PVC DM-317-64 Cutter
- Cutter
- SK5
- 1.34 pounds
An SK5 bladed cutter sized for PVC pipe work, with the 1,000 unit monthly sales figure suggesting steady real world use even though Amazon has not attached a seller description.
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How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track
4.4★ across 665 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
665 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ 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 DM-317-64 is a cutter built with an SK5 steel blade, a high carbon tool steel commonly chosen for cutting edges that need to hold a sharp bite. It weighs 1.34 pounds and lists a 2-1/2 inch size, and it currently sells around 1,000 units a month.
The title's PVC reference and the Cutters category both point to a pipe cutting tool, with the 2-1/2 inch figure most likely describing cutting capacity rather than the tool's own length. SK5 steel is a step up from basic carbon steel in edge retention, which matters for a blade meant to score or slice through PVC repeatedly.
- SK5 steel blade
- Weighs 1.34 pounds
- 2-1/2 inch size listed
- Around 1,000 bought in the past month
Who it's for
Fits plumbers, contractors and DIYers who need to cut PVC pipe cleanly on site rather than with a hacksaw. Less useful for anyone cutting larger diameter pipe beyond what a 2-1/2 inch capacity covers.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- SK5 steel blade holds an edge longer than basic carbon steel
- Light enough at 1.34 pounds for one handed cutting
- Sells around 1,000 units a month
- No seller description confirming exact cutting capacity
- The 2-1/2 inch figure is not clearly labeled as pipe capacity versus blade length
- No review text available on this listing
Performance notes
SK5 steel holds an edge longer than mild carbon steel, so the blade should stay sharp through more cuts before it needs honing. At 1.34 pounds it is light enough for one handed use, which matters when cutting pipe overhead or in tight spaces.
Specifications
| Brand | PVC |
|---|---|
| Model | DM-317-64 |
| Material | SK5 |
| Item Weight | 1.34 pounds |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.
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|---|---|---|---|
| PVC DM-317-64 CutterThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 665 | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Ridgid 40617 CutterRidgid | 4.8 / 5 | 7,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IGAN-P6 ANICEMOON CutterIGAN-P6 | 4.6 / 5 | 11,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the PVC DM-317-64
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What steel is the DM-317-64 cutter made from?
SK5, a high carbon tool steel, per the listed attributes.
What does the 2-1/2 inch spec on the DM-317-64 refer to?
Amazon does not label it explicitly, so it is likely cutting capacity rather than a confirmed exact dimension.
How much does the DM-317-64 weigh?
1.34 pounds.