Brand | Carl |
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Material | Alloy Steel, Plastic |
Color | Black and Silver |
Operation Mode | Manual |
Item Weight | 6.54 Pounds |
Print media | Card stock |
Manufacturer | CARL |
Item Weight | 6.54 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 22.25 x 14.25 x 3.5 inches |
Item model number | 12220 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Material Type | Alloy Steel, Plastic |
Number of Items | 1 |
Size | 15-Inch |
Manufacturer Part Number | 12220 |
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Brand | Carl |
Material | Alloy Steel, Plastic |
Color | Black and Silver |
Operation Mode | Manual |
Item Weight | 6.54 Pounds |
About this item
- Sold as 1 Each.
- All paper crafting enthusiasts know that a rotary trimmer is a must-have. Locking rail mechanism, luminous paper holder, adjustable magnetic paper guide, storage compartment for extra blades and mats. Made from recycled materials.
- Paper trimmer size: 3.5"H x 15.75"W x 23.5"D. Comes in black for attractive look. Lifetime manufacturer limited warranty.
- Cuts up to 36 sheets of paper at a time. Used for cutting paper, plastic, and cardboard.
- Blade length: 15", premium steel. Extra cutting mat, straight blade, and perforating blade included.
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From the manufacturer
CARL empowers you to create!
Whether it's for the School, Home or Office, CARL Heavy Duty Series of Rotary Paper Trimmers will handle all your paper cutting needs. Step up your paper cutting process such as cardstock, artist board, film, photo paper, chip board, plastic sheets and more. Our locking rail mechanism will hold your material firmly in place for that easy and accurate cut. The adjustable magnetic paper guide holds materials on a calibrated metal baseboard. Features a storage compartment for extra blades and mats. Spare cutting mat, straight blade, and perforating blade included in most of our Heavy Duty Models.
CARL, DC-220N, 15" inch Heavy Duty Rotary Paper Trimmer
Wholesale SKU# CUI12220 - 36 Sheet cutting capacity, locking rail mechanism and premium carbide blade ensure a clean cut, accurate cut. The metal base is calibrated and features alignment grid, rule, and measurements for common-sized items. The adjustable magnetic paper guide is great for making repetitive cuts. Handy storage compartment for extra blades. Spare cutting mat, straight blade, and perforating blade included.
Compatible Accessories
K-28/2: Straight blade cut - same blade that arrived with your trimmer. 2/pack.
K-29: Perforating blade - A perforation is a small hole in a thin material or web. Perforations are usually used to allow easy separation of two sections of the material, such as allowing paper to be torn easily along the line. Packaging with perforations in paperboard or plastic film is easy for consumers to open.
K-30: Scoring blade - Scoring is used to cut a groove in a sheet of material, a crease in the paper or material so that you are able to make that clean, crisp, fold.
K-M31: Perforating/ Scoring blade Set
Cutting Mat
RM-15/2: If the cutting mat's groove becomes deep, the blade will not cut as cleanly. In such case, turn over, switch over sides, or replace the cutting mat with a new one.
Model: RT-215N | Model: DC-220N | Model: DC-F5300 | Model: DC-238N | |
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SKU/ Wholsale Number | CUI72215 | CUI12220 | CUI25100 | CUI12238 |
Cutting Length | 15" | 15" | 17" | 18" |
Sheet Capacity | 15 sheets | 36 sheets | 45 sheets | 36 sheets |
Special Feature | Built-In Handle, Safe No Touch Blade | Lock down mechanism | Lock down mechanism - Foldable base board | Lock down mechanism |
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ASIN | B0006HV9NY |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #24,834 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products) #31 in Rotary Paper Trimmers |
Date First Available | May 10, 2006 |
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Green Machine Heavy Duty 36 Sheet Rotary Paper Trimmer: is green trimmer, cuts cardstock, artist board, plastic sheets and more. Patented locking rail mechanism and the luminous paper holder is made of light harvesting acrylic that makes cutting easy and accurate. The adjustable magnetic paper guide holds materials on a calibrated metal baseboard. Features a storage compartment for extra blades and mats. Spare cutting mat, straight blade, and perforating blade included. Limited Lifetime (excluding blades and cutting mats).
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Customers like the quality, stability, value, ease of use, and performance of the paper cutter. They mention that it holds the paper in place, it does its job well, and is worth the price. Some appreciate the clear paper guide and the clear perforating line. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
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Customers like the quality of the office product. They mention that it's easy to use, accurate, and produces a clean cut. The product is a great mid-level cutter that works well and produces straight lines. It cuts through thick stacks in a few quick passes, and the cutting runner is usable 4 different ways. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and durability of the product.
"...is both brilliant, and the reason this trimmer works so well, cuts such straight lines...." Read more
"Just opened the box, tried it. I am in LOVE! The cut is the cleanest cut I have ever experienced with any cutter...." Read more
"...guides are mounted 90 degrees to the cutting rail giving a very dependable 90 degree cut!..." Read more
"...It cuts accurately- but you have to "square up" your paper, since most paper is NOT square, even quality cardstock. Very important...." Read more
Customers like the sturdiness of the paper trimmer. They mention that it is heavy duty, the blade is going strong, and it is a good quality machine. They also say that it can keep the paper from buckling and that the cutting pad is not worn out.
"...Quality tools last, and they pay back much more than they cost over their lifetime of service...." Read more
"...It's well made, heavy and with the wide rail the blade does not waver or wobble, and I don't expect it ever will...." Read more
"...I use it to help hold down the paper. It certainly can keep the paper from buckling or if you have a curled edge, this magnetic attachment would..." Read more
"...The unit is fairly hefty as well but very sturdy and well built and it can be held with one hand...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the heavy duty paper trimmer. They mention that it does its job well, works great for cutting cardstock, Kraft board, cardboard, and other materials. The product handles well and is easy to use. Customers say that the blade is still performing well and that it is excellent. They are also impressed with how quickly and precisely it makes its cuts.
"...The locking mechanism is both brilliant, and the reason this trimmer works so well, cuts such straight lines...." Read more
"So far, this Carl 15" heavy duty paper trimmer is working great for cutting cardstock, Kraft board, cardboard and light to medium weight chip board...." Read more
"...The goal was to cut the chipboard and it worked perfectly. A fine clean cut with no jagged edges or need to turn the material over...." Read more
"...It did a good job, and once again I appreciated being able to set the magnetic bar paper stop to help speed things up...." Read more
Customers find the office product easy to use. They mention that it is straight, square, and effortless to make. It has saved them time in making tri-fold brochures for their business, and it comes with an instruction manual. They also say that it's a pleasure to use and more accurate than any other. Overall, most are happy with the product and find it to be a great product that has improved their workflow and increased their productivity.
"...The cuts are perfectly clean, straight, and square, and effortless to make...." Read more
"...It even comes with an instruction "manual". I am thoroughly impressed with this cutter...." Read more
"...If needed, the magnetic bar lifts cleanly off the unit and is very easy to put back on...." Read more
"...to be very durable, comes with two additional blades and is very easy to use. I must..." Read more
Customers like the accuracy of the rotary cutter. They say that it is more precise, can easily cut heavy paper, and the trimmer is precise. The inch scales along the edge and the baseboard graduations seem to be very accurate. The measurement lines are dead on, and it allows for very precise positioning.
"...The measurement lines are dead on, and don't get me started about how well and accurately the side guides are mounted 90 degrees to the cutting rail..." Read more
"I bought this for the office, and everyone loves using it. It cuts with accuracy and minimal effort, especially when cutting multiple pages at a time..." Read more
"This is just what I hoped it would be. Sturdy, precise and an added bonus is the magnetic piece that holds the paper in place so well...." Read more
"...Their products are almost all metal, heavy, precise, made to last, and expensive. They do have personal use lines that are more affordable...." Read more
Customers like the value of the office product. They mention that it's worth the price, a great investment for their church, and a good balance between price and performance. Some say that it saves them time and money from going to the print shop.
"...Really, this is the ‘cat’s meow’ of 18”, affordable, quality trimmers so stop reading and buy it...." Read more
"...you are willing to tinker and accommodate a bit, this is a nice cutter for the price...." Read more
"...Smooth, clean cuts• Blades are replaceable (and not too expensive at around $5/ blade)•..." Read more
"...Basically, this cutter is well thought out and is worth the price of admission...." Read more
Customers like the stability of the office product. They say it holds the paper in place, everything locks into place perfectly, and the perforating line is exactly straight and doesn't move around. The paper holder is tight, keeping paper straight and secure, and has a clear paper guide so they can make accurate and consistent cuts. The locking bar holds the papers securely in position, and it works well with no wiggle or blade skewing.
"...Once lowered, it holds the paper absolutely still while you cut...." Read more
"...It's well made, heavy and with the wide rail the blade does not waver or wobble, and I don't expect it ever will...." Read more
"...not a problem since this trimmer has a locking rail that holds the paper firmly in place. This might be my favorite feature...." Read more
"...because even though the magnet is very strong, it still has some wiggle to it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the product. For example, some mention it's large enough for all of their homeschool and crafting needs, has a storage space, and the measurements on the board are very helpful in ensuring they're cutting to the right size. However, others say that it was a bit larger than they expected, has too much play in it, and cannot trust it to hold anything at 90deg.4. Customers also say that the product doesn't score wide or deep enough to even leave an impression on the back of the paper.
"...It has a storage space where the extra blade(s) and cutting mat fit so the won't be lost...." Read more
"...and is lightweight enough for easy lifting but is a bit large for taking on the road...." Read more
"...Other nice features are the metal base board with a measurement grid and a storage compartment for extra blades and cutting mats...." Read more
"...The low profile and light weight make it also easy to store when not in use." Read more
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With their generous one-item coupons in mind, I checked the on-line catalogs of Joann Fabrics and Michael's Crafts, gave eBay the required cursory look just for price comparison, and concentrated on Amazon for reviews & Prime. I was prepared to drop $25 or $30.
I bought this trimmer from Amazon, and that was the right decision for me. Here's why. I needed to see the exact place where the cut would be made. I print tiny registration marks in the labels to help me keep them lined up properly as I change the item specifics in each, and also to show me precisely where to cut. For whatever reason, my printers haven't always placed a print in the exact same place on a page from copy to copy. Once I cut that first line, then the rest can be cut in a stack.
That brings me to a second point. The old guillotine cutter I bought years ago only manages a few pages of this 32# 100% cotton stock at once. It takes 2 passes of the cutter head, but with this trimmer, I can cut 20 pieces of that paper at once. The cuts are perfectly clean, straight, and square, and effortless to make.
The locking mechanism is both brilliant, and the reason this trimmer works so well, cuts such straight lines. If the lever is raised, the mechanism is unlocked, and paper can be moved around under it. Once lowered, it holds the paper absolutely still while you cut.
Many of the trimmers in the $25 to $30 range, and well into the hundreds, have some part of the contraption built into the base in such a way that the scale and/or grid is missing which makes cutting a narrow strip from a narrow strip impossible. You can do that with this trimmer, and the entire base is both intact and visible, though the portion directly under the locking mechanism is somewhat obscured by it.
The only other trimmers I saw with metal bases like this were made by X-Acto, but they lacked a sophisticated locking device for the paper, and they only cut a few pages at one time. I didn't want plastic.
The single con is the magnetic bar that's intended to be used for making multiple cuts of the same size, and the way it relates to the Slimer-green "light-gathering acrylic" guide. First, since my labels are about 1.275" wide and the guide is about 2" wide, the magnetic bar can't be brought close enough to use. Second, the magnet is quite strong, and that's good; it prevents accidental movement. It's also not so good in that the bar doe not have any mechanism to stay square, and must be manually squared each time it's moved. It takes a little effort because you need to fight with the magnet. I solved that by removing the magnet.
I like well made tools, and I have some of my grandfather's who passed more than 30 years ago who also invested in good tools during his life. I've skipped meals to buy well crafted tools, and I scrimped to get this one. Quality tools last, and they pay back much more than they cost over their lifetime of service. There weren't any shortcuts taken in the fabrication of this tool so far as I can see. Seams & corners meet perfectly, and the craftsmanship in general is impeccable. I feel comfortable in recommending this trimmer to anyone who's serious about their work. I wish I had another star to give out every hundred reviews. If I did, this would get it.
It comes with an extra blade(s) and extra cutting mat, very nice. The instructions tell you that you can switch the cutting mat end to end or turn it over, which is basically the manufacturer telling you how to save money and get the best use ... before you have to buy another. How REFRESHING!
The one thing that I will have to get used to is the lock down, as it requires a stop and open, or stop and lock movement, so it's a minor extra step. I'll do it for this kind of precision.
It's well made, heavy and with the wide rail the blade does not waver or wobble, and I don't expect it ever will. It has a storage space where the extra blade(s) and cutting mat fit so the won't be lost. It looks exactly like the picture and looks professional, it's not cheap looking and is not pink or orange or flowery. It even comes with an instruction "manual". I am thoroughly impressed with this cutter. This cost slightly more than the high end version from the common name brand I own that now is poorly functioning. The quality comparison between the two is rubber raft to cruise ship. Am very happy I spent the money, and am excited to start a project so I can use this lovely.
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The base is very sturdy. I have arthritic fingers and I find it's easy to use. Very little pressure on my joints to slide the cutter bar across.
I like that a drop down lever holds down the paper tight. The paper doesn't move. The magnet is a bonus.
What it doesn't explain in the description. It doesn't cut 6 pieces of paper all at once. What you need to do to cut 6 pieces is; Secure desired amount of paper under the bar. The cutter will cut only the top sheet of paper. Remove that first paper and slide cutter bar across the second piece of paper, so on and so forth. It's very quick and each piece is cut perfectly.
It takes a few slices up and down but it's not physically difficult whatsoever and it made quick work of this book, plus a couple other books I'd made with the same thickness! I popped the book in as is, which is 4mm thick when closed. I'm pretty confident it could handle thicker stock, too!
The magnetic ruler is pretty awesome and the whole guillotine didn't slide about on my smooth wood table. The way you clamp the blade ruler down before use holds your work strongly in place, but I'd recommend holding it down yourself too to ensure maximum precision.
I've only used it 3 or 4 times thus far so I can't comment on durability over years, but I should hope for the price and based on how sturdy it seems right now that it's gonna provide years of smooth.like.butter 😂
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 19, 2022
It takes a few slices up and down but it's not physically difficult whatsoever and it made quick work of this book, plus a couple other books I'd made with the same thickness! I popped the book in as is, which is 4mm thick when closed. I'm pretty confident it could handle thicker stock, too!
The magnetic ruler is pretty awesome and the whole guillotine didn't slide about on my smooth wood table. The way you clamp the blade ruler down before use holds your work strongly in place, but I'd recommend holding it down yourself too to ensure maximum precision.
I've only used it 3 or 4 times thus far so I can't comment on durability over years, but I should hope for the price and based on how sturdy it seems right now that it's gonna provide years of smooth.like.butter 😂
But well done to the designers of this product and their quality control. Only used it for a few weeks but exceeds my expectations as a fine art photographer wishing to reduce 24" roll paper down to 13x19" and other sizes for printing.
The other amazing thing you could do.... include a fold-out extended measuring guide on the left side to help measure longer paper pieces so we don't have to measure and mark separately before cutting longer sheets.