Shear Slitting: Precision Cutting Guide
Looking for knives and blades to cut a variety of flooring and related materials? Our range includes high-quality, robust dolphin knives, fixed-blade utility knives, and also the best tool for weld joint trimmer from Mozart AG.
By complementing your linoleum and carpet cutting knife with Sollex PRO and titanium coated hook blades - you will get a versatile and highly efficient tool that will make your cutting tasks easier.
Visit the Flooring category, which contains more cutting tools floor installers need.
Worldwide shipping. Orders for in-stock items placed before 1pm will normally be dispatched the same day. For more details, please see the "Terms of Purchase and Delivery" page. If you can't find what you're looking for you're very welcome to get in touch with us at +46 35-157500 or info@sollex.se.
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Dolphin knife 1280
for cutting carpets, linoleum floors, plastic carpets – with holster
1280
€18.4 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Dolphin knife 1280 black
for cutting carpets, linoleum floors, plastic carpets – with holster
1280S
€20.7 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Dolphin knife 1280 blue
for cutting carpets, linoleum floors, plastic carpets – with holster
1280B
€20.7 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Mozart S2 Universal Trimming Knife
for cutting most materials – supplied with straight blade and protective cap
1002.00
€48.7 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Mozart Spare Blade for Weld Rod Trimmer 4595 5 pcs
blade for Mozart Weld Rod Trimmer 4595 – to cut PVC and linoleum joints
4596
€15.6 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Mozart Weld Rod Spacer Claw 0.7mm for 4595
trimmer guide 0.7mm for Mozart Weld Rod Trimmer 4595
4597
€12.1 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Mozart Weld Rod Trimmer
knife for trimming heat welded rods in vinyl and linoleum
4595
€47.6 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Saw blade Multimaster 28mm 3 pcs
BiM saw blade 28x58mm to use in Multimaster FEIN, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee etc.
8335
€31.0 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Saw blade SuperCut 44mm 3pcs
sågblad till Fein Supercut för att såga metall, trä, PVC och annat
7340
€39.6 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Utility knife Mozart 1200
universal utility knife with aluminum handle and fixed blade
1200
€7.2 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
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Utility knife Stanley 199E
utility knife with comfortable ribbed handle and fixed blade – 5 blades included
199E
€9.1 / pc.- Stock status
- In stock
Can not find what you are looking for? Look here!
What knives do flooring installers use?
Floorers use quite many different cutting tools for flooring and carpeting and some of them are: trimming knives ( for example Stanley 199E trimming knife, Stanley 99E retractable knife flooring), dolphin knife, folding pocket knife, snap-off knives, scrapers. There are different blades that are used in combination with above mentioned knives: scraper blades, 9mm and 18mm snap off blades, concave blades, hook blades / hooked blades, slotted blades, trimming knife blade and many other.
What is a dolphin knife?
The dolphin knife is the most popular professional knife with carpet fitters and floor installers. This carpet knife has gotten the name from its form of a dolphin animal. The dolphin knife has a steady ergonomic grip, 100% metal construction, and a blade that is firmly fixed and easy to change when dull without a screwdriver. A magnet is mounted in the knife in the blade area, so it always sits in its place. It is also possible to store some spare blades inside the knife. All standard straight and hook blades fit in the dolphin knife. All dolphin knives go with a knife holder to keep them safe.
Sollex dolphin knife and belonging blades: dolphin knife 1280, black dolphin knife 1280S, blue dolphin knife 1280B + utility blades 10PT, 10P, 9PT, 16PT
What is the best knife to cut carpet?
The best knife is a sharp one. This advice sounds simple but is the truth. Having a sharp knife is the most important rule when cutting carpet well. If you’re using a utility knife with a removable blade - change the blade before you get started. To keep the cutting moving along, be sure to have a new blade on hand. It may seem like a pain to have to stop to change the blade, but it will save you a lot of time and effort in the long run.
Sollex recommends blades for cutting a carpet: 10PT, 10-5, 16PT
What knife is best to trim the carpet?
Usually, a carpet trimmer is a tool that you can use to trim the carpet. But you can also use a box cutter or utility knife for this purpose. The only requirement to get the work done well is to have a new, sharp blade on the knife. Use the cutting board ( wood plank, for example) underneath the carpet while cutting the edges and cutting out spaces for floor vents. When you pull off the cut strip, check that it is clean and that no carpet fibers are attached.
Our best knife to trim the carpet: dolphin knife 1280, snap-off knife PRO 7180
What kind of knife do I need to cut vinyl flooring?
You can cut vinyl flooring with a heavy-duty utility knife, or you can use just a good and sharp knife blade in any utility knife or dolphin knife. Utility knives are the best cutting tool to handle vinyl or laminate flooring. The linoleum knife is also good to apply to linoleum material due to its curved blade design. The most important things while cutting the carpet materials are that the knife blade sits steady in the knife and that it is sharp and durable enough. You need to change the blades often so the knife cuts properly, as a dull blade will not cut effectively.
Sollex products that can be used to cut vinyl flooring: dolphin knife 1280 + 10PT, 9PT
What knife and blade can be used for cutting linoleum carpet?
A linoleum flooring knife is used for cutting linoleum carpet. The linoleum flooring knife has a curved blade, and thanks to that, it stays firm while the floorer cuts the linoleum material using a drag-cut method. This design is quite outstanding, as it is very curved and resembles a half-moon. This blade does well on tight spots where box cutters and scissors might fail and where precision is needed. These knives are made to cut through vinyl and other floorings effortlessly.
When the linoleum knife blade becomes dull, the floor installer usually needs to replace the whole knife. The solution that we can offer is to use concave blades with utility knives and always have sharp knives on hand.
Sollex products that can be used for cutting linoleum carpet: dolphin knife 1280 + 10PT, 9PT
Customer common questions and Sollex answers
What is the typical delivery time for Sollex standard products?
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Standard knives that are in stock will be shipped the same day if an order is placed before 1 pm on weekdays. Within Sweden, delivery takes one to two business days with Schenker. Two to five working days inside Europe with UPS. Our goal is always to deliver to your address as quickly as possible.
What is the typical delivery time for Sollex custom-made knives?
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You will be given a delivery time, which typically ranges from 4 to 9 weeks, if you request customized machine knives or industrial blades that are not in stock at the time of purchasing. Find Sollex Purchase & Delivery Conditions here.
What payment methods do you accept, and do you offer credit terms for business customers?
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All first orders from new customers are prepaid. Further orders can be paid by invoice with 30 days payment term.
How can I track my order after purchase?
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Once your order is confirmed and shipped, you will receive a tracking number, which you can track.
Do you offer custom sizes or specialized blade shapes?
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Sollex primarily sells machine knives of standard size and form that comply with the EOM. Industrial knives are available in a variety of forms, including top dished, bottom circular knives, serrated / toothed knives, circular perforating knives, straight knives, guillotine knives, pointed tip knives, rectangular razor blades, and trapezoidal blades.
We do, however, create bespoke knives of non-standard size and shape when a drawing or explicit request is provided. For example, we can manufacture solid tungsten carbide machine knives in a variety of non-standard forms with ultra-precise and extreme tolerances, which is very useful in the MedTech industry.
How do I choose the right blade for my specific machine or application?
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When contacting a knife manufacturer to order knives for machines and slitters, providing accurate inquiries and detailed information is critical to ensure you receive industrial knives that meet the needs of your slitting, converting operations and the material you will be cutting.
If you are ordering custom machine knives from Sollex, make sure you know the exact knife dimensions, material and mounting specifications. A drawing and a worn sample for analysis are useful. If not available a photo with clear dimensions can work. Identify in your request the current cutting problems you are currently experiencing with the cutting knife you are seeking to replace. If in doubt, our experts can help you find the right knife based on your machine model and cutting needs.
Can I get a sample or test blade to ensure compatibility with my equipment?
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To help you pick the best blade, Sollex may give you several sample blades to test in production. For cutting and converting flexible materials like plastic film, foil, vinyl, paper, and others, we provide converting blades including slotted slitter blades and razor blades with three slots. Send us a query if you're interested in machine blades, and we'll provide you with an offer. Samples for custom-made knives are not available but you are most welcome to order the minimum order quantity.
Can I set up a recurring order for blades I purchase frequently?
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Actually, our clients and industry partners often place recurrent orders for industrial knives with predetermined delivery dates. We ensure your production process runs well by manufacturing and delivering machine knives and blades on schedule. The most important thing is to tell us the volume of required knives and deadlines and we will prepare a warehouse supply guarantee.
Do you offer technical support or consultation to help with product selection?
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Sollex sales may technical assistance and guidance on choosing a slitting knife in addition to assessing and creating the best cutting solution for your application. You can consult via phone, mail, or video conference. To do this, send an email to order@sollex.se.
What is your return or warranty policy on machine knives and blades?
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Read our policy on returns and claims on the “Complaint & Return” page.
How should I store unused blades to maintain their quality?
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There are a number of ways that will prolong the longevity and shelf life of your industrial knives and blades in stock. Read about how proper packaging of machine knives, storage conditions, humidity and air temperature, and additional coatings will protect your knives and maintain their cutting performance here.
