Cutting Blade, Replacement for Guillotine Style Tubing Cutter. ARE-Applied Research brand. 5/PK.
Additional Info:
The 46002‑02‑005 Replacement Blades (5‑Pack) are designed for use with guillotine‑style tubing cutters, restoring reliable cutting performance for soft polymer tubing used in laboratory and chromatography applications.
Over time, guillotine cutter blades can dull or become damaged, leading to:
Ragged or uneven tubing cuts
Deformation of soft tubing materials
Inconsistent connection quality
Increased risk of leaks or dead volume
Replacing worn blades ensures the cutter can produce clean, controlled cuts, which are essential for maintaining proper tubing geometry and achieving consistent connections in routine laboratory workflows.
These blades are intended for use with polymeric tubing, including:
PTFE
FEP
PFA
ETFE
Other flexible tubing materials
While guillotine cutters may be used on PEEK tubing, the resulting cut is not recommended for critical HPLC connections. For high‑precision, instrument‑grade cuts, the Clean‑Cut90™ tubing cutter system is recommended.
Why Choose a 5‑Pack Blade Set?
This configuration is ideal for:
Routine cutter maintenance
Multi‑user laboratories
High‑volume tubing preparation environments
Maintaining tool readiness across workstations
Provides:
Backup blades for uninterrupted workflow
Reduced downtime from worn cutting tools
Consistent cutting performance across users
Why Replace Guillotine Cutter Blades?
A worn blade can result in:
Poor tubing end geometry
Deformation or crushing of tubing
Improper sealing at fittings
Reduced system reliability
Replacing blades restores:
Clean, consistent cutting performance
Proper tubing shape and alignment
Improved connection reliability
Reduced risk of leaks
Key Features
Compatible with Guillotine‑Style Cutters
Direct replacement for original blades
Easy maintenance component
Optimized for Polymeric Tubing
Ideal for PTFE, FEP, PFA, ETFE, and similar materials
Supports efficient, general lab cutting tasks
Suitable for non‑critical chromatography workflows
Maintains Cutting Quality
Produces cleaner, more consistent cuts
Reduces tubing deformation
Supports proper tubing preparation
Bulk Lab Efficiency
5‑pack configuration for shared environments
Ensures consistent tool availability
Supports routine maintenance programs
Important Usage Notes
Intended for general laboratory and non‑critical use
Not recommended for precision HPLC connections
Replace blade when cutting becomes uneven or requires excess force
For critical applications, use Clean‑Cut90™ tubing cutter system
Typical Applications
Replacing worn guillotine cutter blades
Cutting soft polymer tubing in laboratory settings
Routine tubing preparation
Maintenance of tubing cutting tools
Supporting fluidic system setup