The H&S TOOL Split Frame Clamshell Machines are versatile cold cutting and bevelling tools for pipes and vessels from 1″ to 120″ in diameter. With a lightweight aluminum body, durable steel inner ring, and wide clamping feet for quick, repeatable setups, these portable lathes handle cutting, bevelling, facing, and counterboring. Available with pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, and servo electric power options, they are easily customized with adjustable bearings and H&S TOOL’s transmission tool slides, making them ideal for demanding applications across industries.
Rentals: Pipe Cold Cutting Machines
Pipe Cold Cutting Machines


Pipe Cold Cutting Machines
Clamshell AFC/BFC (Split-Frame) Machines
Range (Inch) | 1" – 42" or 34"– 86" |
Range (Metric) | 25.4 – 1066.8 or 863.6 – 2184.4 mm |
Clamshell MFC (Split-Frame) Machine
Range (Inch) | 0.625 – 2.625" |
Range (Metric) | 15.9 – 66.7 mm |
Split Frame Clamshell 1 – 48″
Range (Inch) | 1-48" OD |
Range (Metric) | 25.4-1,220 mm OD |
Split Frame Clamshell Machine 48″ to 120″
Range (Inch) | 48 - 120" OD |
Range (Metric) | 1,220 - 3,050 mm OD |