The S5 Safety Cutter by Pacific Handy Cutter is the follow-up to the best-selling safety cutter. After testing dozens of knives, we rated the S5 3-in-1 blade to be the best utility knife. If you need an in-depth review of this safety cutter, keep reading for our detailed s5 safety cutter review.
If you’ve ever struggled to cut a box, you’ll appreciate having the best cutter you can. Pacific Handy Cutter is an expert, and this innovative cutting tool is proof. This 3-in-1 device is more than meets the eye and is packed with handy safety features without sacrificing its essential box-cutting function.
The S5 3-in-1 Safety Cutter Utility Knife was designed by Pacific Handy Cutter, a United States-based company founded on safety, efficiency, and effective cutting principles. After discovering costly razor blade injuries, Pacific Handy Cutter sought to solve this problem at the source with safety features that prevent accidents. Here are some of the S5 Safety Cutter’s key features:
- Tool-Free Blade Change – Pacific Handy Cutter’s patented blade change doesn’t require fancy tools and can be done within a minute.
- Sturdy Steel Guard – The steel guard allows precise cutting and protects your valuable hands from laceration injuries and other cuts and abrasions.
- Three-Blade Depth Positions – The retractable blade can be locked into three-blade depth positions for whatever your job requires. That cardboard box you’re working with will get cut every time.
- Integrated Film Cutter – The S5 Safety Cutter 3-in-1 cutter includes an integrated film cutter to cut shrink wrap and safely another film.
- Heavy Duty Tape Splitter – The S5’s tape-splitting features will save you from switching tools and keep your blade sharp when needed.
- Replaceable Blade -The S5 Safety Cutter uses Pacific Handy Cutter SP 017 safety point blades and standard utility knife blades. PHC 017 safety blades are honed to a precise thickness for maximum cutting efficiency and are made in the USA for consistent quality you can depend on.
- Integrated Blade Storage – Stow away five extra 017 safety point blades for when you need them most and get back to work without hesitation. No tools are required to access the integrated blade storage.
S5 Safety Cutter Frequently Asked Questions
How do you change the blade of the S5 Safety Cutter?
Great question! The S5 Safety Cutter has easy, frustration-free, tool-free blade change. Whether you purchased an S5R or S5L, the instructions for replacing the blade are identical. To get started, follow the instructions below:
- Slide the knife to its most extended cutting position
- Press the button to release the blade
- Remove the edge from its position
After removing the blade, remove a standard utility knife blade or a PHC SP 017 blade from the integrated blade storage and slide it into place. If you are a visual learner,, look at the video below to see the 15-second process in high definition.
What replacement blades does the s5 safety cutter use?
The S5 safety cutter uses standard utility knife blades but was designed to work perfectly with Pacific Handy Cutter SP 017 safety point blades. Pacific Handy Cutter manufactures their 017 stainless steel blades to benefit the end user. Unlike other companies, Pacific Handy Cutter manufactures their replacement blades in the United States for consistent quality.
Pacific Handy Cutter SP017 safety point blades last up to 3x longer than conventional razor blades due to their precision honed thickness. Safety point blades also reduce injury, puncture wounds, and damaged products. Try an 017 safety point blade and see it for yourself. The s5 safety cutter has one edge installed, so you are ready to go when you receive your shipment.
The blade on the heavy-duty tape splitter is not replaceable but should last (that’s why they call it heavy-duty). Splitting tape does not dull the blade excessively. To keep the edge lasting as long as it should, ensure that it does not come into contact with rough surfaces like concrete. Ensure the film cutter is only used for safely cutting shrink wrap and another plastic film because other materials like plastic straps dull the blade.
How does the bladeless tape splitting work?
Pacific Handy Cutter excels in creating products that protect the user and your company’s merchandise. The s5 metal fixed guard doubles as a heavy-duty tape splitter and is easily cuts through standard box tape. The fixed steel guard allows even a new hire to be trained in safely cutting open merchandise without damaging products.
The fixed steel safety guard allows your worker to instantly be an expert cutter who can cut clean, straight lines. Both shallow and deep cuts are possible with the s5, as the metal fixed guard doesn’t get in the way of the job.
The s5’s blade locks in place when not in use so you won’t accidentally injure yourself, and when in service can be swapped between 3 blade depth positions. The s5 retractable utility knife doesn’t just excel at opening boxes with its fixed metal guard but also beats other cutters by cutting unique angles. Simply slide the blade to the depth it requires, set it to a locked position and let the knife do the rest of the work for you.
S5 Safety Cutter – Holster and Lanyard
What accessories does the S5 safety cutter have?
The s5 safety cutter has optional accessories that improve the best utility knife. Pacific Handy Cutter CL-36 coil lanyard allows the blade to be attached to a belt loop or keychain, so it never gets lost. We understand that the best knife tends to grow legs and walk off at work, and thankfully the coiled lanyard can prevent that.
The lanyard may also attach to the Pacific Handy Cutter UKH423 holster, which easily clips onto belts, pants, pockets, and anywhere else you see fit. The holster is made from ABS plastic, so you can throw it across the warehouse without issue.
Please try our S5 Safety Cutter Bundle that includes the s5 3 in 1 tool, holster, and lanyard for a low price.
Where can I buy an S5 safety cutter?
At SafetyCutters.net, you can purchase an s5 safety cutter 3-in-1 utility knife from an authorized dealer who buys directly from the factory and passes those savings onto you. You may also read honest customer reviews, and left-handed users may rejoice because both right and left-handed variations cost the same price. Right-handed users may have noticed that other marketplaces charge them extra but not at SafetyCutters.net – 98% of orders ship the same or the next business day.
