Tubing Cutter, Polymeric Tubing, Guillotine Style, Red. ARE-Applied Research brand. 5/PK.
Additional Info:
The 46002‑01‑005 Guillotine‑Style Tubing Cutter (5‑Pack) provides a cost‑effective, multi‑user solution for laboratories performing routine cutting of soft polymeric tubing. Designed for convenience and speed, this cutter enables quick, functional cuts for general fluidic applications where ultra‑high precision is not required.
This tool is suitable for a wide range of polymer tubing materials, including:
PTFE
ETFE
PFA
FEP
Other soft polymer tubing
While this cutter can be used on PEEK tubing, the resulting cut is not suitable for critical HPLC connections, where clean, perpendicular cuts are essential for proper sealing and chromatographic performance. For those applications, a precision cutter such as the Clean‑Cut90™ is recommended.
Proper tubing preparation is critical in any fluidic or chromatography system. Poorly cut tubing ends can lead to:
Leaks at fittings
Incomplete ferrule sealing
Increased dead volume
Reduced system efficiency and reproducibility
The guillotine‑style design offers a simple and economical solution for non‑critical applications, making it ideal for routine lab work, educational environments, and high‑volume tubing preparation.
Why Choose a 5‑Pack Configuration?
This bulk pack is ideal for:
Multi‑user laboratories
High‑throughput environments
Multiple workstations or instruments
Reducing downtime caused by shared tools
Helps ensure consistent availability for daily lab operations.
Why Use a Guillotine‑Style Tubing Cutter?
This tool is best suited for:
General laboratory tubing cutting
Non‑critical fluidic connections
Fast, repeatable cutting of soft tubing
Environments where cost and efficiency are priorities
For critical HPLC or LC‑MS applications, a precision cutter should be used to avoid:
Leaks or poor sealing
Dead volume and flow disturbance
Reduced analytical reproducibility
Key Features
Economical Bulk Solution
5‑pack configuration for multi‑user efficiency
Reduces tool sharing and workflow delays
Ideal for high‑volume or routine lab use
Designed for Soft Polymeric Tubing
Compatible with PTFE, FEP, PFA, ETFE, and similar materials
Provides reliable cuts for flexible tubing applications
Simple Guillotine Cutting Action
Easy, fast operation
Minimal training required
Consistent results for general use
Not Intended for Critical HPLC Cuts
Can cut PEEK tubing, but not recommended for precision applications
Typical Applications
Cutting polymer tubing for general lab use
Routine fluidic setup and maintenance
Non‑critical chromatography connections
Educational labs and training environments
High‑volume tubing preparation workflows