Dixon 855 Hose Crimper with 5 Dies, For 31/64" to 45/64" Hose OD

This Dixon 855 hose crimper includes 5 dies to crimp standard brass or aluminum hose ferrules from 31/64" to 45/64" in diameter. The steel construction provides tool durability and the compound lever handle provides increased crimping power. This hose crimper is portable and is suitable for assembling fittings to hose.

Hose fittings connect, control, change the direction of, and terminate the flow in piping and hose systems. They are made of brass, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and other materials that resist corrosion, pressure, and wear. Hose fittings have various types of connections, including threaded, barbed, push-to-connect, dry disconnect, and others including those based on internationally-accepted specifications. Hose fittings are used in systems such as air compressors, automatic manufacturing operations, aircraft controls, and tire installation in industries including agriculture, mining, road construction, firefighting, and aviation.

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company manufactures pipe and hose fittings and accessories. The company, founded in 1916, is headquartered in Chestertown, MD.