Description
Overview
The RIDGID 31115 48-Inch Aluminum Straight Pipe Wrench is a professional-grade, heavy-duty wrench engineered for industrial pipefitting, plumbing, and maintenance work. Despite its massive 48-inch handle length, the tool remains lightweight thanks to its aluminum I-beam construction, weighing roughly 40% less than traditional cast-iron wrenches of similar size.
Designed for pipe up to 6 inches in diameter, the 31115 delivers exceptional grip, strength, and leverage—ideal for demanding applications where high torque and reliability are required.
Key Features
Lightweight Aluminum Body – up to 40% lighter than cast iron, reducing user fatigue.
Full-Floating Hook Jaw – ensures secure grip and smooth operation on large pipes.
Replaceable Alloy Steel Jaws – hardened teeth for durability and easy serviceability.
Knurled Adjustment Nut – allows fast, precise jaw positioning with self-cleaning threads.
Straight Design – provides maximum leverage in applications with sufficient clearance.
I-Beam Handle Design – delivers rigidity and consistent torque performance.
USA-Made Durability – built to professional standards for long-term industrial use.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 31115 |
| Catalog Number | 848 |
| Nominal Length | 48 inches (1,200 mm) |
| Pipe Capacity | Up to 6 inches (150 mm) |
| Weight | Approximately 18.5 lb (8.4 kg) |
| Handle Material | Aluminum I-beam |
| Jaw Material | Forged Alloy Steel (replaceable) |
| Adjustment Mechanism | Knurled nut with self-cleaning threads |
| Design Type | Straight Pipe Wrench |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Ideal For
Professional plumbers and pipefitters working on large-diameter pipes or industrial piping systems.
HVAC technicians and maintenance engineers requiring leverage on heavy fittings.
Utility contractors and industrial workers seeking a lighter tool for high-torque applications.
Jobsite professionals who value reduced fatigue without compromising strength.