Milwaukee 49-16-2652RX 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools

Built for HVAC/R copper work, the Milwaukee 49-16-2652RX is a 3/8″ RLS® pivoting press ring that delivers clean, flameless copper press connections in tight spaces. The pivoting head improves access around coils, hangers, and crowded mechanical racks, while a spring-loaded action helps the ring seat quickly on the fitting. A built-in press blocking system helps prevent ring/jaw mismatch so every press is the right press. Made from forged steel, this ring is sized for 3/8″ RLS fittings and is compatible with both M18™ and M12™ FORCE LOGIC™ press tools when paired with the correct Milwaukee Ring Jaw.

For installers and service techs, switching from sweat and solder to copper pressing cuts setup time, avoids hot-work permits, and provides repeatable results on linesets and refrigeration piping. The compact dimensions and low weight make one-hand alignment practical overhead or in-wall, helping you move faster from unit to unit.

Milwaukee 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools At a Glance

• M18™ & M12™ Compatibility: Works on both platforms with the proper Milwaukee Ring Jaw.
• Pivoting Ring Design: Better reach and sightlines in cramped locations.
• Flameless Copper Connections: Faster than sweat/solder with less cleanup.
• Spring-Loaded Alignment: Centers on the fitting quickly for consistent presses.
• Press Blocking System: Helps prevent ring/jaw mismatch before the press.
• Forged-Steel Construction: Jobsite durability for daily use.
• RLS® System Fit: Sized specifically for 3/8″ RLS copper fittings.

Markets

• HVAC/R Installation: Lineset runs and equipment change-outs without open flame.
• Commercial Refrigeration: Reliable copper presses in kitchens, grocery, and cold rooms.
• Residential HVAC: Clean connections for service and retrofit work.
• Facility Maintenance: Quick copper repairs with minimal disruption.
• Industrial MRO: Consistent, controlled joints during scheduled maintenance.
• Healthcare & Education: Flame-free work where hot-work permits are restricted.

Press technology keeps projects moving where torches slow the job or aren’t allowed. The 49-16-2652RX focuses that advantage on 3/8″ RLS fittings with a pivoting head that reaches around obstructions and a spring-loaded action that speeds alignment. When paired with an M18 or M12 FORCE LOGIC press tool and the correct Milwaukee Ring Jaw, it delivers controlled, repeatable copper press connections—no fire watch, flux, or lengthy cooldowns. Forged-steel construction stands up to daily service calls, while Milwaukee’s press blocking system supports correct setups to reduce rework. For crews standardizing on copper press tools, this ring offers dependable performance and tight-space access in a simple, familiar setup.

Milwaukee 49-16-2652RX 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools Includes

• (1) 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring (49-16-2652RX)

Milwaukee 49-16-2652RX 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools Features

• Compatible with M18™ and M12™ FORCE LOGIC™ Press Tools
• Pivoting Functionality Delivers Greater Access in Tight Applications
• Faster Alternative To Sweat and Solder
• Durable Steel Rings Provide Outstanding Life
• Designed for Use with RLS® Fitting System
• Blocking System Prevents Ring & Ring Jaw Mismatch
• Spring-Loaded Ring for Quick and Easy Alignment to Fitting

Milwaukee 49-16-2652RX 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools Specifications

• Manufacturer’s Part #: 49-16-2652RX
• GTIN: 00045242401529
• Ring Size: 3/8 in (RLS)
• Series: M12 & M18
• Compatibility: M18™ & M12™ FORCE LOGIC™ (use X4 Ring Jaw 49-16-2659X4 with M18; X3 Ring Jaw 49-16-2459X3 with M12)
• Material: Forged Steel
• Assembled Depth: 1.01 in
• Assembled Height: 2.40 in
• Assembled Width: 1.40 in
• Assembled Weight: 0.56 lb
• Package Height: 1.75 in
• Package Width: 8.50 in
• Package Depth: 12.00 in
• Package Weight: 0.60 lb

Milwaukee 49-16-2652RX 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools Warranty

• Milwaukee’s 2 Year Limited Warranty

Why Customers Choose the Milwaukee 3/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools

Contractors pick this ring because it delivers fast, flameless copper press connections in places where torches slow the job or aren’t allowed. The pivoting press ring design and spring-loaded alignment make it easier to seat on the fitting in tight spaces, while the blocking system helps prevent setup mistakes that lead to rework. The forged steel build stands up to daily use on linesets and refrigeration piping.

It also fits the tools you already own. With the correct ring jaw, the ring works on both M18 and M12 FORCE LOGIC press tools, so crews can move between installs and service calls without changing their workflow. For common 3/8″ RLS fittings, it’s a simple way to keep copper pressing consistent, clean, and efficient across the jobsite.