PVC Ratchet Cutter

A PVC ratchet cutter can cut pvc piping for A/C lines, sprinklers and plumbing lines with ease. PVC ratchet cutters are a great way to quickly and easily cut PVC pipes. They work by using a ratchet mechanism to hold the pipe in place while you cut it. This makes it easy to get a clean, straight cut every time. PVC stands for polyvinyl chloride, which is used in plumbing pipes made of thin tubes that can withstand great pressure. These types of pipes come in different sizes and thicknesses depending on how it will be used (i.e., sewage system or drainage).

PVC is a flexible plastic that is available in different sizes from thin tubing to pipe cylinders. It can take high pressure (up to 400 psi). The material is recyclable, yet durable enough for daily use. PVC has become the preferred material for water supply lines because it can withstand pressurized water without breaking or leaking. This type of pipe tubing has been used by plumbers for years because of its unique properties, in order to cut these to size this is the right tool to get the job done.

These tools come in a variety of styles , but all have one thing in common: they are made to cut pvc pipe. The best pvc cutter is a ratchet style cutter, which allows you to use a ratcheting motion to slowly clamp down on the pipe to cut it, for smaller pipes a standard cutter that looks more like scissor handles can do the job easily. The best tool is what feels best in your hand, and the most popular sizes are 2", 3" and 4" cutters.

When purchasing a cutter go for quality and make sure that they are sharp and made of durable steel, you can checkout our great brands like Wheeler Rex, Reed, Ridgid and Rothenberger to name a few . It doesn't matter what kind of job you need to do, whether its for household plumbing or your business, this product fits into every tool box.

How to cut with a pvc pipe cutter

Step 1: Mark the point at which you want to cut the pipe, its handy to have a pencil and tape measure avaliable.

Step 2: When opening the handles of the ratchet cutter the blade will also begin to lift.  Open the handles completely so that the pipe fits inside the jaw.

Step 3: Hold the pipe with the mark you made with the pencil facing upwards, and then slide the pipe into the jaws. Begin pumping the handle which will bring the blade down on the pipeand begin to cut it.

Step 4: After completing the cut there may be a small burr left on the pipe which can be easily removed with sand paper or reamer.

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