Excel Blades K47
Score: 70/100
OLFA 18mm Rotary Cutter
Score: 88/100Rankings
The OLFA RTY-4 is the smallest rotary cutter in the brand's lineup, featuring an 18mm blade designed specifically for intricate and detailed cutting tasks. It offers a quick-change blade mechanism and an ergonomic straight handle, making it ideal for precision work in quilting and crafts. It is best suited for quilters and crafters needing precision on small-scale projects.
The Excel Blades K47 is a lightweight, pen-style retractable hobby knife designed for precise cutting, scoring, and trimming tasks. It features a special top-mounted switch that acts as both a retractor and a stopper to prevent accidental retraction during use. It is best suited for architects and designers needing portable precision tools for cutting paper, film, and plastic.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 18 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.07 gbest | 9.07 gbest |
127 mm | 140 mmbest | |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Blade & Cutting(6) | ||
Blade Type | #65 | Rotary |
Blade Material | Carbon Steel | Stainless Steel |
Blade Width (mm) | N/A mm | 18 mm |
Blade Segments | N/A | |
Blade Angle (degrees) | N/A degrees | degrees |
Compatible Blade Type | #65 | RB18 |
Handle & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Handle Type | Pen-style | Straight |
Overall Length (mm) | 127.0 mm | 140 mm |
Safety & Mechanism(3) | ||
Locking Mechanism | Lock-stop | |
Blade Change Mechanism | Top-mounted | Single-Click Quick-Change |
Blade Storage Capacity | 0 | |
Application & Support(3) | ||
Suitable Materials | Paper, Film, Plastic, Clay | Fabric, Paper, Craft Materials |
Intended Use | Precision Craft | Intricate Cutting |
Warranty | 30 days | Lifetime |
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Product testing with quilting, sewing, and craft instructors awarded the OLFA RTY-4 an A+ for intricate cutting tasks such as curved quilting, appliqué, template work, and scrapbooking.
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