Customer Reviews for Milwaukee 3/4 in. Close Quarters Tubing Cutter

The kit looks and feels great in use but the spring tension on the 3/4 cutter is too stiff and crushes the copper tubing and cuts in a single turn. Unfortunately, it makes a mess of the end of the tubing. There needs to be a way of dialing down the cutting force and get these tools working correctly. The 1/2" works better but still deforms the tubing but it is still usable. The case is great, and I really want to get these working. Milwaukee engineers can you help?

I bought this 3/4” copper pipe cutter because I couldn’t use my adjustable pipe cutter to cut a pipe really close to the stud and Sheetrock. It’s easy to use and convenient for this type of work when there’s no much room or space to handle the tools. It’s accurate and cuts really fast if use as directed (doing the rotation in the correct way). I noticed after cuts the pipes ended with a small bend where the wheel cuts started to cut or finish. There is no problem with that when try to assemble the sides but if not soldered right may tent to leak (is my opinion not saying that will).

What a great set to have. You get the sizes you need but the close quarters is the best part.to me .These cutters can get into tight and small areas and make a nice clean cut with little effort. I needed to get in a shower where the cutter was actually touching on the back wall and still cut it. I couldn't get my regular tubing cutter even close and a hacksaw couldn't fit. This is my go to tubing cutter now.

Got this Milwaukee Tube Cutter Kit to do some much needed repairs & some re-plumbing around the house & property. First thing noticed is the quality of Milwaukee Tools & the custom hard case it comes in. Makes it easy to store & have them all together not loose in a tool box where I have to dig & look for them. Now as for performance they really do cut very well. Smooth & easy to maneuver & use. I only used the 3/4 & 1/2 inch cutters but both worked flawlessly. Also a nice feature is the replaceable cutters. Was glad for the acquirement of these tools.

I am restoring an old house, where someone stole the easy to reach copper pipe. The remaining copper is against something, or in the walls, where an adjustable tube cutter is hard to get in, or adjust. These work great. You still need about 3/4" clearance, but just slip it on, and turn in the direction of the arrow (clockwise). Nothing to tighten. The wheel tightens itself. On the downside ... the fact it tightens itself, makes it sometimes bind into the copper faster than I would like, making it harder to turn, in a spot I may be just using my finger tips to reach. I would rather make more rotations. Also, would be nice if the wheel dug in deeper, then I could use in on PEX too! The fact they are not adjustable, you have to buy one in each pipe size, but if you need more than one size, you are better off getting the set. For a little more than the price of two, you get a third and the case, with a spot for replacement blades.

Very durable and cuts copper like nothing very nice appearance and package would definitely recommend to someone who needs to cut copper

Flexible blade , the 1” is not needed I don’t think I’ve ever used it ex pet one time when I built my house

We purchased this item as a gift. It is used frequently in the plumbing profession and works great and with ease

I used it once in a tight space where I didn't have room to rotate even one of the mini pipe cutters. This thing was hard to snap on, but once it was on, it worked great! I see reviews mentioning that it doesn't last long, so I can't comment on its durability, but I know that they do sell replacement cutting wheels.

Used the tool on a 1/2” copper tube in a 2x4 wall space and it exceeded my expectations and requirements!

This is the worst pipe cutter I have ever used, which is unfortunate - it is built very well, seems like a great product. However, fresh out of the box, the cutter will completely demolish a 3/4" copper pipe. The cutter is too aggressive and will deform a 3/4" copper water pipe, not a little, but a lot (your round pipe will effectively become an octagon shape or have a sharp divot in the diameter of the pipe). You will get a better cut from an oscillating cutoff saw vs. this pipe cutter.

Size make them perfect for tight places Highly recommended ?

Don’t like the spring load on them

After a couple of days it stop cutting and the blade and rollers rusted out!

The price is seemingly right on these cutters. Theyre quick, it doenst hurt to oil them up every couple of weeks as the mechanical parts get somewhat stubborn. In my experince the same thing occurs with simlar products from other brands

I use these daily at work, i like them a lot. I am giveing them 4 stars and not 5 because over time i find that they become sticky and turn hard msking it so u have to hold the coper with pump plyers

Super cutters. Fit in tight spots . The case is a nice touch to keep them from falling to the bottom of my tool bag.

Great quality product and the case is so heavy duty and nice to keep these in a small package and not lost and not lost