Reed TC4QPVC Quick Release Plastic Pipe Cutter
- Item Weight: 2.8 pounds
- Batteries Required: No
- Batteries Included: No
- Size: 12-Inch
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 12-inch, 2.8 pound cutter from Reed apparently built for PVC pipe work based on its model name, with exact cutting capacity unconfirmed by the listed specs.
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ASIN: B001H4PS28Model: TC4QPVCCategory: Pipe, Tube & Hose Cutters
Overview
The QPVC in this Reed cutter's model name points to PVC pipe or tubing as its intended material. Listed at 2.8 pounds with a 12-inch size spec, it reads as a dedicated tool rather than a general-purpose cutter.
The 12-inch figure likely describes overall tool length rather than cutting capacity, though the listing does not label which, so buyers should confirm pipe diameter capacity separately. Reed's model name suggests a purpose-built PVC tool.
- Reed TC4QPVC model
- 2.8 pound weight
- 12-inch size spec
- PVC-oriented model designation
Who it's for
Suited to plumbers or DIYers cutting PVC pipe or tubing who want a tool sized for that material. Not confirmed for cutting metal pipe or other harder materials.
Pros and cons
- Purpose-built model name for PVC pipe
- Light 2.8 pound weight for one-handed use
- 12-inch spec not labeled as length or capacity
- Not confirmed suitable for metal pipe
Performance notes
At 2.8 pounds, the tool is light enough for one-handed use on typical plumbing jobs, and the QPVC model designation points to a blade or jaw geometry meant for plastic rather than metal pipe. The listed 12-inch size is not labeled as either overall length or cutting capacity, so the exact pipe diameter it handles is not confirmed here.
Specifications
| Brand | Reed |
|---|---|
| Model | TC4QPVC |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.8 poundshigher than 98% of 50 pipe, tube & hose cutters |
| Size | 12-Inch |
| Product Dimensions | 13.2 × 6.4 × 2.1 inches |
| Included components | |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Part Number | TC4QPVC |
| Item Model Number | TC4QPVC |
| Style | Cutter |
| Measurement System | Inch |
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Frequently asked questions
What material is the Reed TC4QPVC built to cut?
The QPVC in the model name points to PVC pipe or tubing as the intended material.
How much does the TC4QPVC weigh?
2.8 pounds, per the listing.
What does the 12-inch spec refer to?
The listing does not label whether it means overall tool length or maximum cutting capacity.