Lenox 14830TS12 1/2" Tight Space Tubing Cutter User Guide
Quick guide for the Lenox 14830TS12 1/2" manual tubing cutter. Learn about its features, compatible materials, and replacement parts for efficient cutting in tight spaces.
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Quick guide from the manual
The Lenox 14830TS12 is a manual tubing cutter engineered for precision in confined areas. This tool is specifically designed for cutting copper and other soft tubing with a nominal capacity of 1/2 inch.
Product Overview
The cutter features a compact, non-slip grooved cast aluminum body that requires only 1/2 inch of clearance to operate. It utilizes stainless steel rollers to protect against corrosion and ensure smooth operation.

Usage and Compatibility
This tool is intended for use with copper and other soft tubing materials. The design includes color-coding to assist with easy tool recognition and to indicate the correct cutting direction.
Maintenance and Parts
To maintain cutting performance, the tool uses the 14829TSB small copper cutting wheel. Ensure the cutting wheel is inspected regularly for wear and replaced if the quality of the cut diminishes.
Practical help
Common problems
Replace the cutting wheel with the 14829TSB small copper cutting wheel.
Before use
- Verify the tubing material is copper or soft tubing.
- Ensure the tubing diameter is 1/2 inch.
- Check that there is at least 1/2 inch of clearance around the tubing for the tool to operate.
- Inspect the cutting wheel for damage or wear.
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