RectorSeal 87001 Pro-Fit Precision Flaring Kit
A bad flare is the most expensive thirty seconds in a mini split installation. Eccentric, cracked, under-torqued, over-torqued — it holds pressure on the test and lets go three months later, and the callback costs more than the tool ever did. The RectorSeal 87001 replaces the hand-cranked flare block with five color-coded bits that chuck into a drill and cut a standard 45° flare in seconds. Sizes run 1/4" through 3/4", they work on copper and aluminum line sets, and they arrive in a see-through case that shows at a glance whether a bit is missing.
Is the Precision Flaring Kit Right for Your Crew?
The case for a drill-driven flaring tool is consistency, not just speed. A manual flare block depends on how square the tube sits in the die, how evenly the cone is driven, and how much attention the tech is paying at the end of a long day. The 87001's bits do the same job the same way every time, which matters most on multi-head jobs where a single weak flare out of eight determines whether you come back.
Check your driver before ordering. The bits are designed to run at 2,000 RPM or higher — a low-speed drill will not produce a proper flare. Standard tube preparation still applies: cut square, deburr inside and out, and slip the flare nut on before you form the flare, because there is no recovering from forgetting it.
Ideal for: Mini split and ductless crews doing repeat flare connections, multi-head installs where consistency across every joint matters, service techs replacing failed field flares, and any shop that wants flare quality to stop depending on who is holding the tool.
Need to swage rather than flare? See the RectorSeal 87011 Pro-Fit Precision Swaging Kit. To skip the flare at the equipment connection entirely, the Pro-Fit sockets land a lineset on a flare port with no flaring at all.
This is a power tool accessory set. Use it with eye protection and in accordance with RectorSeal's instructions and your drill or driver manufacturer's guidance. Refrigerant work must be performed by an EPA 608-certified technician. Request free sizing assistance, contact Budget Heating, or call 813-885-7999.
What's Included
| Kit | 87001 — Pro-Fit Precision Flaring Kit (one complete kit) |
|---|---|
| Bits Included | Five color-coded flaring bits |
| Size Range | 1/4" through 3/4" |
| Flare Type | Standard 45° Flare |
| Power Requirement | Drill or driver rated 2,000 RPM or higher |
| Compatible Materials | Copper and Aluminum Line Sets |
| Case | Rugged see-through carrying case |
| Warranty | RectorSeal minimum 3-year limited warranty, no registration required |
| Case Quantity | 4 kits per manufacturer case |
| Sold As | One complete kit |
Sold as a single complete kit — all five bits and the case. The see-through lid is a small thing that pays off on a job site: you can see whether a bit is missing without opening the box. This is a conventional flaring tool rather than part of the push-to-connect fitting system, so it produces flares for standard flare connections on any equipment. Related tools are grouped under Tools of The Trade.
Flaring Bit & Kit Features
Five Color-Coded Bits
- Covers 1/4" through 3/4" tubing
- Color coding identifies each size at a glance
- Produces a standard 45° flare
- Chucks directly into a drill or driver
- Forms a flare in seconds rather than by hand cranking
- Repeatable geometry independent of operator technique
- Works on copper and on aluminum line sets
- Suited to compression and flare fitting connections
- Alternative to a manual flare block and yoke
- Designed for mini split and HVAC/R field work
Kit & Jobsite Practicality
- Rugged see-through case shows the full bit set at a glance
- Compact enough to carry to the equipment rather than the van
- Removes the flare block setup from every connection
- Consistent results across multi-head installations
- Reduces the leading cause of mini split refrigerant leaks
- Requires a 2,000 RPM or faster drill or driver
- No calibration or adjustment between sizes
- Backed by a minimum 3-year RectorSeal limited warranty
- No warranty registration required
- Cased 4 kits per manufacturer box
Specifications & Manuals
The documentation above covers the Pro-Fit Quick Connect fitting range. This flaring kit is a Pro-Fit branded tool rather than a push-to-connect fitting, and its own instruction sheet ships in the case.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bits come in the 87001 and what sizes?
Five color-coded bits covering 1/4" through 3/4" — the five common line set sizes in that range. Color coding lets you grab the right one without reading a stamp.
What drill do I need to run the 87001?
A drill or driver rated 2,000 RPM or higher. Below that speed the bit will not form a proper flare, so check your tool's rating before buying the kit.
Does the 87001 make 45-degree SAE flares?
Yes — it produces the standard 45° flare used throughout HVAC/R for flare and compression connections. It is not a tool for 37° JIC flares.
Can the 87001 flare aluminum line sets?
Yes. RectorSeal specifies the kit for copper and aluminum line sets, which matters on the coated aluminum tubing increasingly common on residential ductless installs.
Is the 87001 part of the Pro-Fit quick connect system?
It carries the Pro-Fit name but it is a conventional flaring tool, not a push-to-connect fitting. It makes flares for standard flare connections. If the goal is to avoid flaring at the equipment altogether, the Pro-Fit sockets do that instead.
What warranty does the 87001 carry?
RectorSeal provides a minimum three-year limited warranty with no registration required. Refer to RectorSeal's published warranty terms for the full conditions.
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