{"product_id":"thorstone-45-flaring-tool-kit-for-brake-tubing-single-double-flare-5-adapters-cutter","title":"Thorstone 45° Flaring Tool Kit for Brake Tubing — Single \u0026 Double Flare, 5 Adapters, Cutter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThorstone 45° Flaring Tool for Brake Line Tubing is a compact all-in-one kit that creates precise 45-degree single and double flares in soft metal brake and tubing lines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis professional-style flaring set is built to shape copper, aluminum, brass and soft steel tubing commonly used in brake, HVAC and refrigeration systems. The kit combines a forged yoke, hardened flaring bar, five adapter sizes and a cutter inside a blow-molded case so you can prepare, clamp and form flares on-site or in a small workshop. It’s engineered to give repeatable flare geometry for secure fittings without bulky tooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Thorstone set make accurate 45° flares?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit uses a hardened flaring cone and matching adapters to form 45-degree flare angles consistently. The flaring bar clamps the tube squarely while the cone is driven into the adapter mouth, producing a clean single or double flare depending on the procedure you follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForged yoke and heat-treated flaring bar for stable clamping pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChrome-alloy swivel to reduce friction during cone insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFive adapter openings sized to match tube diameters and ensure correct flare geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes a dedicated tube cutter for clean end preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tubing sizes and materials work with this tool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThorstone’s kit supports common brake and service tubing sizes from 1\/8\" to 5\/8\" with adapter sizes for 3\/16\", 1\/4\", 5\/16\", 3\/8\" and 1\/2\". The tool is intended for soft metals such as copper, brass, aluminum and soft steel; it is not suitable for hard steels or cast iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdapters cover most automotive and HVAC tubing diameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTube cutter fits 1\/8\"–5\/8\" pipe for clean cuts before flaring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse only on malleable metals for reliable flare formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow double- or single-flare procedures for application-specific needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow portable and durable is the Thorstone flaring kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is organized in a blow-molded carrying case that keeps components secure and transportable. Components are made from heat-treated and forged steels with a chrome-alloy swivel, designed for workshop durability and repeated use when used as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlow-molded case for tidy storage and site transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat-treated flaring bar resists deformation under clamp pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForged yoke stands up to repeated tightenings without binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact footprint fits small toolboxes and vehicular trunks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included and how does it support different jobs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit bundles the essential pieces needed to cut, clamp and form single or 45° double flares without purchasing extra accessories. The range of adapters and an integrated cutter make the set flexible for automotive brake lines, HVAC lines and other fluid tubing tasks where flared fittings are used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlaring cone for forming 45° flares\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlaring bar (yoke) and forged clamping assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTube cutter suitable for 1\/8\"–5\/8\" tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFive adapter sizes covering 3\/16\"–1\/2\" tubing ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlow-molded case for organization and protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Thorstone 45° Flaring Tool is aimed at home mechanics, HVAC technicians, refrigeration hobbyists and small-shop professionals who need a portable, reliable kit for making consistent 45-degree single or double flares in soft tubing. If you work with brake lines, A\/C lines or similar malleable metal tubing and require repeatable flare geometry without industrial machinery, this set offers the necessary sizes and components for most common repair and installation jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can this tool flare hard steel tubing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. The Thorstone kit is designed for soft metals like copper, brass, aluminum and soft steel, not hardened steel or iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What tube sizes do the adapters support?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The set includes adapters for 3\/16\", 1\/4\", 5\/16\", 3\/8\" and 1\/2\" and a cutter for 1\/8\"–5\/8\" tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Thorstone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591508820153,"sku":"B088CP1FHZ","price":79.62,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0822\/3765\/3177\/files\/thorstone-front-of-kit.jpg?v=1790553694","url":"https:\/\/redleafauto.ca\/products\/thorstone-45-flaring-tool-kit-for-brake-tubing-single-double-flare-5-adapters-cutter","provider":"Redleaf Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}