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RIDGID Soil-Pipe-Cutters-246

U.S.A.
RIDGID
246

Soil Pipe Cutters

Cutting capacity 2"–6"|Suitable for cast iron, clay, asbestos, cement pipes, and 4" Class 22 water mains|Ratchet handle|Extendable chain available.
The ratchet handle operates parallel to the pipe for easier, faster cutting and clean pipe ends, ideal for pipe installation, replacement, and repair work.

Product Features
  • Multi-Material Application: Cuts cast iron, clay, asbestos, cement pipes, and 4" Class 22 water mains.
  • Ratchet Low-Effort Design: Handle operates parallel to the pipe for smoother and easier cutting.
  • Fast Clean Cutting: Quickly produces flat pipe ends for better installation and repair efficiency.
  • Extendable Chain Option: Extension chain set can be added for larger pipe sizes.
  • Field Repair Application: Suitable for pipe replacement, installation, and confined-space work.
  • Usage Note: If the pipe is not cut before passing the warning line, restart the cut to avoid tool lock-up.
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#6" #2"

Model Specifications

SKU
Model
Description
Weight
Remarks
32900
246
Pipe Capacity 2"–6"(50–150 mm)
Replacement Chain 34575

Product Details

Technical Data
Product Specifications
This ratchet chain pipe cutter is suitable for cutting cast iron pipe, clay pipe, asbestos pipe, cement pipe, and 4" class 22 water mains. The ratchet handle operates parallel to the pipe, reducing cutting effort and helping produce a flat pipe end quickly. If the tool passes the warning line before the pipe is cut, restart the cut to prevent locking. Extension chain sets are available for larger pipe sizes.
Applicable Materials
Cast iron pipe, clay pipe, asbestos pipe, cement pipe, and 4" class 22 water mains
Operation
Ratchet handle operates parallel to the pipe
Cutting Result
Low-effort and fast cutting, helping create a flat pipe end
Safety Reminder
If the warning line is exceeded before the pipe is cut, restart the cut to prevent locking
Expansion Accessory
Extension chain sets can be added for larger pipe diameters
Parallel Ratchet Handle for Low-Effort, Flat Cuts in Tight Spaces

The value of this chain pipe cutter is that it does not require wide tool rotation, hot cutting, or abrasive cutting. The ratchet handle operates parallel to the pipe, reducing required clearance, while the chain-style cutting action is suitable for hard or brittle pipe materials such as cast iron, cement, and clay pipe during repair and replacement work.

Features
Product Features
Designed around chain-wrapped cutting, low-effort ratchet operation, flat pipe ends, and larger-pipe expandability for repair, replacement, and on-site construction work.
Multi-Material Use

Cuts cast iron pipe, clay pipe, asbestos pipe, cement pipe, and water mains for wide jobsite coverage.

Low-Effort Ratchet Operation

Ratchet handle operates parallel to the pipe, reducing effort and improving cutting efficiency.

Flat Pipe Ends

Helps quickly create flat pipe ends for replacement, joining, or repair work.

Low Clearance Need

Parallel handle operation is suitable for trenches, wall-side areas, and confined spaces.

Anti-Locking Reminder

If the warning line is exceeded before the pipe is cut, restart the cut to prevent tool lock-up.

Extension Chain Option

Extension chain sets are available to expand cutting capacity for larger pipe diameters.

Applications
Applications
Suitable for cutting cast iron pipe, clay pipe, asbestos pipe, cement pipe, and water mains. Widely used in pipe repair, municipal engineering, building drainage, old pipeline replacement, and confined-space construction.
Pipe Repair

Suitable for repair and replacement of old cast iron, cement, and clay pipes.

Municipal Engineering

Can be used for water mains, drainage lines, and public utility pipeline repair.

Confined-Space Work

Parallel ratchet handle is suitable for trenches, wall-side areas, and limited-clearance locations.