Description
Dual-Action Plastic Pipe Preparation Tool for Schedule 40 and Schedule 80
Product Overview
Cutting PVC, CPVC, or ABS pipe leaves burrs and rough edges that prevent the pipe from seating properly in the fitting socket. Without a chamfer, the rough edge disrupts the solvent cement bond and weakens the joint. A drill-powered chamfer tool for plastic pipe fixes this in a single pass, removing the burr and cutting a 15-degree chamfer on inside and outside diameters for a clean, full-contact fit. The Reed PB series covers 2", 3", and 4" sizes.
Key Features and Benefits
- The Reed drill powered chamfer tool deburrs both the inside and outside diameter simultaneously in a single pass. The PB2 cuts a 1/8-inch by 15-degree chamfer on 2-inch pipe; the PB3 and PB4 cut 5/32-inch by 15-degree chamfers on 3-inch and 4-inch pipe.
- An adjustable inside blade handles both Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 pipe wall thicknesses without swapping parts: loosen the #10 socket head screw with the included hex key wrench, reposition the blade, and retighten. Reed is the only manufacturer producing a drill powered chamfer tool for plastic pipe in the 2-inch to 4-inch range with this single-blade adjustment.
- The 3/8-inch hex steel shaft chucks into any standard cordless or electric drill; Reed recommends medium RPM for the cleanest cut. On high-volume jobs, a PVC pipe chamfer tool running off a drill eliminates the hand fatigue of chamfering 30 or 50 pipe ends by manual rotation.
- Each tool ships with two cutting blades (one installed, one spare stored on the body), so when the active blade dulls, swap it on site by positioning the replacement with the cutting-edge bevel facing inward toward center. Replacement cutting blades (94661) and internal blades (94667) are available separately.
- The Reed PBKIT chamfer kit bundles the PB2, PB3, and PB4 in a plastic carrying case (6.6 lbs total), so one case covers every pipe size from 2 inches through 4 inches. Each tool is also sold individually for crews that need only one diameter or want a backup on the truck.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Available Models | PB2 (2"), PB3 (3"), PB4 (4"), PBKIT (kit with all three) |
| Catalog Numbers | PB2 = 04662, PB3 = 04663, PB4 = 04664, PBKIT = 04660 |
| Compatible Pipe Materials | PVC, CPVC, ABS, PE (IPS type) |
| PB2 Pipe Capacity | 2" nominal (52.2 mm ID / 60.3 mm OD) |
| PB3 Pipe Capacity | 3" nominal (77.9 mm ID / 88.9 mm OD) |
| PB4 Pipe Capacity | 4" nominal (102.2 mm ID / 114.3 mm OD) |
| Chamfer Angle | 15° (1/8" depth on 2" pipe; 5/32" depth on 3" and 4" pipe) |
| Pipe Schedules | Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 (adjustable inside blade) |
| Drive | 3/8" hex steel shaft (fits standard drill chuck) |
| Power Source | Cordless or electric drill (not included) |
| Body Material | Aluminum |
| Cutting Blades Per Tool | 2 (one installed, one spare stored on body) |
| Weight (PB2) | 0.4 lbs (0.2 kg) |
| Weight (PB3) | 0.5 lbs (0.2 kg) |
| Weight (PB4) | 0.7 lbs (0.3 kg) |
| Weight (PBKIT with Case) | 6.6 lbs (3.0 kg) |
| Replacement Parts | Cutting Blade (94661), Internal Blade (94667), Flat Spring (94668), Arbor (94665) |
| Manufacturer | Reed Manufacturing, Erie, PA (est. 1896) |
Applications
Plumbing contractors use the Reed drill-powered chamfer tool on new construction and renovation projects where PVC, CPVC, or ABS pressure pipe and DWV (drain, waste, and vent) systems require properly prepared joints. Because a chamfer tool for solvent cement joints produces a consistent lead-in angle, solvent cement spreads evenly inside the fitting socket instead of pooling or getting pushed ahead of the pipe. For contractors who need the best drill-powered chamfer tool for PVC pipe in the 2-inch to 4-inch range, the PB series is the only drill-powered option currently manufactured.
Municipal utility crews preparing water service lines and sewer laterals need this same consistency at scale. The PB series also works as a pipe deburring tool for PVC vent pipe, including System 636 pipe used in direct-vent and power-vent appliance installations.
For a drill-powered chamfer tool for plastic pipe in sizes smaller than 2 inches, Reed makes the DEB1 Series Drill Powered Deburring Tools covering 1/2-inch to 2-inch pipe. For crews that prefer a hand-rotated alternative covering six sizes in one body, the Reed DEB4 handles 1-1/4 inch through 4 inch.
Buy Reed Drill Powered Chamfer Tools Online from Cleanflow
Cleanflow Utility Supply Company is the authorized Reed dealer for pipe tools across Canada and the USA. The Reed drill-powered chamfer tool ships with free shipping on orders over $199. Order the Reed PBKIT chamfer kit for full 2-inch through 4-inch coverage, or pick up an individual PB2, PB3, or PB4.
Cleanflow stocks the full Reed lineup of beveling and deburring tools and pipe tools, including every plastic pipe preparation tool in the Reed catalog. For questions about this product, replacement parts, or to set up a net-terms account, email info@cleanflow.ca.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to chamfer PVC pipe before gluing?
Slide the PB tool onto the pipe end and run the drill at medium RPM until a smooth 15-degree bevel forms. The tool cuts both diameters simultaneously, so you do not need a separate pipe deburring tool for PVC or an extra step before applying cement.
Reed PB chamfer tool vs DEB4: which one do you need?
The PB series is a Reed drill-powered chamfer tool that cuts both the inside and outside diameter at once. The DEB4 is hand-rotated and chamfers only the outside edge. Choose the PB for high-volume production and the DEB4 for lighter-duty or occasional pipe joining.
Why chamfer plastic pipe before solvent welding?
A chamfer creates a tapered lead-in that lets the pipe enter the fitting socket without scraping solvent cement off the joint surface. Using a chamfer tool for solvent cement joints removes the burr and adds the correct bevel angle in one step, preventing air pockets and weak bonds.
Drill-powered vs. manual chamfer tool: which is faster?
A drill-powered chamfer tool for plastic pipe finishes each end in seconds at consistent RPM. Manual tools require hand rotation, which slows on larger diameters and produces uneven chamfers when the operator tires. On jobs with 20 or more pipe ends per day, drill power saves measurable time.
What pipe materials does the PB chamfer tool work on?
The Reed PB series chamfers PVC, CPVC, ABS, and PE IPS-type pipe in both Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 wall thicknesses. This PVC pipe chamfer tool also handles vent pipes such as System 636 pipe. Adjust the inner blade via the socket-head screw to match your pipe schedule.
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