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Specialist Knives

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Here you will find knives designed for specific jobs, different from the ordinary utility knife. They are useful to electricians, fitters, gilders, decorators and anyone working with special materials. The brands available are Stanley, Milwaukee, Pavan, DeWalt, Breaker and Petzl, as well as other items.

Types available

  • Hot knives with heated blade, for cutting materials that are worked this way (Breaker).
  • Cable-stripping knives, for removing the sheathing from electrical cables.
  • Gilder's knives and flat-bladed knives for mixes (Pavan).
  • Sport and folding knives, for work and for the pocket (Milwaukee, Stanley).
  • Multi-purpose fixed-blade knives (DeWalt).
  • Precision sets with replaceable blades for detail work.

How to choose

Choose the knife according to the job: for cables you need a cable-stripping model, for cutting special materials a hot knife, for the pocket a folding one with blade lock. Check the type of blade, the handle and, if needed, the insulation. A suitable knife makes the work more precise and safer.

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Frequently asked questions: Specialist Knives
Which knife should I use to strip electrical cables without cutting the conductor?

To remove the sheath from cables you need a cable stripping knife, ideally with a skid or guide that limits the risk of nicking the conductor. In the catalogue you will find stripping knives with skid, such as model 9855, and the Milwaukee multi cable stripper. Choose the tool according to the diameter of the cables you work on. On live installations use only insulated tools and switch off the power whenever you can.

How do I use a hot knife to cut foam and polystyrene?

The hot knife has a heated blade that melts the material as it passes through, and lets you cut polystyrene and foams. The Breaker CC1 hot knife is an example of this type, and the catalogue also lists the TPC 120 vertical cutting frame for the Breaker cutter. Work in a ventilated environment, because the molten material gives off fumes, and keep your fingers away from the hot blade.

Gilder's knife with one or two cutting edges: which should I choose?

Pavan gilder's knives have a flat blade and differ in the number of cutting edges: model 571/Riv has a single edge, while 572/Riv has two, that is, two sharpened sides. The two-edge model lets you work on both sides of the blade. Choose according to the type of gilding and how comfortable you find the handle grip.

Which Stanley utility knife should I choose for site work?

For general site work you will find Stanley utility knives, such as the model with a stainless steel blade and the FatMax Premium and Sport versions. There are also specific models for cutting balsa, plastic laminates and insulation. Choose according to the material to be cut, and prefer a model with spare blades available if the work is intensive.

What is the difference between a plastic laminate knife and an insulation knife?

They are tools designed for different materials. The plastic laminate knife is used to cut thin panels and rigid coverings. The FatMax insulation knife is designed for soft materials, such as insulation boards. Use the blade suited to the material, because the wrong blade frays or spoils the edge of the piece.

What is a Hawkbill fixed-blade knife used for?

The Milwaukee Hawkbill knife has a curved, beak-shaped blade, useful for cutting straps, ropes and cardboard. It is a fixed-blade tool, so it must be used with the utmost attention to the direction of the cut. Put it away closed or in its sheath when you are not using it.

How do I use a work knife safely on site?

Always cut with the blade moving away from your body and hands, rest the piece on a stable surface, and use cut-resistant gloves if the job requires it. Close the knife or cover the blade when you put it down. To change a blade, work with the knife closed and, if the tool is a hot one, with the appliance switched off and unplugged.