The Milwaukee 2473-22 M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tool Kit with Jaws and M12 Cordless Copper Tubing Cutter is a compact plumbing tool kit for copper pipe installation and service work. This is a press tool kit designed for copper press connections and copper tubing cutting. Model Number: 2473-22-2471-20. If you want a lighter setup for service calls, remodel work, and installed pipe where space is limited, this kit gives you both the pressing side and the cutting side in one M12 platform package.

The press tool is the part of this kit that makes the biggest difference on the job. Milwaukee built it around a one-handed, in-line layout, which is exactly what you want when you are reaching behind fixtures, between studs, or under sinks. At only 3.8 lbs for the press tool, it is easier to control in awkward positions than larger press systems. The balanced shape helps you line up on fittings without feeling like the tool is trying to twist out of your hand.

Milwaukee also added practical feedback features that matter more than flashy specs. REDLINK electronics monitor force output to help deliver consistent press connections, and the press indicator gives you visual confirmation of a secure connection. That is useful on repetitive install work because it helps reduce second-guessing after each cycle. The auto-cycle function is there for the same reason: full press cycles with clear confirmation instead of hoping the connection finished correctly.

The included press jaws cover 1/2 inch, 3/4 inch, and 1 inch copper sizes, which hits the pipe sizes many plumbers and mechanical contractors use every day. Interchangeable jaws let you move between common fitting sizes without changing tools. When used with Milwaukee M12 FORCE LOGIC press jaws, the system is stated to work with major fitting brands including Viega ProPress Systems, Elkhart APOLLOXPRESS, and Grinnell G-Press copper systems.

The M12 Cordless Copper Tubing Cutter rounds out the kit in a way that makes sense for real field work. It runs at 500 RPM and is designed to cut copper tubing up to 10 times faster than conventional cutters. More importantly, it automatically adjusts for Type K, L, and M copper from 3/8 inch to 1 inch, and the rotating head lets you cut installed pipe with as little as 1-1/2 inches of clearance. That is the kind of detail that saves time when you are not working on open bench stock but on existing plumbing inside finished spaces.

Milwaukee did not ignore durability on the cutter either. The cutting head is metal, corrosion and rust resistant, and sealed for water protection. There is also electronic overload protection, a built-in LED light for darker work areas, and an onboard battery fuel gauge so you can keep an eye on charge level before climbing into the next tight spot. The claimed runtime is up to 200 cuts per charge, which makes this a practical service tool instead of something you have to baby through the day.

From a system standpoint, this kit is firmly aimed at users already in or willing to get into the M12 battery platform. The included M12 REDLITHIUM batteries and charger mean you can get to work right away, and the bigger advantage is platform continuity. Milwaukee positions this as part of an M12 system where you can cut, fasten, and connect on one battery family, which is a real benefit for service vans and lighter-load jobsite setups where space matters.

Who should buy it? Plumbers, mechanical contractors, remodelers, and service techs are the obvious fit. If your work involves copper press fittings and installed tubing in finished spaces, this kit makes a lot of sense. If you mainly work on open commercial runs and want maximum size range above 1 inch, you may need a larger dedicated press setup. But for mobility, access, and common copper sizes, this Milwaukee plumbing kit is built for the work most guys actually run into every week.

A smart M12 setup for copper press work and fast service calls

The Milwaukee 2473-22 M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tool Kit with Jaws and M12 Cordless Copper Tubing Cutter is the kind of plumbing kit that earns its keep when access is tight and you do not want to drag around full-size press gear.

• Who it's for: Plumbers, remodelers, and service techs working on copper pipe who need a compact press tool and a fast tubing cutter for installed lines.
• Why it stands out: The press tool is light, one-handed, and designed for real access problems, while the included cutter makes the whole kit feel complete instead of half-finished.
• Worth knowing: This setup is strongest in the common copper sizes included with the jaws. If your day is mostly larger pipe, you may want a bigger dedicated press system.

• What battery platform does this kit use? It uses the Milwaukee M12 battery platform and includes M12 REDLITHIUM batteries and an M12 charger.
• What copper tubing sizes can the included cutter handle? The cutter is designed for Type K, L, and M copper tubing from 3/8 inch to 1 inch.
• Can the cutter work in tight spaces? Yes. The rotating cutting head is designed to cut installed copper pipe with as little as 1-1/2 inches of clearance.
• What fitting systems is the press tool stated to work with? With M12 FORCE LOGIC press jaws, it is stated to work with major copper fitting brands including Viega ProPress Systems, Elkhart APOLLOXPRESS, and Grinnell G-Press copper systems.