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Industrial Slitter Blades & Circular Knives

Industrial slitter blades
  • Nanjing, China

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Slitter Blades: Definition, Characteristics, Types, Applications and Maintenance

Slitter blades are key precision cutting tools for metal sheet slitting lines. They cut wide metal coils (steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper) into custom-width narrow strips. They are vital for metal coil deep processing in many industries, and their precision affects cut edge flatness, burrs, and production speed.

Core Characteristics of Slitter Blades

High Hardness, Wear Resistance & Long Life

  • Made from high-quality materials: Cr12MoV, SKD11, high-speed steel, cemented carbide

  • Professional heat treatment (vacuum quenching, deep cryogenic treatment) achieves HRC58-62 hardness

  • Optional nitriding/TiN coating for better wear resistance and impact resistance

  • Reduces blade replacement frequency and production costs

High Precision (Micron Level) & Burr-Free Edges

  • Cutting edge tolerance controlled at micron level

  • Strict control of runout and end face runout

  • Flat, non-curled, burr-free coil edges after slitting

  • No need for secondary processing; faster downstream production

Full Customization & Machine Compatibility

  • Customizable: outer diameter, inner diameter, thickness, cutting edge angle

  • Fits all slitting machine models

  • Supports circular, irregular shapes, and upper/lower blade sets

  • Meets different processing needs

High-Speed Stability & Precise Slitting Sizes

  • Uniform heat treatment minimizes deformation

  • Stable operation (no wobbling) at high speeds

  • Consistent narrow strip sizes

  • Reduces product waste and improves coil use

Main Types of Metal Slitter Blades (Choose as Needed)

Circular Slitter Blades

  • Most common standard type (disc-shaped)

  • Adjustable blades for different cutting widths

  • Suitable for regular large-scale slitting (steel, aluminum, ordinary stainless steel coils)

Irregular-Shaped Slitter Blades

  • Custom designs (stepped, beveled edges)

  • For hard-to-process materials (thick metal coils, hard alloy coils, special alloy strips)

  • Fits special slitting machines and high-precision needs

Upper/Lower Matching Blades

  • Designed for slitter machine installation positions

  • Used together to form a precise cutting pair (even cutting force)

  • Standard configuration for all slitting machines

  • Suitable for all metal coil specifications

Applicable Industries

Metallurgical Industry

Steel/aluminum mills use them for large-scale fixed-width slitting of hot-rolled/cold-rolled steel, aluminum, and stainless steel coils before shipping.

Metal Processing Industry

Sheet metal companies use them for secondary slitting of metal coils, making custom narrow-width coils for customers.

Automotive Parts/Home Appliance Industry

Provides precise narrow metal strips for automotive stamping parts, home appliance casings, and hardware (ensures final product accuracy).

Special Materials Processing Industry

High-precision slitting for surface-treated/special coils (galvanized, color-coated, copper, titanium strips) – protects material surface and ensures cutting quality.

Core Processing Technology

  • Material Selection: High-toughness alloy tool steel/high-speed steel; high-end models use cemented carbide

  • Heat Treatment: Vacuum quenching for uniform hardness, better toughness, and no chipping/breakage

  • CNC Machining: Precision lathes/grinders for strict tolerance control (ensures assembly and slitting accuracy)

  • Custom Cutting Edge: Small angle for thin materials; large angle for thick/hard materials; polished for burr-free slitting

  • Surface Strengthening: Nitriding/TiN coating for higher hardness, less friction, and less material sticking

Daily Use & Maintenance (Extend Lifespan)

Installation Tips

  • Check cutting edge for chips/burrs before installation

  • Ensure blade and spindle are coaxial

  • Tighten securely to avoid wobbling/loosening at high speeds

Parameter Adjustment

  • Adjust blade spacing and cutting gap based on material type and thickness

  • Too large gap = burrs; too small gap = more wear

Operation & Storage

  • Clean metal chips promptly to avoid scratching the cutting edge

  • Rust-proof idle blades; store in a dry, flat place

  • Avoid collisions

ALAS Industrial Slitter Blades

Superior Performance

ALAS blades are made from high-grade D2 (Cr12Mo1V1) and Cr12MoV tool steels. Our vacuum heat treatment optimizes carbide distribution, balancing hardness and toughness to prevent edge chipping at high speeds.

Engineering Solutions for Lower Costs

We are your engineering partner, not just a supplier. We analyze your material and line speed to provide custom gap and tool design recommendations. Choosing ALAS reduces downtime and improves strip quality, lowering your total cost of ownership (TCO).


Blade Metal Materials International Grade Corresponding Table

China (GB)

USA(ASTM)

Japan (JIS)

Germany (DIN)

Germany (W-Nr)

France (NF)

Russia (ROCT)

U.K (BS)

Cr12MOV

-

SKD11

X165CrMov12

1.2601

-

X12M

-

Cr12Mo1V1

D2

-

X155Cr12Mo12

1.2379

X160CrMoV12

-

BD

4Cr5MoSiVI

H13

SKD61

X40CrMoV5-1

1.2344

X40CrMoV5

4X5MO1C

BH13

LD

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

W18Cr4V

T1

SKH2

S18-0-1

1.3355

HS18-0-1

P18

BT1

W6Mo5Cr4V2

M2

SKH9

S6-5-2

1.3343

-

P6M5

BM2










Why Choose Our Slitter Blades?

Source Manufacturer

Own production workshop, complete CNC machining equipment, support for customized orders, and controllable delivery time;

Quality Assurance

Full-process quality inspection, from material selection to finished products, ensuring blade accuracy and wear resistance;

Full Specification Compatibility

Covering round, irregular, upper/lower blades, compatible with all models of slitting machines, meeting the processing needs of different industries;

After-Sales Support

Providing one-stop service including blade selection, installation guidance, and precision grinding and repair, solving processing problems.

Slitting Machine Blades

Stainless Steel Slitting Blades

Steel Strip Slitting Blades

Cemented Carbide Slitting Blades

For ordinary carbon steel strip (cold-rolled/hot-rolled), Cr12MoV or SKD-11 blades are recommended, used with standard round blades or paired blades. Their Rockwell hardness is HRC 58–60. These blades offer excellent toughness, wear resistance, and stable service life, making them suitable for high-volume, routine slitting operations.


For stainless steel strip (304, 316, 430), Cr12MoV1 or D2 blades are recommended, used with round blades or paired blades. The hardness should be controlled at HRC 60–62. These blades offer strong wear resistance, are less prone to chipping, and achieve burr-free and non-burring slitting results.


For soft non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, copper, and brass, high-speed steel (HSS) or alloy tool steel blades are recommended, used with precision-ground round blades. This ensures a smooth cut surface and effectively reduces material adhesion to the blade and surface scratches.


For galvanized and color-coated strips, Cr12MoV material blades are selected and used with mirror-polished round blades; the hardness is HRC 58–60, and the surface is nitrided or mirror-polished; this can effectively protect the coating on the strip surface and avoid zinc loss, paint scratches and other issues during the slitting process.

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Nanjing Alas International Co., Ltd. is a professional industrial tooling manufacturer focused on shear blades, bending dies, shredder blades, and custom wear parts. We offer full application engineering, material selection, setup guidance, and after-sales support to global customers.
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