The RIDGID 31642 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter delivers fast and clean cuts every time. Offering enhanced productivity, the tube cutter has a large ergonomic X-CEL knob that provides a firmer grip so you can cut tubing quick...

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The RIDGID 31642 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter delivers fast and clean cuts every time. Offering 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 stand the test of time, the metal tube cutter features sturdy I-beam construction and durable, hardened wear surfaces. It has thrust bearing slide assemblies for smooth operation, and a convenient fold-away reamer.

The tubing cutter has a 1/4-inch to 2-5/8-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.



  • 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 superior 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 2-5/8-Inch (6 mm to 66 mm) cutting capacity

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