Cutting Tools

Question 1

What is paper or thin card cut with?

Answer 1

Scissors

Question 2

What is used to cut circles and arcs?

Answer 2

A circle cutter, as it can also have its radius changed to create different sizes of circle/arc

Question 3

What is used to cut tougher materials such as board or thin wood?

Answer 3

Metal-cased knives, such as Stanley knives

Question 4

Name 2 pieces of safety equipment when using any knife:

Answer 4

• Cutting Mat

- Metal Ruler

Question 5

When should you use a guillotine, and why?

Answer 5

Use it to cut lots of large sheets of paper or card at once, as it is quick, accurate and can hold large pieces (up to A1)

Question 6

What are three expensive machines for cutting?

Answer 6

• Laser Cutter: Burns away material
• Die Cutter: Cuts out nets for packaging
• Creasing Bar: Creates folds in products