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[deleted] t1_j37toh2 wrote

You can’t do it without a vice. You will not be able to make a straight cut without one. Get a longer piece.

1/4” is very small. Unless you’re an expert at using a pipe cutter, you’re going to end up with pieces that are 1/4” +/- 1/8”. A longer piece will also let you practice several times to lower the tolerance.

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Greg_Esres OP t1_j37unre wrote

precision isn't that important...I'd be OK with 1/8" variation. I am considering a pipe cutter...wasn't sure how well it would with these rather flimsy tubes.

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[deleted] t1_j37uvsx wrote

It’s just the easiest tool to use. Shouldn’t deform anything sch5 or higher really, but you have to check.

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Greg_Esres OP t1_j37vg30 wrote

OK, I'll order one and experiment with it. Can't have too many tools. Thanks for the suggestion.

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