Silverline Plumbers Auto 28mm Copper Tube Pipe Cutter 868790

Silverline Plumbers Quick Automatic Cut Pipe Cutter for 28mm Copper Tube

Barcode: 5024763024030

Option: 868790

Overview:

Plumbers Quick Automatic Cut Pipe Cutter for 28mm Copper Tube 868790 is designed to make cutting larger copper pipe faster and easier, especially where space is limited. Unlike traditional cutters that need constant tightening, this automatic style applies positive cutting pressure as you rotate, helping the tool do the work without repeated adjustments. Built with a heavy-duty zinc die-cast body and a hardened and tempered steel cutting wheel, it produces quick, clean cuts on 28mm copper tube—ideal for plumbing installs, repairs and alterations in tight cupboards, under floors and close to walls.

Key Features

• Automatic pipe cutter for 28mm copper tube

• No need for constant tightening during cutting

• Positive cutting pressure helps speed up the cut

• Heavy-duty zinc die-cast body for durability

• Hardened and tempered steel cutting wheel for clean, neat results

• Ideal for use in tight spaces where standard cutters are awkward

• Quick, controlled cutting for plumbing work and maintenance

Specifications

• Brand: Silverline

• Product Type: Automatic copper pipe cutter

• Option/Code: 868790

• Pipe Size: 28mm copper tube

• Body Material: Zinc die-cast

• Cutting Wheel: Hardened and tempered steel

Applications

• Cutting 28mm copper pipe on plumbing installations

• Alterations and repairs to domestic heating and water systems

• Working in confined spaces (cupboards, service voids, close to walls)

• Quick pipe preparation for fittings and connectors

How to Use

• Position the cutter squarely around the 28mm copper pipe

• Rotate the tool around the pipe with steady, even pressure

• Continue rotating until the pipe is cut through cleanly

• Deburr the pipe end before fitting to ensure a good seal

28mm Automatic Pipe Cutter – Key FAQs

• What does “automatic” mean on a pipe cutter?
  It applies positive cutting pressure as you rotate, so you don’t need to keep tightening the tool as the cut progresses like many traditional cutters.

• What pipe size is it designed for?
  It’s designed specifically for 28mm copper tube.

• Is it good for tight spaces?
  Yes, it’s very useful where access is limited, such as close to walls or inside cupboards where larger cutters can be awkward to use.

• Does it make a clean cut?
  Yes, the hardened and tempered cutting wheel is designed to produce quick, neat cuts on copper pipe.

• Do I need to deburr after cutting?
  Yes, deburring the inside edge is recommended to improve flow and help ensure a proper fit and seal with plumbing fittings.