Rating of the best glass cutters for 2020

Professional glaziers perform their work quickly and efficiently, skillfully handling a glass cutter, through which glass products acquire neat and even contours. This work requires not only skills, but also the presence of a special device - glass cutters, the varieties of which are great.

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Whatever object they use: a semi-automatic table for cutting glass or a manual device, the essence of their functioning is the same - applying a direct scratch to the surface, along which a break occurs in manual mode. In addition to glass, popular models successfully cope with tiles, ceramics, corrugated glass base.

When working with corrugated glass, the cut is made from the smooth side. Cutting tempered glass is not recommended. The slightest damage leads to their scattering into the smallest particles.

Description and characteristics

The simplest devices have the following structural elements:

• handle with a tube (connecting rod);
• a head that visually resembles a hammer;
• mandrel with a cutting working element.

Based on the type of head attachment, the following types are distinguished:

1. A rotating mandrel capable of drawing curved lines.
2. Fixed plan tool.

An artificial diamond crystal acts as a cutting element. There are two types of crystal that differ in shape:

1. Curved cutter.
2. An incisor resembling a four-sided regular pyramid.

Models with such cutting elements are usually called diamond. If the device is equipped with rollers for cutting, they are classified as roller.

The classic version - the head has one or more grooves of different widths. There are popular models with grooves on a small bar attached to the shaft of the handle. Thanks to such recesses, the glass edge breaks off. The grooves help to remove excess material if the break did not occur in the place of the marking. You can also use special pliers or pliers.

Manufacturing materials

When making a handle, the following is used:

• phenoplast;
• polystyrene;
• dense tree species;
• other materials with similar mechanical properties.

The rest of the structural elements (with the exception of the diamond cutter) are made of alloys and metals:

1. Hammer and rod - steel or brass.
2. The holder is high quality steel.
3. The base is aluminum.

Working elements are made of synthetic or natural diamond, and the first option is practically not inferior in its characteristics to a natural analogue. Carbide cutter is made from Pobedit, carbide rollers are made of cobalt-tungsten alloys.

Parameters

The standard dimensions of the product are as follows:

• length - 120 mm;
• thickness - 88 mm;
• width - 30 mm;
• weight ranges from 20 to 100 g.

A pyramid-shaped cutter 22 mm long, curved - 16 mm, in accordance with GOST.

The maximum glass thickness for the functioning of a natural diamond is 10 mm. The rollers in the models of the same name have different diameters, however, 6.6 mm are considered the most common and demanded ones.

Other parameters:

• cutting depth (max) - 5 mm;
• sharpening angle - 100 degrees.

There are models with the function of oil cooling of rollers, a sharpening angle of 150 degrees (used for cutting thick material of 20 mm) and 135 degrees (works with a maximum thickness of 10 mm).

Resource and labeling

Manufacturers even for the best models provide a one-year warranty from the date of sale. However, there are other indicators as well. So, the diamond device is able to cut up to 12000 m. material. As for the roller types, the maximum resource is 350 m.

Diamond tool markings show the orientation of the work face. Products intended for import have diamond crumbs applied, the weight of which is indicated in carats. The manufacturer's own trademark is engraved on the hammer. The best manufacturers participating in the rating of quality products apply the appropriate marking on the product.

What are

Tools differ in design features, and therefore they are divided into the following types, the differences between which are indicated in the comparative table:

Varieties	Description
Diamond	A diamond crystal of a natural or synthetic type acts as a working element. During operation, it gradually wears out. It is available in two types: the curved cutting edge is more suitable for beginners, while the pyramidal shape is preferred by professional glaziers. With a slight wear, it is possible to inflow on the bar using mastic with diamond dust. The maximum resource is 10,000 running meters. The average price is 1,500 rubles.
Winning	Roller models, the cutter is made of pobedit. Visually, it does not differ from the previous version, but at a lower price. The functionality is not so extensive. Used for domestic needs, and even then rarely. The main disadvantage is the quick bluntness of the carbide cutter, the result is a poor-quality groove. Product reviews are negative.
Roller	They are popular with both beginners and professionals. The cut is made by means of a rotating roller. Specialty stores offer a choice of six, three and one roller options. Rarely, but there are two-roller with a plastic case. Refers to budget options. Tools with a steel wheel are sold at a price of 700 rubles, the cheapest with a minimum resource can be purchased for 90 rubles.
Oil	Roller model equipped with a small reservoir for filling oil that gets onto the cutting element during operation of the device. A hollow handle is often used as a reservoir. Differs in a high operational life and smooth movement. Resource - 5000 running meters with a maximum material width of 20 mm. The product is sold at a minimum price of 160 rubles.
Glass cutter - compasses	Used for cutting round shapes. It is based on a circular mechanism. The suction cup acts as a support, thanks to which the tool is attached to the surface. Other structural elements: cutter and scale.
Circular	Designed for cutting ovals. Thanks to the two centers, it is possible to move along a complex trajectory. The cost exceeds 1000 rubles per unit.
Special	Used to obtain glass circles with a minimum diameter in industrial volumes. The appearance is original - a flat design with a bar and a cutter equipped with fixing elements to avoid movement. There is a comfortable "L" - shaped handle.

How to choose

Specialized outlets offer a wide range of products for glass cutting.On the shelves, you can find new items from the world's leading manufacturers, leading the TOP of modern products and inexpensive Chinese-made options with a minimum resource. Where to buy and which company is better depends on the preferences of the master. However, there are basic selection criteria that must be taken into account in order to avoid mistakes when making a final decision:

1. The thickness and type of material to be cut.
2. Volume of work.
3. Professionalism of the master.
4. How much does the tool cost?

What to look for when choosing a home tool? The expert advice is as follows:

1. If you have to assemble a furniture set, you should not look for an expensive industrial product, leading the rating of high-quality tools used in large-scale construction of real estate objects.
2. There is a large amount of work with excessive requirements, and there is no experience, it is better to turn to professionals for help. They work with their own tools and you can make a claim in the event of a defect.
3. When carrying out repairs, the main thing is to use convenient devices. Pay attention to the ergonomics of the handle. According to buyers, the most comfortable are wooden options that do not slip and fit comfortably in the hand. A device with a metal housing may have roughness and unevenness.
4. Own experience with various devices. If you preferred to use roller models, then you should not switch to diamond ones.
5. Pay special attention to the quality of the videos. They shouldn't dangle.
6. Which one is better to buy? Only a high quality and reliable product. Before paying for the product, the sales manager should be asked to demonstrate the device in action. Pay attention to the parameters of the notch of oil and diamond tools. It should be very thin, almost invisible. Roller models should operate quietly, without creaking, crackling a little.

Before visiting construction markets, conduct a review of the products offered, choose the best option. You can order goods from China using the Ali Express delivery service. Those who prefer to purchase devices from the online store can order online. This way you can save a little on the price of the product.

Rules for working with the tool

The efficiency of the glass cutter and the receipt of a minimum amount of waste directly depends on the correctness of the actions. Let's dwell on the main nuances:

1. The glass is pre-cleaned and dried, placed on a flat horizontal surface, covered with a piece of thick cloth for softness.
2. A cutting plan is being prepared and depicted on a sheet of paper.
3. A ruler or template is taken and pressed firmly against the sheet.
4. The glass cutter holds onto the base of the handle.
5. A line is drawn without pressure, starting from the far edge. Using a diamond model will create an almost invisible feature. The roller will make a deeper groove. Actions are done once. If a mistake is made, the sheet is turned over and a line is drawn on the other side.
6. The final stage is breaking the surface. Produced with gloves. To simplify the process, it is worth knocking lightly with a mandrel on the back of the sheet. The sheet is laid on the table so that the cut line coincides with the edge of the table top. A sharp movement should lead to a quality break.
7. The smoothness of the edge is ensured by a special drill with a sharpening attachment clamped in a chuck. Work is carried out exclusively in protective glasses.

Rating of the best glass cutters for 2020

Diamond

FIT 16932

Found application in the professional field and in everyday life. Designed for cutting glass surfaces. Suitable for stained glass. It has a significant resource of use - 4500 m. The diamond component is subject to sharpening, which increases the quality and accuracy. High quality tool steel was used in the manufacture of the holder. The handle is made of wood.

The average price is 306 rubles.

• great resource;
• quality;
• ease of use;
• reliability;
• high speed;
• build quality.

• significant are not established.

Kraftool Silberschnitt 33677

Oil device. The cutting edge is made of tungsten carbide. The main difference is noteworthy durability and reliability. In the manufacture of the head, nickel-plated steel was used, the handle is brass, there is an abrasive coating. Works with material 12 mm thick.

The average cost is 3129 rubles.

• resource 50,000 m;
• effective;
• professional;
• the convenience of the handle;
• oil is supplied automatically;
• cutting accuracy;
• complete with a case;
• strength of the material of manufacture.

• significant cost;
• no grooves for breaking glass;
• it is difficult to determine the amount of oil in the container.

Russia 87225

The product of the Russian manufacturer has good characteristics and an affordable price. Steel head, chrome-plated, plastic handle. Weight - 0.3 kg. Cutting depth - 5 mm maximum. Copes well with window panes.

Dealers offer products at a cost of 217 rubles.

• high strength;
• comfortable to hold;
• long service life;
• convenient to use.

• large head size obscures full view;
• cut only straight, curly high-quality does not work.

Brigadier Extrema

It enjoys a well-deserved popularity among professional glass cutters. Tops the TOP of diamond models. In the production of the head, hardened steel was used, a wooden handle, varnished. The cut is made with synthetic diamond. Product length - 180 mm. The body is equipped with special grooves that allow to break off the edges with high quality.

The average price is 524 rubles.

• reliable fixation of the cutting element;
• excellent functionality;
• easy to use;
• evenness of the cut;
• functions in any direction;
• long service life;
• safety.

• the handle slides;
• storage is provided exclusively in the case;
• significant price;
• the handle may break if pressed too hard.

FIT 16930

The development is Canadian, produced in the territory of the Middle Kingdom. A distinctive feature is the presence of industrial diamond at a certain angle. Used to cut material 5 mm thick. The manufacturer provides 5 grooves for high-quality breaking off of the surface with different sections. The wooden handle fits comfortably in the hand.

The price of the product is 421 rubles.

• quality of work;
• significant strength;
• large resource - 50,000 m;
• comfortable to hold;
• can be used for both household needs and production;
• high-quality grooves;
• durability;
• excellent combination of price and quality.

• insignificant depth of the cut;
• weak fixation of the diamond;
• the possibility of grinding a wooden handle.

Roller

FIT 16921

The Canadian company has established the production of quality glass cutters with noteworthy functions. A strong steel head and a special screw make it possible to make high-quality fixation of the axis position. The plastic handle is equipped with special grooves for easy grip with your fingers. Brass inserts minimize the possibility of the device slipping out. The maximum cutting depth is 8 mm.

The average price is 451 rubles.

• excellent cutting ability;
• the flask for oil is transparent, which allows you to control its volume;
• easy to use;
• used for professional purposes;
• anti-corrosion properties of the material;
• long service life;
• reliability.

• equipped with one roller;
• the possibility of breaking the plastic handle;
• the head is fixed poorly;
• needs a special storage case;
• overpriced.

Bohle Silberschnitt

An excellent German model for professional work. Single-roller device with a resource of up to 5000 m. Maximum cutting thickness - 6 mm. It enjoys authority among experienced glass cutters.

The average cost is 375 rubles.

• comfortable handle;
• comfortable to use;
• excellent cutting qualities;
• reliable;
• high-quality assembly;
• made of quality material.

• one roller;
• no grooves for breaking;
• the worn-out disc does not change, the tool is discarded.

Sparta 872235

A budget version of the Chinese glass cutter. There is a drum with spare rollers in the amount of six pieces. An insignificant margin requires cutting only 300 m of glass. Metal head, wood handle. Cutting depth - up to 5 mm.

The average cost is 214 rubles.

• combination of price and quality;
• the handle fits comfortably in the palm;
• ease of use.

• the head may loosen;
• margin of strength is insignificant;
• only straight movements;
• low quality model.

Truper CV - 5, 12953

Mexican all-metal tools differ from similar products in essential strength, reliability and long service life. It is almost impossible to break or damage it. The maximum cut is 8 mm. The handle has a special ball for tapping on the surface. The head is equipped with three grooves for breaking small glass pieces.

The manufacturer offers the product at a price of 557 rubles.

• reliability;
• durability;
• strength;
• insignificant dimensions;
• inexpensive.

• long cuts are excluded;
• too light weight;
• the handle can slip and it is inconvenient to hold it;
• not used for industrial purposes;
• poor quality of work.

Stanley 0 - 14 - 040

Quality American glass cutting device at home. It differs from analogues by the presence of six tungsten rollers. After blunting one of them, you can use the other, after turning the drum over. To avoid rust, the holder is nickel plated. The lacquered handle is made of durable wood.

The average cost is 689 rubles.

• fits comfortably in the hand;
• does not slip;
• comfortable;
• easy;
• durable;
• reliable;
• can be used as a tile cutter - pencil;
• excellent cutting performance;
• insignificant price.

• unable to handle large volumes;
• insignificant cutting depth - up to 4 mm.

Biber 55531

The tool is easy to use and efficient. There is a dispenser for filling with kerosene or spindle oil, which allows you to quickly and easily carry out this work. Equipped with a carbide cutting element for strength and durability. Weight - 0.05 kg, plastic handle, one cutting element, no circular function.

The average price is 178 rubles.

• easy to operate;
• convenient;
• quality;
• effective.

• significant are missing.

Matrix 87264

A small tool is able to cope with different surface thicknesses, working at different angles. The hollow handle is designed for filling with oil or kerosene. The cutting element is made of VK-8 (hard alloy). Makes only straight lines, no circle can be drawn.

The average cost is 292 rubles.

• strength;
• durability;
• reliability;
• ease of use;
• light weight;
• effective;
• significant working resource;
• a specially shaped head that allows you to work at any angle;
• two-year warranty;
• optimal dimensions.

• significant are not established.

Stayer Profi 33692

The German brand's oil roller model, however, is made in China. It is used for cutting glass surfaces with a thickness of 2 to 10 mm. Differs in practicality and convenience. Thanks to its all-metal construction, it has a long service life.

The price of the product is 489 rubles.

• the presence of a special dosed flask in the kit;
• durability;
• strength;
• convenient dimensions;
• spring-loaded head;
• roller version;
• used in industry and at home;
• reliability;
• significant resource.

• significant are missing.

Sturm 1077 - OL - 01

Roller oil device with integrated oil reservoir in the handle.High-quality impact-resistant material was used in the manufacture of the handle. Parameters: 235 x 62 x 14 mm, weight 0.06 kg. The brand is originally from Germany, production is located in the Middle Kingdom.

The average cost is 166 rubles.

• durable construction;
• warranty for 25 months;
• reliability;
• convenient length of the product;
• durable plastic case;
• efficiency;
• performance.

• significant were not identified.

Circular

Circular Glass Cutter

For quality work, experienced glass cutters prefer to deal with professional devices, because mistakes cannot be made. There is only one attempt at carving a circle in thin glass or ceramic tiles. Otherwise, you will have to purchase another sheet. Conventional glass cutters are suitable for straight cutting. To draw a circle, you need to purchase a special device - a circular glass cutter.

Despite the simplicity, the design is very thoughtful. The metal ruler is equipped with a rubber suction cup, which is necessary for fixing in one place. A glass cutter is mounted on the ruler, which moves freely along the entire length. Using the provided handle, the tool is fixed at a certain division of the ruler, the maximum length of which is 20 cm.

The goods are sold at a price of 731 rubles.

• used both horizontally and vertically;
• works with surfaces of different thickness;
• easy to use;
• reliable;
• allows you to cut any configuration;
• optimal scale;
• used both at home and in industrial enterprises;
• light weight;
• convenient dimensions;
• safety.

• absent.

Hasal 308.25 / 308.50

Professional compass - glass cutter with adjustable cutting angle. Cutting diameter - 95 - 500 mm. It is widely used for cutting double-glazed windows. The product is manufactured by a world-famous Turkish company. Differs in reliability, durability, ease of use.

The average cost is 9758 rubles.

• used on an industrial scale;
• long service life;
• safe;
• quality;
• efficiency;
• a good combination of price and quality;
• essential resource.

• significant are not established.

KD art. BLD (R)

Professional hand tools are used for cutting essential circles of 10 - 200 cm. Produced by a Chinese company. Equipped with suction cup, square gauge bar profile, large cutting fluid capacity. Works with glass thickness from 6 to 12 mm.

The average price is 4047 rubles.

• reliability;
• efficiency;
• long service life;
• safety;
• quality;
• significant resource;
• durable material of manufacture;
• easy to operate.

• significant were not found.

Conclusion

Before becoming the happy owner of a new instrument, it is worth deciding what characteristics it should have, how durable and reliable it should be. If the device will be used rarely enough and exclusively for household needs, then you can opt for inexpensive roller models. They are convenient, comfortable, easy to use, suitable for both beginners and experienced glass cutters.

On an industrial scale, cutting glass surfaces is best done with a professional product that allows you to maintain maximum precision and quality of work. For these purposes, the most suitable option would be expensive diamond glass cutters. Oil models can be used as an addition to professional equipment for applying small lines.