5 best kd tools tube cutters

Product description

A handy tool for working in tight and cramped spaces, the RIDGID 40617 Close Quarters Tubing Cutter is a must have for any plumber's toolbox. This tube cutter is specially designed for use in restricted spaces on small diameter tubing. Rollers feature grooves for close-to-flare cuts. Constructed for durability and ease of use, it has strong yet lightweight slide and wheel housing and a large knurled feed screw knob that produces clean cuts through easy control of cutting pressure.

The metal tube cutter includes a spare cutter wheel in the knob for maximum uptime.

This RIDGID tubing cutter has a 1/4-inch to 1-1/8-inch cutting capacity and effectively cuts hard and soft copper, aluminum, brass and plastic tubing.

RIDGID covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool.

Since 1923, RIDGID has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Every tool that bears the RIDGID brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength and endurance, as was that first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago.

From the Manufacturer

Since 1923, Ridgid has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Every tool that bears the Ridgid brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength and endurance as was that first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago. Ridgid covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool. The Ridgid 40617 is a tubing cutting with a capacity of 1/2-Inch to 2-Inch and is specifically designed for use in restricted spaces on small diameter, hard and soft copper, aluminum, brass and plastic tubing; rollers include grooves for close-to-flare cuts. It has a strong, lightweight slide and wheel housing, large knurled feed screw knob gives easy control of cutting pressure for clean cuts. This cutter includes a spare cutter wheel in the knob

• Designed for use in restricted spaces on small diameter hard and soft copper, aluminum, brass and plastic tubing
• Strong, lightweight slide and wheel housing and large knurled feed screw knob ensure easy control of cutting pressure for clean cuts
• Rollers include grooves for close-to-flare cuts
• Tubing cutter has a 1/4-inch to 1-1/8-inch (6 mm to 28 mm) cutting capacity
• Includes spare cutter wheel in knob

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work on fiber glass arrows
Answer:	The tig torch will have a separate outside gas hose to use while the MIG is all internal
Question:	Can this cut most pipes
Answer:	3-year warranty
Question:	I'm digging up a water main that's copper and is thicker than hvac copper. Will this cut it nice and clean? It's
Answer:	Yes this machine can run with 7018 electrodes.
Question:	Can this cut 1" brass pipe? The Outside diameter of 1" brass pipe is 1.32". Thanks
Answer:	Hello, Thank you for your message. The welder that you are referring to can weld up to 3/8” thick steel. Regards,

Product features

Achieve Clean Cuts in Tight and Cramped Spaces

An essential tool for working in tight and cramped spaces, the RIDGID 101 Close Quarters Tubing Cutter is a handy tool for any plumber's toolbox. With tough cutting jobs in mind, this metal tube cutter is specially designed for use in restricted spaces on small diameter tubing. Constructed for durability and ease of use, the tube cutter has strong yet lightweight slide-and-wheel housing and a large knurled feed screw knob that produces clean cuts through easy control of cutting pressure.

Ideal for Restricted Spaces

RIDGID Close Quarter Tubing Cutters are specifically designed for use in tight and cramped spaces on small diameter tubing.

Durable and Easy-Use Design

Tube cutter features a strong yet lightweight slide­-and-wheel housing and a large knurled feed screw knob that produces clean cuts through easy control of cutting pressure.

Grooved Rollers

For added versatility, the rollers on this tubing cutter feature grooves that allow for close-to-flare cuts.

Works with a Variety of Materials

The RIDGID 101 tubing cutter has a 1/4-inch to 1-1/8-inch cutting capacity and is suitable for use with hard and soft copper, aluminum, brass and plastic.

Handy Spare Wheel

The 101 metal tube cutter works with the RIDGID E3469 Cutter Wheel; tube cutter includes a convenient spare cutter wheel in the knob for maximum uptime.

Full Lifetime Warranty

RIDGID tools are built to last and come standard with the best warranty in the industry. Our reputation for superior quality and durability allows us to stand behind our tools with the RIDGID Full Lifetime Warranty against defects in workmanship and material. Should your tool ever malfunction from defects in workmanship or materials, we will repair or replace the tool free of charge.

Product description

Designed for optimal performance, the RIDGID 29963 Stainless Steel Tubing Cutter quickly and easily cuts stainless steel tube to the length you need. Featuring an innovative design, the tube cutter has 6 individual bearings that replace traditional rollers. These bearings create a smoother cut and allow for increased speed around the tube. Also, helping deliver a smoother cut, the specially designed stainless steel cutter wheel contains bearings in the hub, decreasing drag around the tube.

The tubing cutter has a contoured frame that allows for easy alignment while adjusting the cutter to make a cut, and it is equipped with an ergonomic knob for easy adjustments. Built for maximum performance, the cutter now includes an X-CEL knob design for quicker cutting.

This steel tube cutter has a 1/4-inch to 1-3/8-inch cutting capacity.

RIDGID covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool.

Since 1923, RIDGID has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Every tool that bears the RIDGID brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength and endurance, as was that first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago.

From the Manufacturer

Since 1923, Ridgid has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Every tool that bears the Ridgid brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength and endurance, as that was first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago. Ridgid covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool. The Ridgid 29963 35S Steel tubing cutter has been designed for optimized performance on stainless steel tubes. It has six-individual bearings that replace the traditional rollers. The bearings create a smoother cut and allow for increased speed around the tube. Also it has ergonomic knobs that allow for easy adjustments

• 6 individual bearings replace traditional rollers, creating a smoother cut and allowing for increased speed around the tube
• Contoured frame allows for easy alignment while adjusting the cutter to make a cut
• Features a specially designed stainless steel cutter wheel that contains bearings in the hub, decreasing drag around the tube for a smoother cut
• Ergonomic knob allows for easy adjustments
• Steel tube cutter has a 1/4-inch to 1-3/8-inch (6 mm to 35 mm) cutting capacity

User questions & answers

Question:	What size do they cut
Answer:	Yes.Easy to use Cutter! Improted Blade form Japan，I have strength problems with my hands, but this cutter is so easy to use and provides clean cuts on PVC pipes and plastic tubing every time. This has been an incredible time-saver in putting my automatic watering system together for my hydroponic vertical garden. I highly recommend this cutter and to me, worth every dollar. Just a great performing tool.
Question:	Can this be used for copper and aluminum as well
Answer:	Try the manufacture web site.
Question:	does anyone know the total width of the rollers
Answer:	Yes. I used this to make about 70 cuts on 1" pvc. Wear gloves. Sometimes the handles pinch at the end of the squeeze. I learned the hard way after the 1st 10. I like this pipe cutter because of the price, light weight and bright color. I like brighter color tools as I get older. Easier to find in the garage.
Question:	will this cut a schedule 40 1" steel pipe (OD
Answer:	Yes, I have used it on pex tubing.

Product features

RIDGID Model 35S Stainless Steel Tubing Cutter

These tubing cutters have been designed for optimized performance on Stainless Steel tube.

A contoured frame allows for easy alignment while adjusting the cutter to make a cut.

• Ergonomic knob allows for easy adjustments.
• Now includes X-CEL Knob for quicker cutting.
• Six individual bearings in the 15-SI and 35S and 12 in the 65S replace traditional rollers. The bearings create a smoother cut, and allow for increased speed around the tube.
• Specially designed Stainless Steel cutter wheel in 35S and 65S contains bearings in the hub, to decrease drag around the tube for a smoother cut.

Product description

Since our beginning, GEARWRENCH automotive specialty tools have been driven by innovation. From our first specialty tool, the Model-T valve spring lifter, to our latest ratcheting puller, we’ve built our reputation with tools that make tough jobs easy. Most of our products have been upgraded with new improved features like dual material handles designed for a more comfortable grip or dual dipped handles on pliers providing more cushion for your hands. GEARWRENCH automotive specialty tools are proudly made with the finest components under the most stringent manufacturing guidelines. Made for everyday use – guaranteed for life. Better tools mean easier, more efficient work so we constantly evaluate automotive engineering trends allowing us to consistently improve and enhance our tools to better fit professional hands. That’s why they are the first choice for thousands of automotive technicians worldwide.

From the Manufacturer

KDS-2031 exhaust and tailpipe cutter for use to cut pipes 3/4-Inch to 3-Inch (19 to 76 millimeter) in diameter. Fifteen blades effectively cut pipe so only a quarter turn is needed for a complete cut. Patented, serviceable tool works in hard to reach areas. It will not cut double-wall pipes and is not for use on stainless steel. Keep well oiled.

• "Cut pipes 3/4" to 3" and 19mm to 76mm in diameter"
• Fifteen blades effectively cut pipe so only a 100 degree rotation is needed for a complete cut
• Serviceable tool works in hard-to-reach areas
• Will not cut double-wall pipes
• Keep well oiled
• Not for use on stainless steel

User questions & answers

Question:	will this cut chain link fence posts
Answer:	My son has one in his home office and I have one in my bedroom. The white noise is pretty soothing after you get used to it. I am not sure about your telephone calls. You can try it and if it doesn't work for you, return it. It's worth the try.
Question:	Will this cut pvc and abs type plastic tubing
Answer:	It comes with one speaker
Question:	will this cut oil filters open
Answer:	The 11 sounds are: Dark Brown, Brown, Darker Pink, Pink, Large Fan, Industrial Fan, Mellow Fan Low, Attic Fan, Vent Fan, Ocean, and Surf.
Question:	oes this tool leave a burr on the inside of the tubing; I want to use it for cutting EMT that's embedded in a wall with installed wires
Answer:	There is no way to turn off this sound.

Product features

GEARWRENCH Exhaust and Tailpipe Cutter

Features:

• Cut pipes 3/4" to 3" and 19mm to 76mm in diameter
• Fifteen blades effectively cut pipe so only 1/4 turn is needed for a complete cut
• Serviceable tool works in hard-to-reach areas
• Will not cut double-wall pipes
• Keep well oiled
• Not for use on stainless steel

Product description

The Klein Tools Professional Tubing Cutter features an accurate 4-roller tracking system. This keeps the tube from threading and helps eliminate spiraling. This professional reaming tool is great for HVAC work. Cuts 1/8-Inch to 1-3/8-Inch steel and copper tubing. Employs accurate 4-roller tracking system to eliminate spiraling. Large handle is comfortable and easy to turn. For more than 160 years, Klein Tools has manufactured premium-quality, professional-grade hand tools that deliver the performance, durability and precision needed to get the job done right. Our family of engineers, workers and craftsman continue to put six generations of expertise into every tool we create by using only the highest quality materials, superior workmanship, and keeping manufacturing as close to home as we can. Klein isn't just the name of our company, it's also our family name. And since we're an American company that's family-owned and family-run, you know you can count on us to be here tomorrow. Klein Tools doesn't just make great products, we make great products that stand up to the demands of the professionals who use them every day ... Since 1857.

• Accurate 4 roller tracking system - no spiraling
• Professional reaming tool
• Extra cutting wheel included; simply remove screw in the back and open the handle to access
• Replacement cutting wheel available (Cat. No. 88905)

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the maximum wall thickness of the tubing it can cut
Answer:	the thickness of steel conduit wall. It is a heavy duty tubing cutter.
Question:	Can this cut stainless steel tubing
Answer:	I was able to cut 15/16" OD steel conduit. I don't know about stainless steel.
Question:	is this made in the USA
Answer:	its made in spain, if it helps i have been in construction 41 years and this is the best cutter i had yet, the built in reamer works so good.
Question:	Does it cut emt? And does tje reamer work or is it junk
Answer:	I have been in the construction since 1980, I do commercial electrical work , all my life I gave rigid cutter a go for, bit this is way better then rigid cutter- the 4 wheel is a great improvement over the two wheel rigid had, with this cutter you can go left or right without it walking. the reamer is most definitely the best feature, and yes it really works. I even ream emt with wire in the pipe, just go slow and move wires as you turn. cost a bit more than rigid, but you wont be sorry if you get it.

Product description

The RIDGID 31632 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter delivers fast and clean cuts every time. For enhanced productivity, the tube cutter has a large, ergonomic X-CEL knob that provides a firmer grip so you can cut tubing quickly and easily, and an X-CEL ball detent wheel pin that allows for quick, tool-free cutter wheel changes in seconds, with no lost clips.

Built to last, the metal tube cutter features sturdy I-beam construction and hardened wear surfaces for durability. It has thrust bearing slide assemblies for smooth operation, and a convenient fold-away reamer.

The tubing cutter has a 1/4-inch to 1-7/8-inch cutting capacity and is available in models for cutting plastic pipe or metallic tubing.

RIDGID covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool.

Since 1923, RIDGID has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Every tool that bears the RIDGID brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength and endurance, as was that first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago.

From the Manufacturer

Since 1923, ridgid has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Every tool that bears the ridgid brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength and endurance as was that first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago. Ridgid covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool. The ridgid 31632 is a quick-acting tubing cutter with a capacity of 1/4-Inch to 1-5/8-Inch. This cutter features a quick-acting design, I-beam construction, hardened wear surfaces and thrust bearing slide assemblies for smooth operation. This also features fold-away reamers and now comes with an X-CEL knob and X-CEL pin for quicker cutting and wheel replacement

• X-CEL knob for cutting tubing more quickly and easily with a larger, more ergonomic design
• Quick-acting design, I-beam construction and hardened wear surfaces for reliable durability. Thrust-bearing slide assemblies for smooth operation
• Features a convenient fold-away reamer to clean and insure a better connection
• X-CEL wheel pin with ball detent designs allows you to change the cutter wheel quickly with no tool needed and no lost clips
• Tubing cutter has a 1/4-inch to 1-7/8-inch (6 mm to 42 mm) cutting capacity

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this cut both Lovat and Churchwarden pipe types? I worry it will produce too much smoke during the process
Answer:	Easy to use and great !!
Question:	Is the cut made by this tool more smooth than a hacksaw blade cut
Answer:	Yes, but is always recommended to use your pipe reamer to clean up the pipe border
Question:	If cutting soft metal, like brass, will the wheels mar it
Answer:	Pretty much everything will mark up brass.
Question:	Does this work on galvanized pipes
Answer:	I believe that you'll need a proper hardened cutting wheel for galvanized. It's the type of cutting wheel that determines what material it can cut. Hope that helps.

Product features

RIDGID Model 151 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter

• Models 151-156 feature a quick-acting design, I-beam construction, hardened wear surfaces and thrust bearing slide assemblies for smooth operation.
• X-CEL Knob cuts tubing more quickly and easily with a larger, more ergonomic designs.
• X-CEL Wheel Pin changes your cutter wheel quickly using a new ball detent design... no tool needed... no lost clips!
• Available in models for plastic pipe or metallic tubing.
• Models 151 and 152 feature fold-away reamers.
• Model 151-ML is suitable for cutting multilayer tubing.