Safer Cutter for Tape & Boxes

A packaging cutter with a hooked point and blade. Designed for safety first!
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As much as my kiddo loved the first cutter version, the point was too pointed and sharp to be safe in his hands. This version still has a point but it is turned inwards for safety.

With this shape, getting the point started usually requires angling the blade handle up and tip area down. Then use a hooking motion. This let's the scalloped blade profile get started!

I printed at 0.16mm layer height with 3 walls and 4 bottom shell layers.

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Model origin

The author remixed this model.

Differences of the remix compared to the original

Used the original geometry as an inspiration for a cutter with a hooked end. Includes many small chamfers and fillet for ergonomics and aesthetics.

Also added a slightly serrated version!

 

15 SEP 2024: Added another version with a less inward angle on the tip.

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