Ridgid 31657 1-1/2-Inch to 4 Inch Quick Acting Plastic/ Copper
- Cutter
- 3.5 ounces
A Ridgid branded quick acting cutter sized for 1-1/2 to 4 inch plastic or copper pipe, a reasonable choice for plumbers making repeated cuts in that size range.
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How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track
4.3★ across 137 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
137 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 346 cutters we track - how the scorecard works · full cutters data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Ridgid 31657 handles pipe from 1-1/2 to 4 inches, built for plastic or copper cutting, and weighs just 3.5 ounces. Reviewers give it 4.3 stars across 137 ratings, though no purchases were logged in the past month.
Quick acting cutters like this one are built to close around larger diameter pipe faster than a standard ratchet cutter, which matters most on plumbing or HVAC jobs with repeated cuts. The 1-1/2 to 4 inch range covers common plastic and copper pipe sizes used in residential and light commercial plumbing. At 3.5 ounces, it is a hand tool meant to be carried on a belt or in a tool bag rather than a bench mounted cutter.
- Cuts 1-1/2 to 4 inch plastic or copper pipe
- Quick acting mechanism
- Weighs 3.5 ounces
- 4.3 star rating, 137 reviews
Who it's for
Plumbers and HVAC installers who regularly cut plastic or copper pipe in the 1-1/2 to 4 inch range are the clearest fit, especially for repeated cuts in the field
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Covers a wide pipe range from 1-1/2 to 4 inches
- Rated for both plastic and copper pipe
- Lightweight at 3.5 ounces for repeated use
- Ridgid brand, widely used in plumbing trades
- No purchases recorded in the past month
- Not rated for metal pipe outside copper
Performance notes
The quick acting mechanism is designed to open and close around larger pipe faster than a standard ratchet style cutter, cutting down on the number of hand strokes per cut. At 3.5 ounces it is light enough for repeated overhead or crawlspace use without adding fatigue over a full day of plumbing work.
Specifications
| Brand | Ridgid |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 3.5 ounces |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgid 31657 1-1/2-Inch to 4 Inch Quick Acting Plastic/ CopperThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 137 | 3.4 / 5 |
| Felco F-2 CutterFelco | 4.8 / 5 | 31,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Klein VDV226-110 CutterKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 11,600 | 4.7 / 5 |
| IGAN-P6 ANICEMOON CutterIGAN-P6 | 4.6 / 5 | 11,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Hakko CHP-170 3 Units CutterHakko | 4.7 / 5 | 24,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Ridgid cutters
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What pipe sizes does the Ridgid 31657 cut?
1-1/2 inch to 4 inch plastic or copper pipe.
How much does the Ridgid 31657 weigh?
3.5 ounces.
What does quick acting mean on this Ridgid cutter?
It refers to a mechanism built to open and close around larger pipe faster than a standard ratchet cutter.