Remove the Fitting.
Save the Pipe.
The Pinell Tools 1/2 inch PVC Hub Remover is a patented, drill‑powered plumbing repair tool that removes glued 1/2 inch PVC fittings while saving the original pipe. Instead of cutting out short stubs, adding couplings, and opening walls, ceilings, or cabinets just to get more pipe, this pipe‑saving hub remover shaves the fitting out from the inside so you can reuse the existing 1/2 inch pipe and make a clean, in‑line repair.
Designed specifically for 1/2 inch Schedule 40 PVC lines—common on supplies, small branches, irrigation, and specialty runs—the cutter reaches fittings that sit tight to framing, concrete, or finish materials where a saw or multi‑tool is awkward and risky. Chuck it into a standard drill and you can remove a 1/2 inch PVC hub without cutting the pipe, avoiding unnecessary demo, extra fittings, and time‑consuming rework.
Key features and benefits:
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Size‑specific 1/2 inch PVC hub remover for glued fittings
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Removes the fitting itself and saves the pipe for a fresh solvent weld
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Drill‑powered design for fast, controlled hub removal in tight spaces
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Works where traditional PVC fitting reamers, socket savers, and saws struggle or risk pipe damage
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Ideal for repairs in walls, ceilings, cabinets, equipment areas, and small chases
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Reduces demolition, patching, and material waste on every 1/2 inch PVC repair
This is the tool plumbers and serious DIYers reach for when a 1/2 inch elbow, coupling, or adapter is glued tight to something you really don’t want to cut into—because fixing one small fitting shouldn’t mean rebuilding the whole run.
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Size-Specific PrecisionEngineered specifically for this PVC hub size — not a one-size-fits-all tool.
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Removes the Fitting, Saves the PipeShaves the glued fitting out from the inside, leaving a clean hub ready for a new solvent weld.
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Drill-PoweredMounts in any standard power drill — corded or cordless. No special equipment needed.
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Works in Tight SpacesReaches fittings flush to walls, ceilings, cabinets, and slabs where saws and multi-tools can't safely operate.
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Reduces Demo & Material WasteNo extra couplings, no patching, no unnecessary demolition — just a targeted repair that protects your time and margin.
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Anodized Aluminum ConstructionBuilt for the trade — corrosion-resistant, lightweight, and tough enough for daily use on job sites.
| Pipe Size | ½″ PVC |
| Drive / Shank | 7/16″ Hex |
| Compatible Pipe | Schedule 40 PVC & ABS |
| Not Compatible With | Schedule 80 PVC |
| Drive Type | Standard power drill (corded or cordless) |
| Material | Anodized Aluminum |
| Origin | Made in USA |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
Watch How It Works
See exactly how the Hub Remover cuts out a glued PVC fitting from the inside — leaving the pipe intact and ready for a new solvent weld. No cutting, no grinding, no wasted pipe.
Shop All Sizes →1/2" Hub Remover — FAQ
Everything you need to know about removing PVC hub fittings without cutting the pipe.
How do I remove a ½″ glued PVC fitting without cutting the pipe? +
The ½″ PVC Hub Remover mounts in a standard drill and cuts from inside the glued fitting, shaving out the hub while preserving the existing pipe. That lets you remove the ½″ fitting without cutting the pipe, so you can glue in a new fitting and keep the original line in place.
Where is the ½″ Hub Remover most useful? +
It's especially useful on short stubs and tight spots — like ½″ lines coming through walls, ceilings, or cabinets — where there isn't enough exposed pipe to cut and couple. The tool lets you repair the connection at the hub instead of opening up finished surfaces or adding unnecessary fittings.
What's the difference between this and a traditional PVC socket saver or reamer? +
Traditional socket savers and reamers remove pipe from inside a fitting so you can reuse the fitting — they still assume you have extra pipe to cut back. This tool flips that logic: it removes the fitting itself and saves the ½″ pipe, which is critical when that pipe disappears into a wall, slab, or tight chase.
Will the ½″ Hub Remover damage the pipe or weaken the joint? +
The cutter is engineered to engage only the glued fitting wall, not the pipe, leaving a clean, round surface ready for a new solvent-welded connection. Used correctly in a standard drill, it preserves pipe integrity and creates a hub that's ready for a proper ½″ PVC repair.
Who is the ½″ PVC Hub Remover designed for? +
It's built for professional plumbers, maintenance techs, and DIYers who frequently work on ½″ PVC supply, distribution, irrigation, and specialty lines. Any time you want to avoid cutting back pipe, adding extra couplings, or opening finished areas for a small repair, this tool turns a frustrating ½″ PVC problem into a precise, targeted hub removal.
Still have questions? Our team is based in Houma, Louisiana and knows these tools inside and out.
Contact Us →Three Steps. No Torch. No Damage.
Attach to your drill and done in minutes.
Insert the Hub Remover into any standard power drill — no special equipment needed.
Place the tool inside the hub fitting and engage your drill. The patented blade geometry does the work.
The fitting separates cleanly — the pipe stays undamaged and ready to accept a new fitting.
Save More with a Set
Bundle the sizes you need most and save on every job.
Includes: 1½″, 2″ & 3″ Hub Removers
Includes: 1½″, 2″, 3″ & 4″ Hub Removers + waterproof/shockproof case
Includes: All 8 sizes (½″–4″) + waterproof/shockproof case
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