Yes, you can melt through copper. Heat the pipe with a torch until it’s cherry red. Then yank it apart—it will separate like warm taffy.
This is the coolest method. It’s also the most dangerous. You’re holding fire in your hand. But hey, speed isn’t everything. Style counts.
Time: About 15 seconds to heat. But the wow factor? Priceless. Use this move only if you want to impress a plumber or start a campfire.
The Hidden Gem: Mini Pipe Cutter for Tight Spots
Ever had a pipe stuck behind a wall? Use a mini pipe cutter. It’s a tiny, hand-held tool that fits in your palm. It works like a normal cutter, but it’s nimble.
Speed? Only 20 seconds. But it saves you 20 minutes of struggling. It’s the Tardis of plumbing—small on the outside, magical on the inside.