Brand | RIDGID |
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Material | Plastic |
Product Dimensions | 13"L x 56.75"W |
Color | Silver/Black |
Handle Material | Metal, Aluminum, Alloy Steel |
Item Weight | 500 Grams |
Specific Uses For Product | Professional |
Grip Type | Ergonomic |
Manufacturer | Ridgid |
Part Number | 32573 |
Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 118 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 13 x 6.75 x 2 inches |
Power Source | Crank |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Included Components | RIDGID 32573 Model 118 2-in-1 Close Quarters AUTOFEED 1/4" to 1-1/8" Metal Tubing Compact Cutter, Silver/Black |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | Warranty |
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RIDGID 32573 Model 118 2-in-1 Close Quarters AUTOFEED 1/4" to 1-1/8" Metal Tubing Compact Cutter, Silver/Black
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Brand | RIDGID |
Material | Plastic |
Product Dimensions | 13"L x 56.75"W |
Color | Silver/Black |
Handle Material | Metal, Aluminum, Alloy Steel |
Item Weight | 500 Grams |
Specific Uses For Product | Professional |
Grip Type | Ergonomic |
About this item
- METAL TUBING COMPACT CUTTER: Makes it quicker and easier to cut copper, brass, and aluminum tubing with a capacity of 1/4 in. to 1-1/8 in. in tight spaces that restrict rotation by hand
- 2-IN-1 DESIGN: Allows the innovative cutter to be used alone or with the included easily attachable ratchet handle for superior flexibility and mobility
- ERGONOMIC HANDLE: Rugged, compact, and lightweight and attaches to the cutter to operate in ratchet steps as small as 10 degrees, allowing for fine indexing in tight areas
- CONVENIENT AND EFFICIENT: Features a high-quality steel constructed long-life cutter wheel with a spare wheel stored in the knob
- SIMPLE TO OPERATE: Football-shaped knob is easy to turn and only requires tightening once while the spring-loaded cutter wheel makes cuts automatically for ease of use and labor in hard-to-reach areas
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ASIN | B003IEPCXA |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #31,652 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #16 in Tube Cutters |
Date First Available | March 4, 2010 |
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Built on the trust of the trades, you need tools designed for experts and built to last. Experience the durability of the RIDGID 118 2-in-1 Close Quarters AUTOFEED Metal Tubing Cutter with 1/4"-1-1/8" capacity (catalog number 32573, model 118). This powerful cutter makes it quicker and easier to cut copper, brass, and aluminum tubing with a capacity of 1/4 inch to 1-1/8 inch in tight spaces that restrict rotation by hand. With an innovative two-in-one design, the tube cutter can either be used by itself or with the included easily attachable ratchet handle for superior flexibility and mobility. This ergonomic handle is rugged, compact, and lightweight and operates in ratchet steps as small as 10 degrees to allow for fine indexing in tight areas. Engineered for convenient and efficient operation, the football-shaped knob is easy to turn and only requires tightening once while the spring-loaded cutter wheel makes cuts automatically in hard-to-reach areas. This is completed with a high-quality steel constructed long-life cutter wheel and includes a spare wheel stored in the knob. RIDGID is a global manufacturer of more than 300 dependable and innovative tools, trusted by the skilled trades in more than 100 countries. RIDGID products are purpose built for professionals in the evolving commercial, industrial and energy markets who install and maintain the world's infrastructure. BUILT FOR THOSE WHO KNOW.®
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The Ridgid 32573 118 Close Quarters Quick-Feed Cutter can now be enhanced with a ratchet handle that allows for easier cutting in tight, restricted spaces. Of rugged and compact design, the handle can be attached to the cutter and operated in ratchet steps as small as 10 degrees. This allows for fine indexing of the cutter to operate in tight spaces. The new ratchet handle allows more flexibility and mobility while keeping the AUTOFEED features of the model 118 Cutter, which is designed to cut hard and soft copper, aluminum and brass. The 2-in-1 close quarters cutter can be used alone or with the ratchet handle, a light and ergonomic accessory to help use the cutter in tight and restricted spaces. This cutter is easy to use in hard-to-reach areas because the knob only needs to be tightened once. The handle works in tight spaces that are too small to rotate the cutter by hand. The 32573 is adjustable to any size from 1/4-Inch to 11/8-Inch OD. This tubing cutter comes with a spare E-3469 cutter wheel in the knob. Since 1923, Ridgid has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. Ridgid covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool.
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Customers like the performance, quality and ease of use of the tools. For example, they mention it works great, it's sturdy and it'll accomplish most tasks with great ease. Customers are also impresseded with the tightness, saying it'd be great for tight spaces. They appreciate the weight and ratcheting feature. Opinions are mixed on the speed.
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Customers like the performance of the tool. They say that it works well, is easy to use, and is handy. Some mention that it's a good tool to have in the HVAC trade, and that it can be adjusted with small knobs.
"...It always does the job. Nice tool" Read more
"This thing made a real pain much easier, works great...." Read more
"...The ratchet did not break and is still working well. I don’t think the plastic ratchet warrants a bad review...." Read more
"...product to remove valves under my kitchen sink, very easy to use and handy." Read more
Customers like the quality of the tool. They say it's a great close-quarters cutter, and a sturdy product. Customers also say it makes clean, easy worked cuts, and is dependable. They also mention that it slices through everything they've tried without issue.
"Does a good job cutting copper in tight spaces." Read more
"...Quality – The metal handle and imp cutter seem to both be well made from good quality metal. These parts seem heavy-duty and made to last...." Read more
"Perfect for those cuts where it's difficult to get your hands in tight spaces." Read more
"...The handle broke right off . I contacted customer support explaining what happened and they won’t send a replacement or even the part." Read more
Customers find the tool easy to use and recommend it. They mention that the ratcheting feature makes it easy to accomplish most tasks with great ease. Some say that the cutter works like a charm and makes installation very easy. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of use and convenience of the tool.
"...Pull the trigger buy this item it’s worth the $ and saves you time and miscuts...." Read more
"...The positives are that this tool is easier and faster than using just an imp cutter, but still fits into tight spots...." Read more
"...working on tight spots, the handle attachment helps so much and makes work easier." Read more
"I used this product to remove valves under my kitchen sink, very easy to use and handy." Read more
Customers like the tightness of the tool. They mention that it's great for those tight areas, features a special know for easier tightening of the feedscrew, and is pretty handy when in a tight spot. They also appreciate the smooth ratcheting action.
"...is easier and faster than using just an imp cutter, but still fits into tight spots...." Read more
"Works just as it should and grate in tight spaces" Read more
"Great little plumbing tool for tight places or removing those pex valves. Rigid makes quality a tool." Read more
"I use this for electrical work. Does great with emt in tight spaces. Highly recommend for the price. Works amazing." Read more
Customers like the value of the tools. They mention that it's well worth the price, cheaper than a hacksaw and jig, and works well for the money.
"...Pull the trigger buy this item it’s worth the $ and saves you time and miscuts...." Read more
"As a plumber i can tell you that is worth every penny, i already hadbthe same size copper cutter, but i saw this as a complte kit and it has been..." Read more
"...Sad because it was really handy but not worth the money to only use 5 times." Read more
"Excellent tool works great a little pricey" Read more
Customers like the weight of the tool. They say it is a compact close quarters pipe cutter with a ratcheting handle. It is versatile and can fit in those tiny spots. Customers also say it's the best adjustable size mini cutters.
"...Also, the cutter still fits in those tiny spots in framed cavities with the handle and ratchet...." Read more
"Nice compact close quarters pipe cutter, with the added bonus of a ratcheting handle...." Read more
"Easy to use and works well and really light weight...." Read more
"This is much larger than I expected and was not what I was looking for...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the ratcheting mechanism of the tools. They mention that the handle is awesome, brilliant, and handy. Some say that the auto feed on the cutter saves them from having to use a manual feed. Overall, customers are happy with the product's ratcheteting function.
"...The ratcheting handle makes it a breeze and the auto feed on the cutter saves me from having to stop every few turns to tighten the cutter more...." Read more
"...With this Rigid product it works way better! The ratcheting handle is awesome! Very little effort!..." Read more
"the cutter works great, the ratcheting handle is ok, i don't really use it...." Read more
"...Great close-quarters cutter. The ratcheting handle has come in handy on a couple occasions." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the tool. Some mention that it's faster than using just an imp cutter, the ratcheting handle makes quick and easy to cut pipe in tight spots, and it helps keep them moving fast. However, others say that it is way too slow and useless.
"...The positives are that this tool is easier and faster than using just an imp cutter, but still fits into tight spots...." Read more
"...The ratcheting handle makes quick and easy to cut pipe in tite spots where it fits...." Read more
"If it automatically tightens, it is wayyyyy to slow and pretty much useless. Better off going a turn or two and manually tightening it...." Read more
"...Ive used it for water line repairs and rough-ins. It helps keep me moving fast." Read more
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Quality – The metal handle and imp cutter seem to both be well made from good quality metal. These parts seem heavy-duty and made to last. Unfortunately, as many other reviewers have mentioned, the plastic ratcheting mechanism seems like the product’s weak point. This part ought to be made of a stronger material. I suppose with RIDGID’s lifetime warranty, this shouldn’t be difficult to replace, if it does break. I’ve used my cutter for cutting ½” copper pipe for a shower valve install. The ratchet did not break and is still working well. I don’t think the plastic ratchet warrants a bad review.
Functionality – I like the design of this product. If you’ve ever used an imp cutter for making many cuts, it can be slow and cause fatigue. The handle and ratchet allowed me to cut pipe faster and without getting tired. Also, the cutter still fits in those tiny spots in framed cavities with the handle and ratchet. The only problem I’ve had is the supposed “self-feeding” cutter wheel. This did NOT work as advertised. I found myself tightening the knob as I would while using any other imp. In fact, I’ve tried to figure out how this tool is supposed to self-feed and there really doesn’t seem to be any mechanism that would allow for that function. The “self-feeding” claim is either false advertising or it’s a mistake. This is why I cannot give this product a 5-star review. Some reviewers have complained that it doesn’t leave a clean cut, but I haven’t had any issue with the quality of the cut.
Overall – I bought this product because I saw it on an episode of “Ask This Old House”. I’m glad I did. The downsides are that the “self-feeding” cutter wheel doesn’t seem to work as advertised and the plastic ratcheting mechanism should be made of metal. The positives are that this tool is easier and faster than using just an imp cutter, but still fits into tight spots. Overall I’d recommend this to the DIYer who frequently tackles plumbing projects, but probably not to a professional plumber who prefers standard plumbing tools.
No deburring tool or feature like other cutters.
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Mas o suporte do cortador tem um problema: O cortador de tubos não fica bem preso ao suporte! Ele tem uma folga considerável, um jogo que chega a incomodar... Não faz jus ao nome "Ridgid", que remete a um produto rígido, robusto.
Porém, se você estiver disposto, pode adaptar algum parafuso ou trava para ajudar a reter o cortador de maneira mais firme. Algo que o projeto do fabricante já deveria incluir.
Não é um produto ruim, mas tem essa questão que precisa melhorar.
Now I feel like one of those American plumbers on YouTube with their fancy tools for doing all sorts of jobs that people in the UK just 'make do' with!