Strip Cutter
Richard Hess MBV GmbH – Strip Cutter for Precise Sample Preparation
The strip cutter by Richard Hess MBV GmbH has become the internationally recognized standard for the precise preparation of test specimens.
Whether for paper, cardboard, metal foils, nonwovens, films, tissue materials, or other substrates – this unit allows for fast, accurate, and reproducible sample preparation.
Compact, Robust & Safe
✔ Lightweight and portable – ideal for flexible use
✔ Stable 20” cast iron base – provides greater leverage and cutting power
✔ Standard safety shields – ensure safe operation
✔ Optional: Adjustable platforms for application-specific configuration
✔ Optional: Additional safety shield for enhanced user protection
Consistently Clean and Accurate Cuts
✔ Cuts test strips with precise width and parallel edges over the entire length
✔ Dual opposing blades shear both sides simultaneously for clean and exact results
✔ Blades are made of special tool steel that is stress-relieved through thermal cycling – ensuring long-term precision without warping
Durable & Cost-Effective
✔ Designed for long-term laboratory and industrial use
✔ Reconditioning service available – full restoration at a fraction of the cost of a new unit
✔ Includes regrinding of blades and replacement of the shear base
The strip cutter from Richard Hess MBV GmbH stands for precision, safety, and durability – the perfect solution for clean and standardized sample preparation.
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Technical Specifications – Strip Cutter Richard Hess MBV GmbH
Category | Specification |
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Cutting Width | 3 mm to 76 mm |
Cutting Length | 254 mm, 304.8 mm, 406.4 mm |
Parallelism Tolerance | 0.0254 mm |
Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) | 127 mm x 559 mm x 381 mm (depending on cutting configuration) |
Net Weight | 10.5 – 46 kg (depending on configuration) |
Gross Weight | 15 – 51 kg (depending on configuration) |
Optional Accessories (at additional cost)
- Platform kit
- Safety shield kit