--- product_id: 3295408 title: "Ridgid 31642 model 152 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter, 1/4\" to 2-5/8\" Tube Cutter" brand: "ridgid" price: "VT31953" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ridgid" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3295408-ridgid-31642-model-152-quick-acting-tubing-cutter-1-4 store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Tool-free quick wheel change Quick-acting design for faster cuts I-beam construction ensures durability Ridgid 31642 model 152 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter, 1/4" to 2-5/8" Tube Cutter **Brand:** ridgid **Price:** VT31953 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Cut faster, last longer, and stay sharp with Ridgid’s pro-grade tubing cutter! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ridgid 31642 model 152 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter, 1/4" to 2-5/8" Tube Cutter by ridgid - **How much does it cost?** VT31953 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3295408-ridgid-31642-model-152-quick-acting-tubing-cutter-1-4) ## Best For - ridgid enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ridgid brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cut Tubing at Lightning Speed:** X-Cel ergonomic knob accelerates your workflow with effortless grip and control. - • **Clean Cuts with Fold-Away Reamer:** Integrated reamer ensures flawless pipe connections, boosting your project’s reliability. - • **Tool-Free Wheel Swaps in Seconds:** Ball-detent X-Cel pin lets you replace cutter wheels instantly—no tools, no hassle. - • **Built to Outlast the Toughest Jobs:** I-beam frame and hardened wear surfaces deliver unmatched durability for professional use. - • **Smooth, Precise Operation Every Time:** Thrust-bearing slide assemblies guarantee seamless cutting action without hiccups. ## Overview The Ridgid 31642 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter offers a 1/4" to 2-5/8" cutting capacity with an ergonomic X-Cel knob for faster, easier cuts. Engineered with durable I-beam construction, hardened wear surfaces, and thrust-bearing slides, it ensures smooth, reliable operation. Featuring a fold-away reamer and a tool-free quick-change cutter wheel system, this US-made tool is backed by a lifetime warranty, making it the trusted choice for professional tradespeople. ## Description Product Description 632-31642 features: -models 151 and 152 Features fold-away Reamers. -Bigger, ergonomic knob provides a firmer grip to cut through tubing More quickly. -Unique, ball-detent wheel Pin allows the wheel to be quickly changed without tools. -Cutting Direction: straight. Cutters: -tubing cutters. Multi-use: -Yes. Quantity: -single. Dimensions: overall product weight: -1.81 pounds. 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 31642 is a Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter with a capacity of 1/4 to 2 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. Review: High quality - These cutters are just perfect for my commercial plumbing trade! I have other brands but this manufacturer is definitely the leader. Spring loaded so it opens quickly to fit any size pipe and super user friendly for comfort. Quality, comfort, and speed. Works great unless you are in tight areas. Overall a 5 out of 5 review from me. Review: Just buy it - Best copper pipe cutter I’ve ever used. ## Features - Not_applicable - Made in USA - 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 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0009W2T3A | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #62,386 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #42 in Tube Cutters | | Color | 1 | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (820) | | Date First Available | May 1, 2005 | | Included Components | 31642 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 1.8 pounds | | Item model number | 31642 | | Manufacturer | Ridgid Tool Company | | Material | Metal | | Measurement System | metric | | Part Number | 31642 | | Power Source | Hand Powered | | Product Dimensions | 10 x 5.1 x 2.7 inches | | Size | 1/4-inch to 2-5/8-inch Tube Cutter | | Style | Cutter | | Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty on material defects and workmanship for the normal life of the product | ## Images ![Ridgid 31642 model 152 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter, 1/4" to 2-5/8" Tube Cutter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61zK0wx+4rL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High quality *by J***O on September 6, 2025* These cutters are just perfect for my commercial plumbing trade! I have other brands but this manufacturer is definitely the leader. Spring loaded so it opens quickly to fit any size pipe and super user friendly for comfort. Quality, comfort, and speed. Works great unless you are in tight areas. Overall a 5 out of 5 review from me. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just buy it *by M***A on December 30, 2025* Best copper pipe cutter I’ve ever used. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid and Effective *by T***R on January 23, 2026* Works extremely well without requiring any skill, makes very clean cuts. Also like that you can get different and replacement cutter wheels for it. Solid. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ridgid 31642 model 152 Quick-Acting Tubing Cutter, 1/4" to 2-5/8" Tube Cutter - Ridgid - CC247 RIDGID 40617 Model 101 Close Quarters Tubing Cutter, 1/4-inch to 1-1/8-inch Tube Cutter Silver - Ridgid 151 1/4" to 1-5/8" Quick Acting Tubing Cutter, Small --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3295408-ridgid-31642-model-152-quick-acting-tubing-cutter-1-4](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3295408-ridgid-31642-model-152-quick-acting-tubing-cutter-1-4) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*