Ridgid 151 Quick Acting Tubing Cutter 1/4 to 1-5/8 in
- Outside Diameter: 1.6 inches
- Item Weight: 1.06 pounds
- Color: Silver/Black
- Unit Count: 1
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A standard-size Ridgid tubing cutter well suited to residential plumbing and HVAC work within its stated diameter range.
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ASIN: B001ASBGPYModel: 151Category: Pipe, Tube & Hose Cutters
Overview
Cutting tubing from 1/4 inch up to 1-5/8 inches, the Ridgid 151 is the compact small model in Ridgid's quick-acting cutter lineup. At 0.48 kilograms it stays light enough for one-handed use on copper or thin-wall pipe runs.
The quick-acting feed screw lets you back the cutting wheel off the tube fast between cuts, a common feature on plumbing tubing cutters that speeds up repetitive work on runs of copper or aluminum pipe. The 1/4 to 1-5/8 inch range covers most residential plumbing and HVAC line sizes.
- 1/4 to 1-5/8 inch cutting range
- 0.48 kg weight
- Quick-acting feed screw
- Ridgid 151 small model
Who it's for
Plumbers and HVAC techs cutting copper or thin-wall tubing in the small-to-mid diameter range will find this useful. It is not sized for larger pipe diameters outside the 1-5/8 inch maximum.
Pros and cons
- Covers 1/4 to 1-5/8 inch tubing range
- Quick-acting feed for faster repeat cuts
- Light at 0.48 kg for one-handed use
- Not sized for pipe over 1-5/8 inches
- No blade material spec listed
Performance notes
The quick-acting feed screw lets the cutting wheel retract fast, cutting down on the time spent winding the handle out between cuts on a job with many pipe lengths.
Specifications
| Brand | Ridgid |
|---|---|
| Model | 151 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Outside Diameter | 1.6 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.06 poundshigher than 65% of 50 pipe, tube & hose cutters |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Silver/Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 31632 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Ridgid covers its products with a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship for the life of the tool |
| Other details | |
| Nominal Wall Thickness | 0.2 inches |
| Item Type Name | 31632 |
Closest rivals on specs
DEWALT DCE154B 20V Max XR Copper Tubing Cutter 1-1/4 in- Item Weight 1.06 vs 3.8 pounds (-72%)
- Outside Diameter 1.6 vs 0.4 inches (+300%)
Frequently asked questions
What size tubing does the Ridgid 151 cut?
It handles tubing from 1/4 inch up to 1-5/8 inch in diameter.
How much does it weigh?
0.48 kilograms, per the listing.
What does quick acting mean on this cutter?
It refers to the feed screw design that lets you retract the cutting wheel quickly between cuts rather than winding it out fully each time.