RIDGID 29963 Model 35S 1/4" to 1-3/8" Stainless Steel Tubing
- Cutter
- 8 ounces
- 1.4 inches
- Better rated than 85%
- More reviewed than 78%
A dedicated RIDGID tubing cutter for stainless steel, sized for the 1/4 inch to 1-3/8 inch range and light enough for repeated one handed cuts.
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How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track
4.8★ across 1,600 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,600 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon 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 Model 35S is a tubing cutter rated for stainless steel tubing from 1/4 inch up to 1-3/8 inch, weighing 227 grams for one handed use.
Despite the word tubing in the title, the category listing and cutting capacity confirm this is a cutter rather than the tubing itself. The 1.38 inch figure in the specs lines up almost exactly with the 1-3/8 inch maximum stated in the title, so it reads as the tool's top cutting capacity rather than an unrelated measurement.
- 1/4 inch to 1-3/8 inch capacity
- Stainless steel rated
- 227 gram weight
- RIDGID Model 35S
Who it's for
Fits a plumber or fabricator who regularly works with stainless steel tubing in the 1/4 to 1-3/8 inch range. Not the right tool for cutting tubing outside that size window, or for cutting non stainless materials where a different wheel may be needed.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Rated specifically for stainless steel tubing
- Covers a 1/4 inch to 1-3/8 inch cutting range
- Light at 227 grams for one handed use
- Limited to tubing within its rated size range
- Not intended for materials other than stainless steel
Performance notes
A dedicated cutting wheel sized for stainless steel tubing gives cleaner, more consistent cuts within its rated 1/4 to 1-3/8 inch range than a general purpose cutter would manage on the same material, and the 227 gram weight keeps it easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
Specifications
| Brand | Ridgid |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Length | 1.4 inches |
Other Ridgid cutters
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGID 29963 Model 35S 1/4" to 1-3/8" Stainless Steel TubingThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 1,600 | 4.2 / 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 size tubing does the RIDGID 35S cut?
It is rated from 1/4 inch up to 1-3/8 inch.
Is this cutter meant for stainless steel?
Yes, it is specifically rated for stainless steel tubing.
How much does the cutter weigh?
227 grams, light enough for one handed use.