Tubing Cutter, Wheel Type. For stainless steel tubing. Black. ARE-Applied Research brand. 10/PK.
Additional Info:
The 46001‑01‑010 Wheel‑Type Tubing Cutter (10‑Pack) is a high‑volume solution for laboratories working with stainless steel tubing, providing a reliable method for controlled scoring and clean snapping of metal tubing in routine and non‑critical applications.
Cutting stainless steel tubing is one of the most challenging operations in chromatography due to the risk of collapsing the internal diameter, which can lead to flow restriction and poor system performance. This cutter uses a precision wheel‑type scoring method, gradually scoring the tubing circumference until it can be cleanly snapped. This preserves the inner bore geometry, which is critical for maintaining flow paths.
The cutter accommodates tubing outer diameters from 1/32" (0.8 mm) to 1/4" (6.4 mm) and features a 0.36 mm thick cutting wheel, ensuring controlled, consistent scoring.
While this tool provides a good, serviceable cut for general lab use, it is not intended for critical HPLC connections that demand perfectly square, deformation‑free cuts. For high‑performance applications, ECM‑cut pre‑cut stainless steel tubing is strongly recommended.
After cutting, tubing ends should always be deburred and cleaned using an appropriate file to ensure proper sealing and avoid dead volume or leaks.
The 10‑pack configuration is designed for large laboratories, service teams, and high‑throughput environments, ensuring consistent availability across multiple users and instruments.
Why Choose a 10‑Pack Tubing Cutter Set?
This configuration is ideal for:
High‑throughput or enterprise laboratories
Service and maintenance teams
Multi‑instrument environments
Standardizing tools across multiple technicians
Provides:
Increased tool availability
Reduced downtime from sharing
Improved workflow efficiency and consistency
Why Use a Wheel‑Type Cutter for Stainless Steel?
Improper cutting methods can cause:
Collapse or narrowing of the tubing inner diameter
Increased backpressure and flow restrictions
Poor sealing and leaks
Reduced chromatographic performance
The scoring method used by this tool ensures:
Preservation of internal diameter
Reduced tubing deformation
Cleaner break compared to full‑cut methods
Reliable results for non‑critical connections
Key Features
Designed for Stainless Steel Tubing
Handles OD range from 0.8 mm to 6.4 mm
Suitable for most common HPLC tubing sizes
Controlled Scoring Method
Scores tubing instead of cutting fully through
Enables clean break while preserving inner bore
Minimizes flow path disruption
Precision Cutting Wheel
0.36 mm thickness for accurate scoring
Must be kept clean and sharp for optimal performance
High‑Volume Lab Efficiency
10‑pack configuration for multi‑user environments
Eliminates tool bottlenecks
Supports consistent maintenance workflows
Intended for Non‑Critical Applications
Produces good cuts for general lab use
Not suitable for precision HPLC‑grade connections
Important Usage Notes
Recommended for:
Non‑critical stainless steel tubing preparation
Not recommended for:
Critical HPLC connections requiring exact perpendicular cuts
Best practices:
Use ECM‑cut tubing for critical applications
Always deburr and clean tubing after cutting
Maintain cutting wheel condition
Typical Applications
Cutting stainless steel tubing for routine lab use
Maintenance and repair of chromatography systems
Non‑critical fluidic connections
High‑volume tubing preparation
Multi‑user laboratory environments