Mastercool 71500-A Hydra-Krimp Original Patented Hydraulic, A/C Hose Crimper
- The Mastercool 71500-A Hydra-Krimp is a hydraulic hose crimping kit designed to crimp barbed and beaded fittings on standard and reduced barrier A/C hoses in hose sizes #6, #8, #10, #12; it delivers over 10,000 PSI of hydraulic pressing force and comes with a 3-year tool warranty.
- Features:
- Includes a full die set for hose sizes #6 (5/16 inch), #8 (13/32 inch), #10 (1/2 inch), #12 (5/8 inch) for both standard and reduced barrier hoses, allowing precise crimps for a variety of hose types.
- Hydraulic hand-held pump delivers over 10,000 PSI, enabling proper field or shop use with minimal effort per crimp.
- Die-snap design requires no pins or screws, simplifying setup and reducing downtime during hose fabrication or repair.
- OE style six-segmented crimp ensures leak-free, factory-quality connections when used with compatible fittings and hoses.
- Includes:
- Hydra-Krimp Pump (71500-001AB)
- Hydra-Krimp Yoke (71500-001B)
- Complete Die Set Assembly, 7-piece (71500-001C)
- Die Set #6 Standard (5/16 inch) (71500-6)
- Die Set #8 Standard (13/32 inch) (71500-8)
- Die Set #10 Standard (1/2 inch) (71500-10)
- Die Set #12 Standard (5/8 inch) (71500-12)
- Die Set #6 Reduced Barrier (5/16 inch) (71500-6SRB)
- Die Set #10 Reduced Barrier (1/2 inch) (71500-10SRB)
- Die Set #12 Reduced Barrier (5/8 inch) (71500-12SRB)
- Custom Molded Box (71500-PB)
- Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Mastercool
- Part Number: 71500-A
- Crimping Capacity: hose sizes #6, #8, #10, #12 standard and reduced barrier
- Hydraulic Pressure Rating: over 10,000 PSI
- Crimp Type: barbed and beaded fittings with OE six-segmented style
- Operation: hydraulic hand-held pump, dies snap in without pins or screws
- Case Type: custom molded box for portability
- Warranty: 3-year tool warranty
- System Compatibility: works on automotive A/C hoses standard and reduced barrier; for fabricating or repairing A/C hose assemblies
- The Hydra-Krimp can also be referred to as OE style A/C hose crimper, hydraulic hose crimping kit, high-pressure A/C hose crimper tool, reduced barrier hose crimper, barbed fitting crimper.
Mastercool is a family-owned manufacturer of professional HVAC/R and automotive A/C service tools and equipment, including manifolds, gauges, vacuum pumps, recovery units, leak detectors, and fittings.
Q: What hose sizes are supported?
A: It supports hose sizes #6, #8, #10, #12 both for standard hoses and reduced barrier hoses.
Q: What pressure does it generate?
A: The hydraulic pump delivers over 10,000 PSI of crimping force, sufficient for professional A/C hose fabrication and repair tasks. Verified from manufacturer specifications.
Q: Is it suitable for field work or mobile service?
A: Yes, its hand-held hydraulic design, snap-in dies, and custom molded case make it portable and well suited for shop or field service.
