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TLE – IA (Plumbing NC I)
Activity Sheet
Quarter 4 – C 3.1 & 3.5
Proper Use of Plumbing Hand Tools

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

TLE 9 - IA (Plumbing NC I)
Learning Activity Sheet No. 4
First Edition, 2021

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TLE 9 - IA (Plumbing NC I) Activity Sheet

Proper Use of Plumbing Hand Tools

I. Learning Competency with Code

3.1 Pack joints firmly in accordance with the job requirement
3.5Proper use of plumbing hand tools (TLE_IAPB9MP-IVa-j3)

II. Background Information for Learners

Proper Use of Plumbing Hand Tools

Hand Tools

The term ‘hand tools’ means tools that are

not powered by any electricity. They are actuated
by using your hands only. Typical hand tools that
you would use for plumbing tasks include
hammers, screwdrivers, hacksaws, pliers, and
cutters. You technically could complete just about
any job with them, but it may take more time.

1. Nipple extractor

This is one of the most useful plumbing tools every

plumber or even a homeowner should have for simple
plumbing repairs.

With this ½ inch Nipple extractor, you have a very

useful tool for extracting or removing broken pipe nipples
and fittings from galvanized or gas piping.

It is great for removing broken shower arm threads.

Simply place the nipple extractor in the broken pipe. Use
something to tap it a few times to sink it in a little and set the
teeth. Then use a wrench in a counterclockwise motion to
remove it from the pipe.

2. Portable self-igniting gas welding torch

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 Every plumber needs this in his toolbox. It is a portable self-igniting gas welding torch
you can use for carrying out heat soldering tasks, heat treating, brazing large diameter
copper pipes, thawing pipes, removing tile and paint, and even melting gold/silver and other
metals.

Apart from plumbing, you will find it useful for air condition installation and repair,
automobile repair and bodyworks and other DIY home improvement projects and crafts at
home.

3. Adjustable wrench

With this adjustable wrench by Proferred

Tools, you don’t have to buy a whole set of
wrenches of different sizes for your plumbing
projects.

It features a super-thin head design that

allows you to use it in limited and narrow spaces
conveniently. It’s ideal for plumbing, air condition
installation and repair, and automotive projects.

4. Copper pipe and tubing cutter

Plumbers make use of different types of pipes, which means you will need a way to
cut these pipes. Pipe and tube cutters allow you to do this easily.

It is designed with a ratchet hand to allow you cut with it even in tight and confined
spaces.

5. Cartridge puller

Leaky faucets are one of the common problems every homeowner faces. If you want
to repair the leak by yourself, then you need to install a new cartridge. This cartridge puller
helps you remove or pull out old or damaged cartridges so that you can install a new one to
close the leak and save water.

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6. Pipe crimping tool

Crimping metal pipes allows you to slip one end of the pipe or tube into another end,
making them fit tight and snug. A pipe crimping tool is a must have if you really want to call
yourself a plumber, or if you want to take care of the plumbing projects in your home.

7. Tectite 69 Push-To-Connect Fittings Removal Tool

This steel constructed push-to-connect fittings removal tool does what the name says
it does. It is a very good tool for easy removal of push-to-connect fittings.

8. Faucet and sink wrench

This simple faucet and sink wrench might not look like much, but I believe it is a
must-have tool that will really make your job as a plumber easier.

Especially when installing faucets and sinks. It allows you to fasten and remove hard-
to-reach mounting nuts on sinks, faucets, sprayers, and ball cocks, and makes everything
easy due to its miniature size.

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9. Straight pipe wrench set

Talking about plumbing tools, I am not sure you can call yourself a plumber without
this one in your toolbox. A straight pipe wrench is suitable for any kind of pipe work and it is
a must-have tool every plumber should have.

Having a set of different sizes is recommended so you can choose the wrench
according to the size and type of pipe you are working with.

10. Offset hex wrench

A wrench is one of the most common plumbing tools you’ll find with any plumber. As
a plumber, you’re going to have to get different type of wrenches for your projects. One of
them is this offset hex wrench.

It provides multi-sided and secure grip on all hex nuts, unions, valve packing nuts,
square nuts, and pipes.

11. Telescoping basin wrench

The telescoping basin wrench is a very useful

tool for plumbers, applicable for under-sink repairs and
installations. The handle telescopes so you can adjust
the length to suit your application.

12. Internal pvc pipe cutter

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 This internal pvc pipe cutter works with any electric drill to help you cut pipes that can
not be cut with any other means due to their inaccessible location.

When other normal pipe cutting tools do not work, this is the tool you turn to. It is
used for cutting internal pvc, CPVC, ABS and other types of pipes.

You might not need it all the time, but when you finally do, no other tool can replace
it. So, it is important you have one of these, neatly kept in your toolbox.

13. Jam-Bar Toilet Bolt lock wrench

Corrosion and other elements including human

error can make it almost impossible to remove toilets
and tanks as the bolt starts to spin when you try to
loosen it.

With this Jam-Bar bolt and lock wrench, you

can hold the bold in place without it spinning while you
remove the nut. It’s a very useful tool every plumber
will surely appreciate.

14. Adjustable plumbing pliers

This single adjustable plumbing

plier can replace your whole set of pliers.
You can adjust the size of the V-jaws
which allow you to grip and clamp
different sizes of nuts, bolts, pipes,
fasteners, and fittings without slipping.

15. Automatic cordless drain clog

remover

Every homeowner needs a drain clog

remover like this one, because drains clog up
all the time, and if you do not have the tool to
clear the clog, you are going to have to call a
plumber to help you with it.

With this automatic cordless drain

clog remover, you do not have to wait hours
and even days for a plumber to clear your
drain.

It is ideal for clearing all types of drains including kitchen sinks, bathroom, show,
downspouts, and bathtubs.

III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites (With Possible Materials for

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 experiments/activities)

 Department of Education, K to 12 Industrial Arts – Plumbing (NC I) Curriculum

Guide May 2016, Pasig City, Philippines.

 Ian Haynes, 7 Most Essential Plumbing Tools Reviewed, Informational Guide,

Plumbing Lab, December 11, 2020. https://plumbinglab.com/7-essential-
plumbing-tools/.

 Bright Ochuko, 22 Plumbing Tools You Should Have As a Beginner Plumber,

Craftsman Pro Tools, December 11, 2020.
https://craftsmanprotools.com/plumbing-tools/.

IV. Activity Proper

Activity 1

Directions: Identify the following plumbing hand tools that are being describe. Write your
answer in separate sheet of pad paper.

1. It provides multi-sided and secure grip on all hex nuts, unions, valve packing nuts,
square nuts, and pipes.
2. Very useful tool for plumbers, applicable for under-sink repairs and installations. The
handle telescopes so you can adjust the length to suit your application.
3. Helps you remove or pull out old or damaged cartridges so that you can install a new
one to close the leak and save water.
4. It features a super-thin head design that allows you to use it in limited and narrow spaces
conveniently. It’s ideal for plumbing, air condition installation and repair, and automotive
projects.
5. you have a very useful tool for extracting or removing broken pipe nipples and fittings
from galvanized or gas piping.
6. This cutter by Ridgid is designed to cut both hard and soft copper, aluminum, and brass
pipes and tubings. It was designed with a ratchet hand to allow you cut with it even in
tight and confined spaces.
7. You can adjust the size of the V-jaws which allow you to grip and clamp different sizes of
nuts, bolts, pipes, fasteners, and fittings without slipping.
8. you do not have to wait hours and even days for a plumber to clear your drain. It is ideal
for clearing all types of drains including kitchen sinks, bathroom, show, downspouts, and
bathtubs.
9. works with any electric drill to help you cut pipes that can not be cut with any other
means due to their inaccessible location.
10. It allows you to fasten and remove hard-to-reach mounting nuts on sinks, faucets,
sprayers, and ball cocks, and makes everything easy due to its miniature size.

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Activity 2

Directions: Identify the following plumbing hand tools. Write your answer in separate sheet of
pad paper. Use this site as a reference: https://craftsmanprotools.com/plumbing-tools/

Source: Bright Ochuko, 22 Plumbing Tools You Should Have As a Beginner Plumber,
Craftsman Pro Tools, December 11, 2020. https://craftsmanprotools.com/plumbing-tools/.

1. Right angle drill

2. Hole saw
3. Thread seal tape
4. Reciprocating saw
5. Hack saw

V. Reflection

1. Why are the hand tools in plumbing are so important? How do we know the proper
used of its hand tools?
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VI. Answer Key

Activity 1

1. Offset Hex wrench

2. Telescoping basin wrench
3. Cartridge puller
4. Adjustable Wrench
5. Nipple Extractor
6. Copper Pipe and tubing Cutter
7. Adjustable plumbing pliers
8. Automatic Cordless drain Clog remover
9. Internal PVC Pipe Cutter
10. Faucet and Sink Wrench

Activity 2

answer may vary