{"id":2599,"date":"2026-03-21T22:12:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-21T22:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=2599"},"modified":"2026-03-21T22:18:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T22:18:56","slug":"%c2%bc-tubing-pipe-cutter","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/tqwater.co.za\/?product=%c2%bc-tubing-pipe-cutter","title":{"rendered":"\u00bc Tubing &#038; Pipe Cutter"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-path-to-node=\"0\">A lightweight, high-precision safety cutter designed specifically for plastic tubing. Unlike standard household scissors\u2014which crush and deform the tube wall\u2014this professional tool uses a razor-sharp stainless steel blade to produce a perfectly square, burr-free cut. A clean, flat cut is the single most important factor in preventing leaks when using Quick-Connect (push-in) fittings.<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"3\"><b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Uses &amp; Applications:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"4\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">RO System Installation:<\/b> Essential for cutting \u00bc&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Maintenance &amp; Repairs:<\/b> Trimming old, scored ends of tubing before re-inserting into fittings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Dosing &amp; Brine Lines:<\/b> Cleanly cutting PVC, Nylon, and Polyethylene tubing up to 12mm OD.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Pneumatic Systems:<\/b> Cutting air lines for a leak-proof seal in industrial fittings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Benefits:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"6\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Leak Prevention:<\/b> Ensures a perfectly 90-degree square cut, allowing the tube to seat fully against the O-ring inside a fitting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Anti-Crush Blade:<\/b> Maintains the roundness of the tubing, preventing the &#8220;ovalization&#8221; that causes slow drips.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Safety-First Design:<\/b> The spring-loaded V-groove holds the tube securely in place while keeping fingers away from the blade.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Replaceable Blade:<\/b> Features a durable stainless steel blade that remains sharp through hundreds of cuts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Compatible Materials:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"8\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">LLDPE \/ PE \/ Poly:<\/b> Standard RO and Brine tubing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">PVC \/ Vinyl:<\/b> Soft dosing and drain lines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Nylon \/ PA:<\/b> Rigid high-pressure dosing lines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">PU \/ Polyurethane:<\/b> Pneumatic air lines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9\"><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Size &amp; Dimensions:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"10\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Cutting Capacity:<\/b> Suitable for tubing from 1\/8&#8243; (3mm) up to 1\/2&#8243; (13mm) OD.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Tool Size:<\/b> Pocket-sized for easy handling in tight under-sink spaces.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Weight:<\/b> ~0.03 kg<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A lightweight, high-precision safety cutter designed specifically for plastic tubing. 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