Pipe LY1142 Cutter
- Cutter
- Steel
- 3.48 pounds
A steel pipe cutter sized for the 50-120mm range, worth it if that window matches the pipe diameters on the job.
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How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track
4.1★ across 71 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
71 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ 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 LY1142 is a steel bodied pipe cutter weighing about 3.48 pounds, listed with a cutting range of 50 to 120mm. That range points to it being sized for mid diameter pipe rather than small tubing or large industrial pipe.
A cutter's size range is the spec that matters most for matching it to a job, and 50-120mm covers a fair number of common pipe diameters used in plumbing and light industrial work. The steel construction adds weight compared to lighter alloy cutters but generally holds up better under repeated use. No blade or wheel material is broken out separately from the body.
- 50-120mm cutting range
- Steel material
- 3.48 pound weight
- Model LY1142
Who it's for
Fits plumbers and maintenance workers cutting pipe in the 50 to 120mm range regularly. Not the right pick for anyone working outside that diameter window or needing a lightweight cutter for overhead work.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Covers a 50-120mm pipe diameter range
- Steel construction for repeated use
- Heavier than lightweight alloy cutters at 3.48 pounds
- Blade or wheel material isn't broken out separately
Performance notes
Cutting range is the main functional spec for a pipe cutter, and the 50-120mm window here places it in the mid size category, above small tubing cutters and below tools built for large diameter industrial pipe. At 3.48 pounds the steel body adds some heft, which typically improves durability under repeated clamping and cutting cycles.
Specifications
| Brand | Pipe |
|---|---|
| Model | LY1142 |
| Material | Steel |
| Item Weight | 3.48 pounds |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pipe LY1142 CutterThis product | 4.1 / 5 | 71 | 3.6 / 5 |
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| Klein VDV226-110 CutterKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 11,600 | 4.7 / 5 |
| 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 Pipe LY1142
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What pipe diameter range does the LY1142 cover?
It's listed for a 50 to 120mm cutting range.
What is the LY1142 made from?
The body is steel.
How much does the LY1142 weigh?
About 3.48 pounds.