Best tool for cutting conduit?

[OfficialAsh]

Hello,

I'm looking to improve my cut time and quality using a better tool other than a traditional hacksaw.

I've been looking around and all I could find that looks like it can do the job of cutting pvc and galvanized steel is this: Milwaukee C12PC-201C 12V 2.0Ah Li-Ion RedLithium Cordless Pipe Cutter - https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/milwaukee-c12pc-201c-12v-2-0ah-li-ion-redlithium-cordless-pipe-cutter/889GT?tc=TT8&ds_kid=92700022855719951&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1241687&ds_rl=1245250&ds_rl=1244066&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmZDxBRDIARIsABnkbYQkVZlGNs26xGoW1hRrpSPoRg2gH2NmbIbyTIZQZoe1rR19nKx6jXYaAh6YEALw_wcB

Anyone else have suggestions or would know if that tool can do the job? Cheers!

 

[Andy78]

I'd be surprised if a tool designed for thin copper pipe could cut galv conduit.
You can get shears for pvc that do a neat job.

 

[Lister1987]

I'm using a Rothenberg No. 35 atm and can't say I can fault it yet.

TUBE CUTTER 35

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Edit to add; it's multimaterial so will do copper, pvc and steel. They have other variants for harder metals and corrugated steel pipe, Romex etc

 

[davesparks]

A cordless angle grinder

 

[multimick]

cordless grinder every time also good for making off swa

 

[MJPD29]

I'd doubt the milwaukee pipe cutter will cut galv

 

[GBDamo]

Hello,

I'm looking to improve my cut time and quality using a better tool other than a traditional hacksaw.

I've been looking around and all I could find that looks like it can do the job of cutting pvc and galvanized steel is this: Milwaukee C12PC-201C 12V 2.0Ah Li-Ion RedLithium Cordless Pipe Cutter - https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/milwaukee-c12pc-201c-12v-2-0ah-li-ion-redlithium-cordless-pipe-cutter/889GT?tc=TT8&ds_kid=92700022855719951&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1241687&ds_rl=1245250&ds_rl=1244066&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmZDxBRDIARIsABnkbYQkVZlGNs26xGoW1hRrpSPoRg2gH2NmbIbyTIZQZoe1rR19nKx6jXYaAh6YEALw_wcB

Anyone else have suggestions or would know if that tool can do the job? Cheers!

Battery 4" angle grinder for everything from YT2 to Dado to Galv.

Like a knife trough butter.
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cordless grinder every time also good for making off swa

I've had some strange looks when doing that but a bit of practice and you can become like a surgeon with one of those babies.

 

[Strima]

Grinder with 1mm cutting discs. I did borrow a Ridgid reamer a while ago for deburring, does both internal and external at the same time, good bit of kit but at £50 a bit pricey.

 

[DT1991]

Milwaukee C12HZ-0 M12 Hackzall

Milwaukee high performance compact one handed use hack saw, measuring only 280mm in length, making it ideal for working within confined spaces.

www.bigredpowertools.co.uk

I have this and seems to work well.
Obviously can change the blades to suit the material you are cutting

But for YT2 and 20-25mm PVC pipe I use the CK cutter with the flat attachment

CK Tools

C.K tools are engineered to offer leading performance, durability, accuracy and strength, all of which are key requirements for professional results.

www.ck-tools.com

 

[Dustydazzler]

Most lads on site nowadays use a cordless grinder now for cutting galv tube , trunk and tray...
All pre bought bends and angles for speed

 

[ipf]

Regarding conduit, I've never used anything else but a hacksaw. For reaming, I reverse and use the hand grip of some old steel grips I've had for 'donkeys'. They fit nicely in steel conduit and do a perfect job.
Why anyone would need anything bar a hacksaw for a 5 second cut of plastic conduit, I just can't fathom!

 

[h901]

Cordless circular saw with metal cutting blade

 

[Robson689]

You can also get battery powered band saws very effective

 

[Lister1987]

Regarding conduit, I've never used anything else but a hacksaw. For reaming, I reverse and use the hand grip of some old steel grips I've had for 'donkeys'. They fit nicely in steel conduit and do a perfect job.
Why anyone would need anything bar a hacksaw for a 5 second cut of plastic conduit, I just can't fathom!

If they're anything like me then they can't cut straight worth a damn so need a little help ?

 

[ipf]

If they're anything like me then they can't cut straight worth a damn so need a little help ?

Too many 'tools' cutting conduit, maybe...….he, he

 

[telectrix]

man up... steel conduit, proper hacksaw, not the £2 toy one (junior), 32TPI.

 

[OfficialAsh]

Angle grinder of course.. cheers chaps for the recommendations!

 

[Lucien Nunes]

A cordless angle-grinder is indispensable for many jobs but the cordless bandsaw is my tool of choice for quick conduit cuts. No sparks, no risk of kickback, just hold it against the tube for a few secs and through it goes.

 

[Lister1987]

Too many 'tools' cutting conduit, maybe...….he, he

I like you ipf, I'll kill you last ?

 

[Mct.tr]

I just use a recip, though recently bought a dry cut metal chop which ill likely use in the future.


I use my evolution metal circ saw for trunking cant be beaten

 

[telectrix]

WTF is happening to the trade? can't cut a bit of tube without power tools. some of the young sprogs need to be given a brace and bit to drill holes in joists. this is what one looks like. our hi-tech tool before dewalt.

 

[R-fur]

That's no use for drilling joists Tel that's a carpenters brace. What you want is a sparkies brace with the reduced throw so you can get in tight spaces.

 

[Mct.tr]

WTF is happening to the trade? can't cut a bit of tube without power tools. some of the young sprogs need to be given a brace and bit to drill holes in joists. this is what one looks like. our hi-tech tool before dewalt.

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As a trained cabinet maker and apprenticed in such i can assure you my ability with hand tools far exceeds most life long electricians

But we live in a world were time pays

 

[edexlab]

Always used hacksaw myself but if it's for other things I'd be Plus one for bandsaw simply because you don't need hot works permits

Been on sites which have a cut off time and also no permits issued on a weekend
Quite annoying having to wait until Monday to do a cut

 

[7029 dave]

I dont know, how long really does it take to use a hacksaw on a piece of conduit.
Stop being lazy.

 

[ipf]

As a trained cabinet maker and apprenticed in such i can assure you my ability with hand tools far exceeds most life long electricians

But we live in a world were time pays

I don't doubt you've got the tool skills. But get your blow torch, solder and flux out to terminate and wipe a multicore lead termination for a 400amp supply...…..or your pyro tools and repair and extend a damaged 4H10 MICC.

 

[Mct.tr]

I don't doubt you've got the tool skills. But get your blow torch, solder and flux out to terminate and wipe a multicore lead termination for a 400amp supply...…..or your pyro tools and repair and extend a damaged 4H10 MICC.

I can do pyro, would love to wipe lead sheath cable dad is trained to do it.

I can rub my belly and pat my head, ( tig welding hobby) dont get me wrong i agree that people have lost a good deal of skill i came from a pretty skilled job that machines took over, followed by lower standards but thats dictated by times. Image how i feel furniture shopping that's really emotionally difficult lol i only part jest.
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I dont know, how long really does it take to use a hacksaw on a piece of conduit.
Stop being lazy.

More time than a metal circ saw, metal saws guarantee a cleaner and no bur cut. Try it some time you might like it. I would use the saw for a few cuts total over kill

 

[ipf]

I can do pyro, would love to wipe lead sheath cable dad is trained to do it.

I can rub my belly and pat my head, ( tig welding hobby) dont get me wrong i agree that people have lost a good deal of skill i came from a pretty skilled job that machines took over, followed by lower standards but thats dictated by times. Image how i feel furniture shopping that's really emotionally difficult lol i only part jest.
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Fair enough. The world's your oyster.
Enjoy the Test and Inspection.

 

[Mct.tr]

Fair enough. The world's your oyster.
Enjoy the Test and Inspection.

Certainly more interesting side of job gets the brain ticking aye.

Honestly all trades are going to rubbish with standards

 

[PEG]

I've got a lad,who does all my cutting,with his own special tool.
Plastic,galvanised,any size....perfect,square,smooth edges,and very,very quick.

He carries it with him,where ever we are,on site,and he never seems to have to change a blade,or charge it up.

....i just wish he would stop mooning over his ex....princess Leya....

 

[telectrix]

thought she was his sister. talk about keeping it in the family.........