One of the most common questions we are asked is related to the difference between the various types of steel from which blades are made.

We made a short video to answer this question:

The consumption of a blade

In general, the wear of a blade depends essentially on the frictional force relative to cutting. The heat developed, although not perceptible at the macroscopic level, is responsible for the wear and tear on steel.

It follows that a blade constructed of heat-resistant elements will have a longer service life.

To simplify, there are 3 possible solutions and they depend strictly on the type of cut, the material to be cut, and the machine used:

Alco 550

Carbon-chrome-wolfram steel, with alloying elements characterized by specific properties of toughness, homogeneity, wear resistance and impact resistance. Ideal for light-duty use

Alco 650

A special HSS high-speed steel with a remarkably long-lasting cut and no serious regrinding problems, an interesting alternative to carbide-tipped blades. Ideal for regular use

Alco 750

Tungsten and cobalt carbide hard metal subjected to a careful sintering process. Ideal for very heavy-duty use

We are at your service

We are happy to advise you on the best type of blade depending on the type of paper you are going to cut, your machine and how much you will be using the paper cutter. Visit our Paper Blades page and ask for advice by filling out the form.

Good work!

Do you have difficulty cutting the ream of paper all the way through? We have written an article on this subject with some very useful tips.

Read it here: Paper blades – can’t cut ream all the way through