Which tubing cutters are used to cut copper in close quarters?

• A. Regular pipe cutters
• B. IMP tubing cutters
• C. Hacksaw
• D. Scissors

Answer: (B)

When you’re cutting copper in a tight space, you need a cutter with a slim, compact head and a design that can reach into confined spots. IMP tubing cutters are built for exactly that scenario—the narrow profile lets you position the wheel and grip close to a wall or cabinet while you rotate the tube to make the cut. Regular pipe cutters are bulkier and require more room to maneuver around the tube, which isn’t available in cramped areas. A hacksaw cuts copper but is slow, leaves burrs, and often requires extra deburring and a less precise edge. Scissors won’t produce a clean or reliable cut on metal tubing. So the tool best suited for close-quarters copper cutting is the IMP tubing cutter.