RIDGID 1215 61142
#3 in MachinesFull review
A compact 1-1/2 in machine for crews that thread small gas and water lines all day. The 300 does more for about the same money.
Amazon $5,129.23$5,129.23
The RIDGID 1215 61142 is the better pipe threading machine overall, rated 3.4 to 2.8. The RIDGID 1215 61142 leads on weight. The Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine wins on value. The Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine costs $3,914.24 less ($1,214.99 vs $5,129.23).
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Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine
#8 in MachinesFull review
A budget 1-1/2 in machine built around RIDGID-pattern dies. It suits a shop that threads small pipe and wants low upfront cost.
Amazon $1,214.99$1,214.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the RIDGID 1215 61142 for weight (111 lb vs 151 lb).
- Choose the Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine for value ($809.99 per inch of pipe ($1,214.99, up to 1-1/2 in) vs $3,419.49 per inch of pipe ($5,129.23, up to 1-1/2 in)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every machines pipe threading machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | RIDGID 1215 61142 | Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 0 $3,419.49 per inch of pipe ($5,129.23, up to 1-1/2 in) | 38 $809.99 per inch of pipe ($1,214.99, up to 1-1/2 in) |
| Capacity 20% | 17 threads pipe up to 1-1/2 in | 17 threads pipe up to 1-1/2 in |
| Dies 15% | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/2 in | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/2 in |
| Weight 10% | 96 111 lb | 83 151 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| RIDGID 1215 61142 | Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/4 to 1-1/2 in | 1/2 to 1-1/2 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 1-1/2 in | Up to 1-1/2 in |
| Speed | 44 rpm | - |
| Power | 373 W | Corded |
| In the box | ||
| Cutter | Yes | Yes |
| Reamer | Yes | Yes |
| Oil system | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 111 lb | 151 lb |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |