RIDGID 300 Compact 15682
#2 in MachinesFull review
The standard portable machine for plumbing crews: complete with stand, cutter, reamer and oiler. Worth it for daily use, expensive for occasional jobs.
Amazon $5,750.41$5,750.41
The RIDGID 300 Compact 15682 is the better pipe threading machine overall, rated 3.4 to 2.8. The RIDGID 300 Compact 15682 leads on capacity. The Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine wins on value and weight. The Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine costs $4,535.42 less ($1,214.99 vs $5,750.41).
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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 300 Compact 15682 for capacity (threads pipe up to 2 in vs threads pipe up to 1-1/2 in).
- 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 $2,875.20 per inch of pipe ($5,750.41, up to 2 in)) and weight (151 lb vs 212 lb).
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 300 Compact 15682 | Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 1 $2,875.20 per inch of pipe ($5,750.41, up to 2 in) | 38 $809.99 per inch of pipe ($1,214.99, up to 1-1/2 in) |
| Capacity 20% | 33 threads pipe up to 2 in | 17 threads pipe up to 1-1/2 in |
| Dies 15% | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 2 in | 100 dies in the box cover the full range, up to 1-1/2 in |
| Weight 10% | 63 212 lb | 83 151 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| RIDGID 300 Compact 15682 | Steel Dragon 1215 Threading Machine | |
|---|---|---|
| Threading | ||
| Pipe range | 1/8 to 2 in | 1/2 to 1-1/2 in |
| Dies in the box | Up to 2 in | Up to 1-1/2 in |
| Speed | 38 rpm | - |
| Power | 373 W | Corded |
| In the box | ||
| Cutter | Yes | Yes |
| Reamer | Yes | Yes |
| Oil system | Yes | Yes |
| Stand or support arm | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 212 lb | 151 lb |
| Warranty | Lifetime | - |