Ridgid PTEC 3000 Plastic Drain Pipe Cutter, 41608

Ridgid PTEC 3000 Plastic Drain Pipe Cutter, 41608

The Ridgid PTEC 3000 Plastic Drain Pipe Cutter, model 41608, is the first cutter of its kind engineered to deliver a hassle-free, clean, fast, and straight cut on thin-wall plastic tube. This versatile tool is designed for use on polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and thin-wall PVC tubes, making it a go-to solution for plumbers and mechanical contractors who need reliable performance on tubular drain pipe. The PTEC 3000 is configured for single-flanged 1 1/4" or double-flanged 1 1/2" plastic drain pipe, and it is backed by Ridgid's Full Lifetime Warranty for long-term dependability on the jobsite.

Key Features

• Configuration: Single-flanged 1 1/4" or double-flanged 1 1/2" capacity on the PTEC 3000, sized for common drain pipe applications.
• Cuts Tubular Pipe: Purpose-built to cut thin-wall plastic tube quickly and accurately, including PE, PP, and thin-wall PVC materials.
• Automatic Deburring: Produces a clean cut edge without the need for a separate deburring step, saving time on installation.
• Open Bore Design: Allows cutting of double-flanged plastic drain pipe that would otherwise be difficult to fit into a standard cutter jaw.
• Straight, Fast Cuts: Delivers consistent, square cuts on thin-wall plastic tube for a reliable fit-up on fittings and couplings.
• Model: PTEC 3000, part of the PTEC line of plastic tubing cutters offered by Ridgid.

Technical Specifications

• Product Warranty: Full Lifetime Warranty
• Model Number: PTEC 3000

Typical Applications

• Cutting Thin-Wall PE, PP, and PVC Drain Tubing
• Plumbing and Drain Line Installation
• Residential and Commercial Plumbing Service Work
• Cutting Single-Flanged 1 1/4" and Double-Flanged 1 1/2" Drain Pipe
• Fast Field Repairs on Plastic Drain Systems

Why Ridgid?

Ridgid built the PTEC 3000 to solve a real pain point for plumbers cutting thin-wall plastic drain pipe: getting a clean, straight cut without extra deburring steps or awkward jaw clearance on double-flanged pipe. The open bore design and automatic deburring function work together to speed up installation while keeping cut quality consistent. Backed by Ridgid's Full Lifetime Warranty, the PTEC 3000 is built to be a dependable addition to any plumber's tool bag for years of use.