Make Every Tap Count
In the ditch, productivity depends on tools that work as hard as you do. When making live service connections, speed matters, but so do control and reliability. The REED Feed Tap™ is designed to help contractors complete taps efficiently while maintaining the precision needed for quality results.
The Feed Tap performs a continuous cutting operation through the corporation stop and pipe wall in a single process. Its specialized coupon-retaining drill captures and holds the coupon during the cut, almost always preventing it from entering the water system. By combining drilling and coupon retention into one operation, crews can streamline the tapping process and spend less time handling equipment.
Versatility is another advantage on the jobsite. The Feed Tap can be used on pressurized cast iron, ductile iron, PVC, and PE pipe with the appropriate shell cutters and adapters. Instead of managing multiple tapping systems, contractors can rely on one platform for a wide range of service connection applications.
Different pipe materials require different approaches, and the Feed Tap gives operators options. When working with cast iron, ductile iron, or PE pipe, crews can use a power drill to speed up the operation and reduce physical effort. For PVC and CPVC, manual operation provides better control and helps prevent over-cutting. The result is a tool that adapts to the material rather than forcing operators to compromise.
One feature contractors appreciate is the controlled feed mechanism. It allows smooth cutter engagement through the pipe wall, helping reduce chatter and produce cleaner, more consistent taps. Better control means greater confidence, especially when working in demanding trench conditions.
Whether you’re tapping a single residential service or making multiple connections on a main extension project, consistent performance helps reduce rework, keeps crews moving, and makes it easier to stay on schedule and within budget.
The Feed Tap is built with practical features that save time and frustration. An integrated relief valve helps safely divert pressurized water during live taps, reducing unwanted spray around the work area. Maintenance is simplified with a replaceable spring pin that protects key components and can be replaced on the jobsite if needed. Replacement pins are included with every machine, helping crews stay productive.
Everything stores in a durable toolbox that keeps components organized and ready for transport between jobs. With REED shell cutters and corporation adapters readily available through distributors, crews can quickly source the tooling they need and avoid downtime.
For contractors, every tap needs to be accurate and efficient. The REED Feed Tap delivers the control, versatility, and reliability required for live service connections, helping crews work faster and complete the job with confidence.
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