Filter Cutter

Filter Cutter

 

Filter Cutter

To allow inspection of filter to determine type of contamination.

All fluids within the filters should be emptied prior to opening the spin-on filter housing.
  • Benefits
  • Specifications

Benefits

  • Easily cuts through spin-on filter shell housings. Operates on the same principle as a tubing cutter.
  • Simply drain filter, remove gasket, place the filter flat on the cutter body, tighten the black knob to push the cutter wheel against the filter, then turn the filter several times and the shell will separate from mounting plate, exposing the filter element for easy inspection.
  • Rollers make it easy to turn the filter.
  • Constructed of heavy-duty aircraft quality aluminum and composite materials. Will not cause a spark.
  • The effective design ensures a straight cut.
  • Cutting wheel is easily replaceable.
  • Maintenance technicians know the importance of cutting a filter open and checking the media in the filter. In the past, this has been a difficult, dangerous and frustrating job to complete.
  • Light weight, compact and easy to use.
  • Cutting wheels are made of hardened and tempered steel.

Specifications

  • Aluminum and composite material construction eliminates oxidation (rust) and potential for sparks.
  • Dimensions: 3-1/2" wide x 16-1/2" long (closed position), 20-3/4" (fully opened).
  • Will cut open most spin-on filters ranging from 3" diameter to over 5" diameter.