DEWALT PIPESLAYER
One-Handed Reciprocating Saw
The DEWALT PipeSlayer tackles one of plumbing’s most frustrating challenges: cutting pipe in hard to reach areas. Compact, balanced, and purpose built, the PipeSlayer gives plumbers the control and power they need without the bulk of traditional saws.
12 Week Studio Project
University of Cincinnati
Professors John Dixon and Mike Rowe
Skills: Fusion360, Digital Rendering, Foam Prototyping
No two jobsites are the same.
Linda, CMPA plumber and board member
The Life of a Plumber
Plumbers work in some of the toughest environments: tight crawl spaces, flooded basements, and behind fragile finishes. Their tools must be as durable and adaptable as they are. Limited truck space, constant water exposure, and unpredictable conditions make compact, reliable tools a necessity. Linda has been in the trade for over 20 years. She emphasized how her tools take a beating, from corrosion to repeated drops, and how reliability often matters more than comfort or brand.
What is your most frequent task?
Strains on the Job
Why is cutting pipe still such a challenge?
Standard Pipe Cutting Methods
Reciprocating Saw
Chain Snap
A saw made for plumbers needs a brand that is Guaranteed Tough.
Current DEWALT Toolbox
Component-Dominant
Color Defined Grip
Aluminum Front Housing
Logo Placement
Trigger + Lock
Battery Transition
One-Handed Reciprocating Saw
Design Exploration
Going back and forth between CAD and sketching allowed me to dive deeply into DEWALT's brand language and make quick direction changes.
PipeSlayer
A pipe cutting saw made for plumbers.
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