Hilmor Orbital Flare flaring tool 3/16"–3/4" Grey/Black — precise 45° HVAC/R flares, clutch stop

The Hilmor Orbital Flare creates precise 45° flares on soft metals from 3/16" to 3/4" for HVAC and refrigeration lines.

Built for technicians who demand repeatable, leak-resistant joints, this compact flaring tool handles copper, aluminum, brass and soft steel with consistent results. The Orbital Flare combines a clutch-style stop, spring-assisted bar opening, and indexed tubing stops to accelerate workshop and job-site flaring while minimizing tube damage.

How accurate are the flares made with this tool?

The Hilmor Orbital Flare is engineered to produce uniform 45-degree flares that align with common HVAC and refrigeration fittings. A built-in tubing stop and detented yoke alignment help set the correct flare height and maintain concentricity, reducing the need for rework.

• Produces standard 45° flares suitable for HVAC/R fittings
• Tubing stop sets consistent flare height for repeatable results
• Detents and screw bar maintain yoke alignment to prevent wobble

Which pipe materials and sizes can it handle?

This flaring tool works on soft metals commonly used in refrigeration and HVAC lines, including copper, aluminum, brass and soft steel. It accepts tubing from 3/16" up to 3/4", covering the most frequently used diameters for service and installation tasks.

• Compatible with copper, aluminum, brass and soft steel tubing
• Swages and flares sizes: 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2", 5/8", 3/4"
• Compact footprint fits tight spaces at 8.5" long

What features make it easy and safe to use?

Several user-focused details simplify operation and protect tubing integrity. A spring-loaded clothespin-style block opens the flare bar quickly for fast tube placement, while the clutch mechanism stops when the correct flare is formed, reducing the risk of over-flaring or cracking the tube.

• Spring-loaded block for rapid opening and secure clamping
• Clutch clicks when the flare is complete to avoid overdrive
• Ergonomic handle for controlled tightening and comfortable use

How portable and durable is the tool for field work?

The Orbital Flare packs professional features into a durable, jobsite-ready body that weighs about 3.8 lbs. Its compact dimensions and robust construction let technicians carry it in a service bag and rely on it under typical field conditions.

• Rugged build balanced for workshop and on-site use
• Measures approximately 8.5" × 4.6" × 5.3" for easy storage
• Lightweight at 3.8 lbs for convenient transport

Who this tool is for: HVAC and refrigeration technicians, service contractors, and installers who need a reliable, repeatable flaring solution for soft-metal tubing. If you work with line sets, fittings and repair jobs that require clean 45° flares across multiple tube sizes and materials, the Hilmor Orbital Flare is designed to speed up setups, reduce scrap, and provide consistent results on the job.