Handheld Hot Cutter

An electric handheld rope cutter. A soldering gun with a rope-cutting tip that cuts synthetic rope and seals the end. 100 W, 120 VAC.

Handheld rope hot cutter, black with an orange trigger, to cut and melt synthetic rope
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Great for

  • Quick, simple cuts of a few pieces at a time.
  • It cuts and seals the end in one step. Our own synthetic ropes are hot cut and sealed with a similar cutter.

Also for this job

Want to hold the rope together while you cut?

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Specs

Description

The Handheld Hot Cutter is an electric soldering gun with a rope-cutting tip that cuts synthetic rope and seals the end in one step. It has a 1-1/2 in cutting blade and weighs 2 lb, so it's easy to carry. Our own synthetic ropes come hot cut and sealed with a similar cutter, and this one is for cutting a piece shorter, a few pieces at a time. To hold the rope together while you cut, use Rope Tape.

  • Made for synthetic rope
  • Not for continuous use. Cool it 4 minutes for every minute of use
  • Clamp or hold both sides of the rope as you cut
  • 4 ft power cord. 100 W, 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 amp

Questions

Using it

How long can I run it?

The instructions say it is not for continuous use. Never run it more than 60 seconds without letting it cool. Allow 4 minutes of cooling for every 1 minute of use.

Any tips for a clean cut?

Clamp or hold both sides of the rope in place as you cut.

What are the specs?

1-1/2 in cutting blade, 4 ft power cord, 2 lb. It is rated 100 W, 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 amp.

Reviews

Goes with it

  • U.S. orders placed by 3 pm ET on a business day ship the same day. We're closed weekends and a few holidays.
  • Our average rating across all Right Rope products, from 900+ verified reviews. Read reviews (opens in a new tab)
  • Not sure what you need? Open the chat button on this page and a rope expert will help you choose.