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Film knife EBC1 safety knife

Art. no. H046

At a glance

  • maximum safety
  • Protective hook in front of the blade
  • without blade change
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3.28€ net · excl. VAT

Prices in EUR, net – for business customers only. Shipping: €14 flat rate within Europe, free of charge from €300 goods value (Shipping costs, in German) · Delivery time on request

Quantity discountnet / pc.
from 20 pcs. (−3 %)3.18€
from 50 pcs. (−6 %)3.08€

PHC EBC1 – safe BoxCutter with a large handle

Concealed blade (level 3) | particularly large handle | metal tape slitter

Highlights

  • High safety: thanks to the concealed special blade behind the protective hook (level 3) – no contact with the cutting edge possible
  • Full goods protection: the blade remains shielded and never reaches the contents of the packaging
  • Fatigue-free grip: thanks to the particularly large handle, which sits securely even with gloves and large hands
  • Clean slitting: with the robust metal tape slitter on the back
  • Safe handling: thanks to the permanently fitted blade, with no handling of an exposed blade

Applications & cutting materials

The PHC EBC1 is designed for film, adhesive tape and strapping and reliably cuts through stretch film, parcel tape and plastic strapping with a pull cut. It also opens light corrugated board and sacks; however, it is not designed for bulky or firm materials such as polystyrene or non-woven fabric, or for intensive cardboard cutting.

Specially for film, adhesive tape and strapping

Stretch film — Film knife EBC1 safety knife im Einsatz

Stretch film

Open stretch and shrink film on pallets safely and in a controlled way.

Strapping — Film knife EBC1 safety knife im Einsatz

Strapping

Cut through PP and PET strapping reliably with a safe pull cut.

Adhesive tape — Film knife EBC1 safety knife im Einsatz

Adhesive tape

Cut through parcel tape and adhesive strips cleanly, and slit cartons open with the metal slitter.

Particularly suitable
Stretch film
Stretch film
Adhesive tape
Adhesive tape
Strapping
Strapping
Suitable
Opening film/paper sacks
Opening film/paper sacks
Cardboard – lids/flaps
Cardboard – lids/flaps
Not suitable Polystyrene (EPS)

Knife know-how

On a level 3 safety knife, the blade stays permanently concealed – the most thorough protection in the warehouse. The PHC EBC1 achieves this with a permanently fitted special blade behind the protective hook and also features a strikingly large handle and a robust metal tape slitter. Here you can see at a glance what sets the EBC1 apart and which tasks it is made for.

3 Fully shielded blade
2 Fully automatic blade retraction / protection
1 Automatic blade retraction
0 No additional safety
Safety level 3 · Scale 0–3

Concealed blade — stays hidden in the housing throughout and protrudes only minimally for the cut. Maximum protection during operation.

All safety levels explained →
Cutting depth
approx. 10 mm

Adjustable cutting depth: no.

Housing
GRPPlastic (PP)

glass-fibre-reinforced plastic, considerably more break-resistant than ordinary plastic at a similar weight.

Further features
Knife type: safety knife
Safety knives are designed for continuous professional use — usually with an automatic or manual blade guard that prevents cuts when the knife is not in use. The standard choice in logistics, retail and production.
Ergonomics: ergonomic design
Ergonomic design — the handle shape is designed around the hand position when cutting and reduces fatigue with repeated use.
Ergonomics: left- and right-handed
Left- and right-handed — can be used with either hand, with or without conversion depending on the model, equally suitable for left- and right-handed users.
Weight: < 50 g
< 50 g — featherlight, practically unnoticeable when carried all day, for example on the belt or in the hand. This model weighs 22 g.
Material: carbon steel
Carbon steel — higher sharpness and longer edge retention than stainless steel. Ideal for dry environments with a high cutting frequency.
Coating: uncoated
Uncoated — constant basic sharpness without coating wear, cost-efficient and proven. The most economical choice for standard applications.
Sharpness: high initial sharpness
High initial sharpness — especially sharp from the first cut, ideal when maximum cutting performance is needed immediately.
Sharpness: long edge life
Long edge life — much longer service life until the next blade change than standard blades. Reduces change intervals and blade consumption in intensive use.
Blade safety: without snap-off segments
Without snap-off segments — continuous blade without predetermined breaking points, no risk of a segment breaking off uncontrolled.
Blade safety: few mounting holes
Few mounting holes — fewer blade mounting holes mean fewer predetermined breaking points under lateral force, and a lower risk of uncontrolled breakage.

Technical data

Safety level
Level 3 (highest category)
Handle material
Plastic (PP)
Blade type
Carbon steel – special blade, single-sided (permanently fitted)
Max. cutting depth (mm)
approx. 10 mm
Blade change
Not possible
Suitable for left-handed users
Yes
Eyelet
No (belt clip)
Weight (g)
22
Certificate
none
Article number
H046
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Dimensions in mm — illustration is an example
Weight 22 g
Featherweight Pro Heavy

Downloads & blade change

H046 Technical data sheet

Technical data, blade change instructions and safety notes – DIN A4

Download →

Alternatives

The PHC EBC1 focuses on safety and grip comfort. If you are looking for the highest cutting performance in the test, you will find it in the Ultra Safe 53; the OLFA SK-15 is the affordable best-value classic, and the CB100 is the only one in the comparison group to offer a true blade change. Here you will find suitable level 3 safety knives in direct comparison.

Accessories

The moulded clip lets you carry the PHC EBC1 on your belt within easy reach; an additional lanyard secures it against loss in the warehouse. A collection box ensures safe disposal of dull knives, a cutting ruler ensures precise cuts and a belt pouch ensures quick access in daily use.

Collection boxes

Collection boxes

  • for dull blades
  • special closure
  • in 4 sizes
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Lanyards

Lanyards

  • “lanyard”
  • extra strong
  • up to 120 cm long
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Cutting rulers

Cutting rulers

  • with steel edge
  • high quality
  • with finger guard
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Holsters

Holsters

  • knife pouch
  • in 3 sizes
  • reinforced seams
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Frequently asked questions

The most frequently asked questions about the PHC EBC1: from the permanently fitted special blade and the suitable materials to the large handle and how it differs from other level 3 BoxCutters.

Why can the blade on the PHC EBC1 not be changed?

The PHC EBC1 has a permanently fitted PHC special blade that cannot be removed – suitable replacement blades are not commercially available. This keeps handling safe and simple: there is no exposed blade and no blade handling. When the cutting edge is worn out, the entire knife is replaced.

Which materials is the PHC EBC1 suitable for?

The PHC EBC1 is the right choice for stretch and shrink film, adhesive tape, parcel tape and strapping; it also opens light corrugated board and sacks. However, it is not designed for bulky or firm materials such as polystyrene or non-woven fabric, or for intensive cardboard cutting.

What makes the handle of the PHC EBC1 special?

The PHC EBC1 has a deliberately large, robust plastic handle that sits securely even with work gloves and large hands. At only 22 g it remains light and can be used by right- and left-handed users without any conversion – comfortable in continuous use in goods receiving.

What distinguishes the PHC EBC1 from other level 3 BoxCutters?

All level 3 BoxCutters work with a concealed blade. The PHC EBC1 stands out above all for its particularly large handle and robust metal tape slitter. If you are looking for maximum cutting performance, choose the Ultra Safe 53; if you want to change the blade, choose the CB100.

Is the PHC EBC1 also suitable for left-handed users?

Yes. The PHC EBC1 has a symmetrical design and can be used by right- and left-handed users without any conversion. The concealed blade behind the protective hook offers the full safety of level 3 in every position.

Notes