Rothenberger 88801 Pipeslice 15mm Copper Pipe Cutter

Rothenberger 88801 Pipeslice 15mm Copper Pipe Cutter

By Rothenberger · Model: 88801 · Plumbing & Heating

Compact single-handed copper pipe cutter for 15mm tube, designed for fast clean cuts in tight spaces on site.

  • Single-handed operation for cutting in confined spaces
  • Cuts 15mm copper tube cleanly without deformation
  • Compact body fits behind joists, in boxing and between clips
  • Hardened cutting wheel for long service life
  • No adjustment needed — simply slide onto pipe and rotate
  • German-engineered precision build quality
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Overview

The Rothenberger Pipeslice is the pipe cutter that lives in every UK plumber's pocket. Its compact, single-handed design lets you cut 15mm copper pipe in spaces where a standard pipe cutter simply will not fit — behind joists, inside boxing, and between pipe clips.

In-Depth Look

The Rothenberger Pipeslice is one of those tools that has become so ubiquitous in UK plumbing that it barely needs an introduction. If you have ever watched a plumber work, you have seen one of these.

Tight Space Performance

The Pipeslice’s defining feature is its ability to cut pipe in places where a standard adjustable pipe cutter cannot physically fit. The compact body slides over the pipe and cuts with a simple rotating motion, making it invaluable for first-fix plumbing, boiler swaps, and radiator replacements where pipes run through tight voids.

Cut Quality

The hardened cutting wheel produces clean, square cuts with minimal burr. This matters because a clean cut makes for a better solder or compression joint — and fewer callbacks.

Verdict

At its price point, the Rothenberger Pipeslice is an automatic purchase for anyone who works with 15mm copper pipe. It is small enough to live permanently in a trouser pocket and reliable enough to last years of daily use.

Specifications
Pipe Diameter15mm
MaterialCopper tube
OperationSingle-handed, auto-feed
Cutting WheelHardened steel (replaceable)
Weight80g approx
OriginGermany

Who It's For

  • Plumbers and heating engineers working with 15mm copper pipework
  • Gas engineers and bathroom fitters needing quick clean cuts
  • DIYers tackling copper plumbing repairs and modifications

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Fits into spaces where no other cutter will work
  • Clean, burr-free cuts every time with no pipe deformation
  • Replaceable cutting wheel extends tool life indefinitely
  • Excellent price point for a professional-grade tool

Cons

  • 15mm only — need separate cutters for 22mm and 28mm
  • Cutting wheel will eventually need replacing with heavy use
  • Not suitable for plastic or stainless steel pipe
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