AK9012 Side Cutter on its red AK card, SIDE CUTTER over CUTTING TOOL, the blue-handled tool sealed behind plastic

AK Interactive Side Cutter AK9012

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AK9012 Side Cutter on its red AK card, SIDE CUTTER over CUTTING TOOL, the blue-handled tool sealed behind plastic
  • AK9012 Side Cutter on its red AK card, SIDE CUTTER over CUTTING TOOL, the blue-handled tool sealed behind plastic
  • The AK9012 side cutter seen from above, two blue moulded handles and a dark steel head with the jaws nearly closed
  • Close-up of the AK9012 head from the flat side, bright under the light, the two cutting edges meeting at the tip
  • The AK9012 cutting head at an angle, showing the flat back of the jaws, the pivot rivet and the small hole below it
  • The AK9012 jaws head-on: the dark steel head closed to a point, pivot rivet and hole between the blue handles
AK Interactive Side Cutter AK9012
AK Interactive

AK Interactive Side Cutter AK9012

£5.19
£5.19
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PROJ: AK9012 · SHEET 2 / 4

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Product overview

AK9012 is a side cutter for releasing model parts from a sprue and for selected soft-wire work. Its oblique cutting-plier form brings the jaws in from the side, which suits close access around attachment points and short trimming operations. The soft-wire half of that is bounded by metal type as much as by thickness.

  • Cuts soft copper or alpaca wire up to 1 mm thick.
  • The handle shape is intended to provide a comfortable grip.
  • A slim cutting head keeps the jaw area compact around the part.

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.

Table · Specification

Technical specifications

Product details
Brand
AK Interactive
Product code
AK9012
Type
Tools
Tool type
Side cutter
Shipping weight
65 g
Barcode
8435568305496
Made in
Spain
Usage & compatibility
Capacity
Soft copper or alpaca wire up to 1 mm thick

Product

AK Interactive Side Cutter AK9012

Code (proj)

AK9012

Ship. weight

65 g

Brand

AK Interactive

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