Milwaukee 49-16-2657RX 1-1/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools

The Milwaukee 49-16-2657RX is a 1-1/8″ RLS® pivoting press ring designed to make clean, flameless copper press connections with either M18™ or M12™ FORCE LOGIC™ press tools (used with a compatible Milwaukee® Ring Jaw). Built from forged steel for long service life, the ring’s pivoting head improves access around hangers, coils, and tight mechanical spaces, while a spring-loaded mechanism helps center on the fitting quickly. Milwaukee’s press blocking system helps prevent ring/jaw mismatch before the press, supporting consistent results on linesets and refrigeration piping. By replacing sweat and solder, this ring supports faster installs, fewer hot-work steps, and predictable quality from rooftop units to equipment rooms and service calls.

Sized specifically for 1-1/8″ RLS fittings, the ring provides repeatable, controlled copper press connections for HVAC/R contractors, facility teams, and service technicians. Its compact footprint and balanced weight help with one-hand alignment in overhead or in-wall work. If your crews rely on Milwaukee FORCE LOGIC tools, this accessory adds tight-space access and day-to-day durability to your copper press workflow.

Milwaukee 1-1/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools At a Glance

• Dual-Platform Compatibility: Works with M18™ & M12™ FORCE LOGIC™ press tools (with compatible Ring Jaw).
• Pivoting Ring Design: Improves access and sightlines in cramped locations.
• Flameless Copper Connections: Faster alternative to sweat and solder with less cleanup.
• Spring-Loaded Alignment: Helps the ring seat quickly and accurately on the fitting.
• Press Blocking System: Helps prevent ring & ring-jaw mismatch for reliable presses.
• Forged Steel Construction: Durable ring engineered for daily jobsite use.
• RLS® System Fit: Sized precisely for 1-1/8″ RLS copper fittings.
• Compact Dimensions: Maneuverable around coils, racks, and ceiling cavities.

Markets

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

Press technology saves time and reduces risk compared to sweating and soldering—especially in occupied buildings and tight mechanical spaces. The 49-16-2657RX gives techs the reach and control needed for consistent results: a pivoting head to work around obstructions, a spring-loaded action for fast alignment, and a blocking system that supports the correct setup before every press. Because it’s built from forged steel and sized for 1-1/8″ RLS fittings, it delivers repeatable copper press connections on the HVAC/R tasks you see most. Pair it with an M18 or M12 FORCE LOGIC press tool (and the appropriate Milwaukee Ring Jaw) to complete copper press connections quickly—without torches, fire watch, or lengthy cooldowns. For crews standardizing on copper press, this ring offers dependable performance and tight-space access in a simple, familiar setup.

Milwaukee 49-16-2657RX 1-1/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools Includes

• (1) 1-1/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring (49-16-2657RX)

Milwaukee 49-16-2657RX 1-1/8″ 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 49-16-2657RX 1-1/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools Specifications

• Manufacturer’s Part #: 49-16-2657RX
• GTIN: 00045242401550
• Ring/Jaw Size: 1-1/8 in (RLS)
• Material: Forged Steel
• Brand/Model Compatibility: Milwaukee M18™ & M12™ FORCE LOGIC™ (with compatible Ring Jaw)
• Assembled Dimensions (D × H × W): 1.48″ × 3.26″ × 3.78″
• Assembled Weight: 2.53 lb
• Package Dimensions (W × H × D): 8.50″ × 1.75″ × 12.00″
• Package Weight: 2.56 lb

Milwaukee 49-16-2657RX 1-1/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools Warranty

• Milwaukee’s 2 Year Limited Warranty

Why Customers Choose the Milwaukee 1-1/8″ RLS Pivoting Press Ring M18 & M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tools

Contractors choose this RLS pivoting press ring for reliable, flameless copper connections on 1-1/8″ fittings with either M18 or M12 FORCE LOGIC tools. The pivoting access, quick alignment, and mismatch-blocking design help deliver consistent results and reduce rework on busy HVAC/R jobs. SEO terms: 1-1/8″ RLS pivoting press ring, M18 FORCE LOGIC, M12 FORCE LOGIC, copper press connections, HVAC press tools.