Virax Fast Action Copper Tubing Cutter (5/16-2 5/8" diameter) - for wall thickness to 2mm. Notched telescopic slide and release button for fast forward and reverse wheel adjustment. Cutting wheel with 4 rollers for increased cutting precision. Spare cutting wheel (Virax # 210453) incorporated within the knob. Country of origin=France.
Virax was part of the Stanley/Facom group with HQ in Epernay France. European quality and origin. Production of many of the post Facom Virax/Rothenberger was later moved to Spain and/or Taiwan. Alternates (same tool, different branding) available through Ultimate Garage - 333C.67 in Facom ; 314FA in USAG.
The reference Virax 210451 represents a telescopic, quick-release copper tube cutter engineered for large-diameter pipe fabrication. It's a rugged plumbing tool built for rapid adjustments on commercial work sites:
- Cutting Capacity: Handles a wide diameter footprint from 6 mm to 67 mm (5/16" to 2 5/8" OD).
- Material focus: Cleanly cuts through copper, brass, and thin-walled light alloy tubing up to a maximum wall thickness of 2 mm.
- Telescopic Action: Features a notched mechanical rack and quick-release button. This allows you to instantly slide the tool flush against the pipe wall without manual knob spinning.
- 4-Roller Configuration: Tracks smoothly on the pipe to eliminate spiral walking and ensure perfect square cuts.
Cutting wheel 210453 (available through current Virax dealers):
- Wheel Diameter: 19 mm.
- Bore Diameter: 4.85 mm.
- Wheel Width: 6.20 mm.
- Weight: 10 grams (0.01 kg).
