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Key Features
- Cut Length: 20"
- Capacity: 20 Sheets
- Blade Encased in Plastic Safety Housing
- Rotary Blade Cuts in Either Direction
The 552 Professional Rotary Trimmer from Dahle has a rotary blade that is encased within a plastic housing. The housing protects your hand from being cut while cutting paper. The trimmer can cut up to 20 sheets and to a cut length of 20". As you push or pull the blade, it self sharpens itself, and the trimmer can be used on a tabletop and then stored in an upright position thanks to it's kickstand endcaps.
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Are the markings on the cutter in inches or cm? I ...
Are the markings on the cutter in inches or cm? I bought a Dahle from B&H before, but it came in cm and I can't use it.
The Dahle 552 Professional Rotary Trimmer (20") BH #DA552 has both an inches and centimeter ruler marked along the edge.
Date published: 2024-07-22
Can i cut thin leather?
Can i cut thin leather?
Unfortunately, thin leather is not one of the listed materials that the 552 is capable of cutting.
Date published: 2021-04-06
does the Dahle 552 trimmer cut 5.7 mil transparenc
does the Dahle 552 trimmer cut 5.7 mil transparency film,?
Yes, the Dahle 552 Professional Rotary Trimmer (20") can be used to cut transparency film that is 5.7mil thick.
Date published: 2026-06-07
Will this trimmer cut through 3/16+ inch foam ...
Will this trimmer cut through 3/16+ inch foam board?
Unfortunately, this trimmer cannot cut 3/16" foam board.
Date published: 2021-04-06
This item is made in Germany or made in China?
This item is made in Germany or made in China?
The Dahle 552 Professional Rotary Trimmer (20") is made in the Czech Republic.
Date published: 2023-09-21
Will it cut Moab Juniper 305 paper?
Will it cut Moab Juniper 305 paper?
Yes, the Dahle 552 Professional Rotary Trimmer (20") is able to cut the Moab Juniper Baryta Rag 305 Paper.
Date published: 2024-11-24
Will this cut for 4 ply matboard?
Will this cut for 4 ply matboard?
Yes. Unit can cut twenty 80gm sheets of paper or 2mm. 4-ply is around 1.5mm
Date published: 2023-08-30
Does this cutter allow for the blade to be lifted ...
Does this cutter allow for the blade to be lifted and then start cutting in the middle of the paper for creating mattes?
Unfortunately, the blade cannot be lifted.
Date published: 2021-01-18