Cutter selection guide: everything for a safe cut
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17/02/2020
A crate can be closed in many ways: with tape, foil, film, rope, etc. To open a crate, however, you only need one tool: cutters! In this selection guide, we compare all the variants that you can order in our online shop. Choose the right cutter and find out how you can carry out your tasks much more flexibly and precisely.
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When it comes to industrial cutters, safety is the top priority. That’s why we’ve put our cutters in the following order: from good safety (1) to maximum safety (4). At RAJA, we distinguish between 4 types of cutters:
 Breaking blade cutter |
 Dry Knifeunorm® knife |
 Knife Secupro® knife |
 Knife Secumax® knife |
| Blade that you have to slide manually in or out of the handle. | Blade that retracts automatically after cutting (release the slider). | Blade that retracts automatically after cutting – even if you hold the slider down. | Blade that will not retract not exposedthis is the optimum protection against cuts and damage. |
Four types of cutters to suit your work
► 1. Breakaway blade cutter
This cutter has a blade that is broken off as soon as the tip is dull, so you always have a razor sharp blade at your disposal. In the case of a breakaway blade cutter, the blade must be manually pushed back into the handle after cutting. Keep this in mind, as an exposed blade can be a safety hazard. Another point of caution is that the blade should not be slid back too far, and especially not all the way back when you start cutting.
Cuttex 18 mm wide |
Cuttex 9 mm wide |
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| Universal version with variable blade length. | Extra long blade, long life. |
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| Single flute cardboard, films, adhesive tapes and strings. | Double flute cardboard, films, foils, adhesive tapes, foam and twine. |
► 2. Secunorm® safety knife
You can also choose the Secunorm® safety knife – a brand of the manufacturer Martor©. To extend the blade, push the slider forward with your thumb.As soon as you start cutting, release the slider.Once the blade is no longer in contact with the product to be cut, it retracts automatically.The automatic retraction of the blade after cutting ensures the safety of the user.This technique considerably reduces the risk of cuts.
Martor Secunorm 380 |
Secunorm Smartcut |
Martor Secunorm 500 |
| Extra long blade up to 8 cm for cutting thicker materials. | Very compact design. Cuts through the most common materials. |
Aluminium handle: extra strong, lightweight, durable and ergonomic. |
| Quadruple flute cardboard, films, foils, foam, insulation, adhesive tapes, PVC and felt. | Double flute cardboard, films, adhesive tapes and strings. | Triple flute board, films, foils, adhesive tapes, twines, felt and textile. |
► 3. Secupro® safety knife
In third place in our guide is the Secupro® safety knife. In terms of use, it is comparable to the previous type (Secunorm®). The blade retracts automatically after cutting. The only difference is that you can hold the slider or handle down at any time. This type of cutter guarantees safety and greater ease of use. It is by far the most versatile safety knife in our range.
Martor Secupro Maxisafe |
Martor Secupro 625 |
Martor Secupro Merak |
| With a non-slip slider that can be controlled from 3 sides (also from above). | Ergonomic trigger handle and aluminium body for extra strength. | Minimum cutting depth to protect your goods. |
| Triple flute cardboard, film, foil, tape, string, felt and textile. | Triple flute board, twine, textile, rubber, leather, PVC, carpet and felt. | Double flute board, films, foils, adhesive tapes, twines and textile. |
► 4. Secumax® safety knife
The last type of knife in our guide is the Secumax®. It guarantees maximum safety
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all times. With this safety knife, the blade is not exposed. This eliminates the risk of cuts and prevents damage to goods. This cutter is often used to cut film, foil or tape. Like a zip, these closures open effortlessly. For other applications, it is best to use one of the above safety knives.
Martor Secumax 350 |
Martor Secumax 320 |
Martor Secumax Opticut |
| With ergonomic softgrip handle. | The perfect tool for cutting film and foil. | With blade holder and metal pad. Cuts through thick film and foam rubber. |
| Double-wall cardboard, films, foils, tapes and strings. | Films, foils and adhesive tapes. | Single-wall cardboard, film, foil, foam and textile. |
Accessories for cutters
We conclude with a range of accessories specially designed for cutters, which make your work much more practical and even safer
- [1] Unwinder1]: Attach one end to your belt and attach the other end to your cutter, so your cutters are always at hand.
- [2] Belt case 2]: Attach it to your belt with a buckle or clip, so that you always have the necessary work materials at hand.
- [3] Used blade container: You can store your used blades safely.
