1. What are single edge razor blades used for? Precise cutting, scraping and trimming: surface prep, removing paint, opening boxes and general workshop jobs.
2. What's the difference between 2-facet and 3-facet razor blades? A facet is an angled surface ground into the blade's cutting edge. 2-facet blades, the most common type, give reliable sharpness for general cutting and scraping. 3-facet blades have an extra ground surface that refines the edge for smoother, more precise cuts and trimming, and they're usually used in manufacturing and industrial work.
3. What pack sizes are available? 2-facet blades come in packs of 10 or 100; 3-facet blades come in a pack of 100.
4. What scraper do these razor blades fit? The Excel Blades K11 Metal Safety Scraper and the K12 All Purpose Tap Knife.
5. How thick are these blades? .009 inch, with a .040-inch carbon steel backer for stability.
6. Are the blades individually wrapped? Yes. Each blade comes in protective paper for safe handling and storage.
7. Are Excel #9 razor blades made in the USA? Yes.
