Slice cutting tools—which feature our patent-pending safety blades—meet many lab-specific requirements. Our scalpels and craft knives are well suited for delicate work, and our utility knives are good for general use.
All Slice blades are made of 100 percent zirconium oxide, an advanced ceramic. Our proprietary edge grind is finger-friendly®—that is, it’s safe to the touch. Traditional blades, be they metal or ceramic, come overly sharp: they pose a high risk for lacerations.
Be aware that not all ceramic blades are created equal. For instance, some customers assume that all ceramic blades are brittle and won’t last long. While traditional ceramic blades are typically thinner and sharper than their metal counterparts, this is not the case with Slice.
The unique, thicker Slice blade design takes advantage of zirconium oxide’s extreme hardness. Our blades have been tested to last up to 11 times longer than steel blades.
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