RIDGID 32573 Model 118 2-in-1 Close Quarters AUTOFEED 1/4" to 1-1/8" Metal Tubing Compact Cutter, Silver/Black

Brand:RIDGID

3.6/5

85.93

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 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.® FROM THE MANUFACTURER 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.

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. CONVENIENT AND EFFICIENT: Features a high-quality steel constructed long-life cutter wheel with a spare wheel stored in the knob. 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. 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. 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.
Batteries Included? ‎No
Batteries Required? ‎No
Brand RIDGID
Brand ‎RIDGID
Color Silver/Black
Color ‎Silver/Black
Customer Reviews 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,318 ratings 4.6 out of 5 stars
Grip Type Ergonomic
Grip Type ‎Ergonomic
Handle Material Metal, Aluminum, Alloy Steel
Handle Material ‎Metal, Aluminum, Alloy Steel
Included Components ‎Cutters
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‎No
Item Dimensions LxWxH 13 x 6.75 x 2 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH ‎13 x 6.75 x 2 inches
Item model number ‎118
Item Package Quantity ‎1
Item Weight 500 Grams
Item Weight ‎1.1 pounds
Item Weight ‎500 Grams
Manufacturer ‎Ridgid
Material Aluminum
Material ‎Aluminum
Number Of Pieces ‎1
Part Number ‎32573
Power Source ‎Crank
Product Dimensions ‎13 x 6.75 x 2 inches
Usage Professional
Usage ‎Professional
Warranty Description ‎RIDGID branded tools are known the world over as best-in-class tools that allow the end-user to complete jobs more quickly and reliably. However, there's added peace of mind with the RIDGID Full Lifetime Warranty. Should your tool ever malfunction from defects in workmanship or materials, we will repair or replace the tool free of charge. RIDGID tools are warranted to be free of material and workmanship defects. This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID tool. Warranty coverage ends when the product becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in workmanship or material. To obtain the benefit of this warranty, deliver the complete product via prepaid transportation to Ridge Tool Company, Elyria, Ohio, or any authorized RIDGID Independent Service Center. Pipe wrenches and other hand tools should be returned to the place of purchase. Warranted products will be repaired or replaced, at Ridge Tool's option, and returned at no charge; or, if after three attempts to repair or rep

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Scritto da: Commando8466
Excellent tool works great a little pricey
Excellent tool works great a little pricey
Scritto da: Christopher Vroma
Great Innovation
I wish they made these back when I worked full time in the business. Much easier to use and saves time. Highly recommend
Scritto da: Bill
Works great in stud spaces
I use this for electrical work. Does great with emt in tight spaces. Highly recommend for the price. Works amazing.
Scritto da: Ken
Buy one
Great tool, can't believe I didn't owe one.
Scritto da: Ethan Hollis
Way bigger than I expected. A normal tubing cutter is around the same size.
This is much larger than I expected and was not what I was looking for. However, the fact that you can separate the inner piece from the ratchet is awesome. I use the inner piece more than anything. THAT piece is compact.
Scritto da: xbrachiosaurusx
Rigid Close Quarters Quick-Feed Cutter with Ratchet Handle Review
Delivery – This product was delivered on time/early with no problems. The product was properly packaged and looked great right out of the box. 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.
Scritto da: Jaime Castro
Plumbing
The versatility of this tool use the ratchet on all copper pipes or remove for tight spaces
Scritto da: Ozzie Valle
Not good in tight places..
Great tool, but again not good in tight places.. Better off buying auto cutters.
Scritto da: Mr. R M
pipe cutter
very good if not still a little bulky but it has the rigid quality
Scritto da: Christoph
Fantastic bit of kit
Fantastic bit of kit. Cuts pipe very easily and without the cutting wheel wandering up and down the pipe - a problem with inferior pipe cutters. Really well made and worth every penny. CC - 05th August 2017
Scritto da: MightyTiger
Great tool. DOES NOT AUTOFEED!
Really handy, nice strong construction, light and reliable. However, it does not auto feed, you have to keep tightening the knob every few turns of the ratchet to continue the cut. It would be quicker to cut the pipe with a pipeslice. But to save space in a toolbag I would suggest to have this.
Scritto da: BillF
It is bigger than you think!
A very well made device but one which will require a reasonable amount of space around the pipe. Quite chunky with the ratchet unit attached, larger than I imagined. Still the detachable cutter is a good size and where suitable works well.
Scritto da: Colin
Great small cutters for getting in to tight spaces
Great small cutters for getting in to tight spaces. Although they are for copper pipe they do cut stainless steel pipe. Just take your time dont run the cutting wheel up to tight. Quality tool for tradesman

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