AK Interactive Tube Cutter AK9308

Name: AK Interactive Tube Cutter AK9308
Brand: AK Interactive
SKU: AK9308
Price: 8.86 USD
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Product overview

AK Interactive AK9308 Tube Cutter is a mini rotary cutter for cleanly cutting plastic styrene tubes and rods from 3 mm to 28 mm in diameter. The cutting wheel is made from hardened alloy steel. To use, the tool clamps around the tube and is rotated by hand; the knurled knob tightens the blade progressively after each full turn until the cut is complete. The cutter also works on copper, brass and aluminium tubing, though cutting metal reduces the blade's service life.

Cuts tubes from 3 mm to 28 mm diameter.
Hardened alloy steel cutting wheel.
Adjustable knurled knob for progressive tightening.
Also cuts copper, brass and aluminium (with reduced blade life).

Notes · Q & A

What is single-edge (flush) vs double-edge cutting on sprue nippers?

Single-edge, or flush, cutters have one flat face and one bevelled blade, leaving a near-clean cut on the part side. Double-edge cutters bevel both sides and pinch, leaving a small nub you then trim. For plastic kits, flush is worth it.

Can I use hobby sprue cutters on metal miniatures or wire?

No. Fine flush cutters are ground for soft plastic and resin; metal minis, brass rod and staples will chip or roll the edge. Keep a separate, more robust pair for metal and save your good cutters for plastic.

How do I cut parts off the sprue without stress marks?

Cut twice. Leave a little sprue on the first pass, then trim flush away from the part, blade flat to the surface. Cutting hard against the part whitens and dents the plastic as the blades pinch it.

Why has my cutter stopped cutting cleanly?

Usually a nicked or misaligned edge from cutting something too hard, or dried glue in the joint. Wipe the blades, add a drop of oil to the pivot, and only cut material the tool is rated for. A chipped flush edge cannot be honed back.

Notes · Logistics

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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