Which tool is used to cut copper tubing?

• A. Hacksaw
• B. Tubing Cutters
• C. Pipe Cutter
• D. Sawzall

Answer: (B)

Cutting copper tubing for brazing or soldering requires a clean, square end with minimal burrs so fittings seal properly. A tubing cutter is built for this task: it uses a sharp wheel that scores and then shears through the copper as you rotate the tool around the tube, tightening slightly as you go. This produces a precise, burr-free cut that preserves the wall thickness and helps the tube seat cleanly in fittings.

Hacksaws can leave rough edges and distort the tube, creating burrs that must be removed and can interfere with proper joint sealing. A reciprocal saw (Sawzall) is too aggressive for small-diameter tubing and tends to yield uneven, jagged cuts. A pipe cutter could work for larger pipes, but tubing cutters are specifically designed to handle copper tubing and deliver the smooth, square ends desired in brazing and soldering work.