Choice guide cutter knives: on the cutting edge

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You can close a box in many ways: with tape, strapping bands, wrapping film, rope and so on. To reopen that same box, on the other hand, you only need one tool: cutter knives! In this selection guide, we compare all the variants you can order in our webshop. Choose the right cutter knife and discover for yourself how to perform your tasks much more smoothly and accurately. Ready to put the knife in?

When it comes to cutter knives, safety is number one. We therefore list our knives from a good (1) to a maximum (4) safety level. We distinguish four types of cutter knives at RAJA:

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Four types of cutter blades tailored to your work

► 1. Breaktex knife

The first type of knife we touch on is what we call the ‘breaking knife’. A breaker knife has a blade that you break off (What’s in a name?) as soon as the tip is blunt. This way, you always have a razor-sharp knife at your disposal. With a snap knife, you have to manually slide the blade into the handle after cutting. Don’t forget this, as a blade that is exposed can be a safety hazard. Another point of note: best not to slide the blade too far and therefore definitely not all the way out when you start cutting.

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► 2. Secunorm® safety knife

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Secondly, you have a choice of Secunorm®safety knives – a brand from the manufacturer Martor©. To bring out the blade, push the slider forward with your thumb. As soon as you start cutting, release the slider. After the blade no longer makes contact with the material to be cut, it automatically jumps back into the handle. Because the blade automatically retracts after cutting, safety for the user is guaranteed. This technique significantly reduces the risks of cuts.

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► 3. Secupro® safety knife

Showing off at number three in our selection guide are the Secupro® safety knives. In terms of use, they are similar to the previous type (Secunorm®). The blade thus retracts automatically after cutting. With the difference that you may always keep the slider or lever depressed. This type of cutter blade guarantees increased safety as well as convenience. This makes it by far the most versatile safety knife in our range.

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► 4. Safety knife Secumax

The last type of knife in our selection guide is the Secumax®. Maximum safety is its trademark. With this cutter knife, the blade is not exposed. This eliminates the risk of cutting accidents and prevents damage to goods. People often use this type of cutter knife for cutting film, strapping or tape. Like a zip, these closures then slide open effortlessly. For other applications, it is best to use one of the previous safety knives.

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Accessories for cutter knives

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Finally, we take a look at a range of accessories designed specifically for cutter blades. They make your work a lot more practical and even safer:

• [1] Dispenser: attach one end to your waistband and click your cutter to the other end. So you can always easily reach for your cutter.
• [2] Holster: Attach it to your belt with a loop or clip. This way, you always keep necessary working materials close at hand.
• [3] Collection box for used knives: Store your used blades safely.

View our full range of cutter blades here