Ridgid 57008 C-Style Close Quarters Copper Tubing Cutter

Ridgid 57008 C-Style Close Quarters Copper Tubing Cutter

The Ridgid 57008 C-Style Close Quarters Copper Tubing Cutter is built for fast, straight cuts in the tightest of spaces where a standard tubing cutter simply won't fit. This compact cutter handles 1/2" - 3/4" (12.7 - 19mm) copper tubing with a single tool thanks to a quick-change feature, eliminating the need to swap cutters between sizes. Enclosed in a heavy-duty zinc die-cast housing, it delivers durable performance job after job, and its spring-loaded cutter wheel maintains constant pressure on the pipe for consistent, fast cuts every time.

Key Features

• Trade Size: Cuts 1/2" and 3/4" (12.7 - 19mm) copper tubing with one cutter, capacity min 0.5 IN / 12.7 MM and capacity max 19.05 IN.
• Durable Construction: Heavy duty build enclosed in a zinc die-cast housing for long-lasting jobsite performance.
• Snap-On Quick Connection: Snap-on feature allows a quick pipe connection with no size adjustment, saving valuable time on the job.
• Spring-Loaded Cutter Wheel: Provides constant pressure on the pipe for fast, straight cuts every time.
• X-CEL® Wheel Pin: Enables quick wheel replacement with no tools or housing disassembly required.
• Screwdriver Slots: Unique slots in the housing provide extra leverage for making cuts in extreme tight spaces.
• Compact Size: Measures 2.6" dia. x 1.1" thick and weighs just 0.46 lb. (0.21 kg), ideal for close-quarters copper tubing work.

Technical Specifications

• Snap-On Quick Connection: Yes
• Quick Size Change: No
• Screw Driver Slots: Yes
• Composition: 0.5
• X-CEL Pin: Yes
• Capacity Min: 0.5 IN / 12.7 MM
• Capacity Max: 19.05 IN
• Size: 2.6" dia. x 1.1" thick
• Unit Weight: 0.46 lb. (0.21 kg)
• Country of Origin: China

Typical Applications

• Copper Tubing Installation and Repair
• Plumbing and HVAC Rough-In Work
• Close-Quarters and Tight-Access Cutting
• Residential and Commercial Piping Projects
• Service and Maintenance Calls Requiring a Compact Tool

Why Ridgid?

Ridgid backs the 57008 C-Style Copper Tubing Cutter with heavy-duty zinc die-cast construction, a spring-loaded cutter wheel, and the tool-free X-CEL® wheel pin replacement system, all engineered for reliable, repeatable performance on the job. The snap-on quick connection and screwdriver-slot leverage points reflect Ridgid's focus on practical, professional-grade design for technicians working in confined spaces. Trust Ridgid for durable tubing cutters that keep plumbing and HVAC professionals moving efficiently from job to job.