophead threader set has a ratchet ring and handle. In addition, the Reed R12+ ratcheting ring (#05638) accepts all Ridgid® 12-R dropheads. All drophead threader sets thread steel pipe, except R12PVC-6 and R12PVC-6-BOX which thread PVC pipe.
Reed offers high speed steel (HSS) dies for the price of competitor’s
alloy dies: a 10%+ cost savings. Reed R12+ series is made in USA. HSS dies last longer than alloy dies, especially if used with Power Drives.
Reed’s dropheads are designed for improved chip flow and easier cutting. Reed’s are up to 10% less expensive than comparable 12-R dropheads with HSS dies.