Choosing the wrong portable pipe bevelling machine costs you more than money. It costs you time on every joint, every shift, every project. The Pipe Beveller 220E vs 360E decision comes down to one factor above all others: the pipe diameters you work with day to day.
Both machines share the same wall thickness ceiling, the same on-site portability, and the same precise adjustment system. The split happens at pipe size. Read on to find out which pipe beveller to choose for your work, or see our complete pipe saw model comparison if you are also selecting a saw.
Quick answer: which one fits your work?
If your pipe range stays below 220 mm (8.66 in) outside diameter, the Pipe Beveller 220E covers you completely. If you regularly work above that diameter, up to 360 mm (14.17 in), the Pipe Beveller 360E is the right tool.
Neither machine limits you on wall thickness. Both handle pipe walls up to 10 mm (0.39 in). The diameter range is the deciding factor, full stop.
Pipe Beveller 220E vs 360E: technical specifications side by side
Use this table to confirm your pipe range against each machine before you buy.
- Pipe OD range: 220E covers pipes up to 220 mm (8.66 in) OD. 360E covers pipes up to 360 mm (14.17 in) OD.
- Max wall thickness: 10 mm (0.39 in) for both machines.
- Pipe materials: Both machines work on steel, stainless steel, copper, aluminium, and plastic pipe.
- Power: Refer to the individual product pages for voltage-specific power ratings.
- Choose the 220E when: Your jobsite pipe range sits within 220 mm OD and you want a lighter, more compact unit.
- Choose the 360E when: Your work includes larger-diameter pipe above 220 mm OD, up to 360 mm.
If a specification you need is not listed above, check the product pages directly for the most current figures.
Pipe diameter decides the choice
This is the only real fork in the road. The 220E and 360E are not differentiated by material, wall thickness, or bevelling quality. They are differentiated by the size of pipe they grip.
Think about your last three projects. What was the largest pipe you bevelled? If the answer was consistently under 220 mm OD, the 220E handles your work and you carry less machine to site. If even one regular pipe size pushes past that, the 360E is the safer long-term investment.
Buying a smaller machine and stretching it beyond its range is not a workaround. It is a source of poor fit-up, rework, and frustration on the job.
Wall thickness: a shared ceiling for both machines
Both the 220E and 360E top out at 10 mm (0.39 in) pipe wall thickness. This is not a compromise on the smaller machine. It is a genuine shared capability.
If your work involves walls above 10 mm, neither beveller is the right tool and you need to look at a different solution. But for the vast majority of carbon steel, stainless, copper, and plastic pipework in construction, HVAC, and industrial maintenance, 10 mm covers the full wall range you will encounter.
Adjustment, repeatability, and returning to a bevel setting
Repeatable settings are worth more than they sound. When you dial in a bevel profile once and lock it, every subsequent joint comes off the machine to the same specification. No per-joint dialling. No guesswork. The welder gets consistent fit-up across the whole run.
Both machines use a gripping mechanism and operating system designed for precise adjustment. Set your bevel, run your batch, come back tomorrow and the setting is still there. For a contractor preparing multiple joints to the same weld procedure, that consistency removes a significant source of variation before the welder even picks up the torch.
Less variation at fit-up means less grinding to correct, less weld rework, and a cleaner inspection record.
Cutting heads and bevel tips
Both machines are compatible with a range of cutting heads and bevel tips designed for different materials and bevel profiles. Selecting the right tip for your pipe material and the required weld prep angle is as important as selecting the right machine.
Check the accessories listed on each product page to confirm compatibility before ordering consumables for a new project or material type.
Pairing your beveller with your pipe saw on site
A beveller and a pipe saw used together on site keep the whole cut-to-fit-up workflow in one place, without sending pipe to a fixed machine or a separate trade. It is also worth understanding single pass cut and bevel as the alternative before committing to a two-tool setup.
- For pipework in the 220 mm OD range, the 220E beveller pairs naturally with the PipeCut 220 Pro Series 2.0.
- For larger-diameter work up to 360 mm and beyond, the 360E beveller pairs with the PipeCut 360 Pro Series 2.0. If you are deciding between the 360 and 460 saws these pair with, check the capacity line before choosing.
For cast iron, ductile iron, glass fibre, and plastics, the Cut and Bevel package for Pro Series and Infinity may handle both operations in a single pass, removing the need for a separate beveller on those materials entirely.
Three buying scenarios
Welding contractor: carbon steel joints in workshop and on site
You prepare batches of joints to a fixed weld procedure. Consistency matters because every joint goes to the same welder with the same fit-up expectation. The 220E suits most structural and process pipe in this range. The 360E steps in when your scope includes larger-diameter headers or main runs. Buy to your largest regular pipe size, not your average.
Maintenance team: wide diameter range, unpredictable sizes
Plant and shipyard maintenance work means you cannot always predict what size pipe needs replacing. If your site holds pipe from small bore up to 360 mm OD, the 360E covers the full range without a second machine. The shared 10 mm wall ceiling means both machines handle the same wall depths, so the 360E does not give anything up on the smaller sizes.
Fabricator already running Cut and Bevel: does a beveller add anything?
If your primary materials are cast iron, plastics, or glass fibre and you already use the single-pass Cut and Bevel package, a standalone beveller may be redundant for those materials. Where a separate beveller adds value is on carbon steel and stainless weld preparation where weld prep angle and surface quality requirements are more demanding. Assess by material mix, not by machine count.
Confirm your choice with Exact Tools
We support every machine we sell, from initial selection through to spare parts and troubleshooting. If your pipe range sits close to the 220 mm boundary, or if you are specifying for a project with unusual wall or material requirements, talk to us before you order.
Browse the beveller range to compare full specifications, then check the range with your distributor to confirm availability and get the machine to your site.