Park Tool PP-1.2 Brake Piston Press

Park Tool PP-1.2 Brake Piston Press Park Tool

Park Tool PP-1.2 Brake Piston Press

Park Tool PP-1.2 Brake Piston Press

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What Does the PP-1.2 Brake Piston Press Do?

The Park Tool PP-1.2 Brake Piston Press is used to retract disc brake caliper pistons before installing new brake pads or after bleeding a brake. Its flat, tool-grade nylon face spreads pressure evenly across the piston face without scratching or gouging the piston surface, and the slim profile gives you access to calipers that have limited clearance around the pads. The PP-1.2 is designed to work cleanly on hydraulic disc brakes across road, gravel, and mountain bike systems without contaminating the pistons with grease or metal contact.

Replacing disc brake pads correctly requires pushing the pistons fully back into the caliper bore before the new, thicker pads will fit. The PP-1.2 makes that step straightforward without the risk of using a screwdriver or other improvised tool that can damage the piston face or introduce contamination to the brake system.

$20.95
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Specifications

  • Function: Hydraulic disc brake caliper piston retraction
  • Contact Face: Tool-grade nylon, non-marring
  • Compatible: Road, gravel, and mountain bike hydraulic disc calipers

FAQ

When do I need to retract the brake pistons?

You need to retract pistons when installing new brake pads, when pistons have extended too far after a bleed, or when reinstalling a wheel after pad contamination requires a reset.

Can I use a tire lever or screwdriver instead of the PP-1.2?

You can, but doing so risks scratching the piston, unevenly retracting the pistons, or introducing contamination. The PP-1.2 is designed to do the job cleanly every time.

Does the PP-1.2 work on both single and dual-piston calipers?

Yes. The PP-1.2 is sized and shaped to retract pistons in single, dual, and quad-piston hydraulic disc calipers.

Best For

Any cyclist or mechanic doing brake pad changes or brake bleeds on hydraulic disc brake systems. An inexpensive tool that prevents expensive piston and caliper damage.

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