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This tool is a ratcheting PVC pipe cutter, used for making clean, precise cuts on plastic piping
The tool shown is an MCC ratcheting PVC pipe cutter, likely a VC-0 series model such as the VC-0150 or VC-0163, which measures approximately 17 to 17-1/2 inches in length. These heavy-duty cutters are typically designed to handle plastic pipes, including PVC, CPVC, PEX, and ABS, with some models accommodating sizes up to 2-1/2 inches in diameter.
Ratcheting Mechanism: The notched metal piece in the center allows the blade to close incrementally, providing more leverage and making it easier to cut through thick-walled pipe.
Material Compatibility: These cutters are typically designed for PVC, CPVC, PEX, PE, PP, and ABS pipes.
Capacity: Similar heavy-duty models with long handles are often designed to cut pipes up to 2 inches in nominal size.
While primarily used for plumbing, similar ratcheting designs are also used for:Hose & Tubing: For cutting rubber or neoprene hoses.Garden Pruning: Some specialized "ratchet pruners" use the same mechanical principle to cut through thick tree branches with less effort
The tool shown is an MCC ratcheting PVC pipe cutter, likely a VC-0 series model such as the VC-0150 or VC-0163, which measures approximately 17 to 17-1/2 inches in length. These heavy-duty cutters are typically designed to handle plastic pipes, including PVC, CPVC, PEX, and ABS, with some models accommodating sizes up to 2-1/2 inches in diameter.
Ratcheting Mechanism: The notched metal piece in the center allows the blade to close incrementally, providing more leverage and making it easier to cut through thick-walled pipe.
Material Compatibility: These cutters are typically designed for PVC, CPVC, PEX, PE, PP, and ABS pipes.
Capacity: Similar heavy-duty models with long handles are often designed to cut pipes up to 2 inches in nominal size.
While primarily used for plumbing, similar ratcheting designs are also used for:Hose & Tubing: For cutting rubber or neoprene hoses.Garden Pruning: Some specialized "ratchet pruners" use the same mechanical principle to cut through thick tree branches with less effort
