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Nondestructive pipe extraction tool?

Nondestructive pipe extraction tool?

Nondestructive pipe extraction tool?

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I have an application where a pipe has a component threaded onto the OD of the pipe.  The ID of the pipe is available but the rest of the stationary pipe is not exposed.  This pipe is similar to a 2" sch 80 steel pipe.  The inside of the pipe is slightly rough, but I cannot allow it to be distorted or damaged.

I would like to find a tool that fits inside the open end of the pipe and uses friction to grab the pipe and allow us to untorque the component threaded on the outside.

If such a tool exists I would greatly appreciate pointers on the name of the tool or who supplies such an item.

Thanks,

David

RE: Nondestructive pipe extraction tool?

Google "Internal pipe wrench", and I think you'll find what you're looking for. Your local plumbing supply house should have them.

Regards,

donf

RE: Nondestructive pipe extraction tool?

(OP)
Thank you, those search terms are turning up pages of useful options.

Funny how you can search on *nearly* the exact same search words and never come across a single useful hit.  There's just that much stuff out there.

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