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Carl® 12in. Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue

Carl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue

Item: 461045    Model: 12200

Carl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue
4.0stars
( 155 reviews)
  • Cuts up to 10 sheets of 20-lb. paper
  • 12" paper length
  • 2 3/4"H x 15 1/2"W x 11"D
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Cuts up to 10 sheets of 20-lb. paper12" paper length2 3/4"H x 15 1/2"W x 11"DEach12"Cuts up to 10 sheets of 20-lb. paper12" paper length2 3/4"H x 15 1/2"W x 11"DCarl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Bluehttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/461045_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/461045_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/461045/Carl-12-inch-Professional-Rotary-Paper-Trimmer-15-Sheet-Capacity-Gray-Blue/product_461045Carl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue4.0155
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Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue
 
4.0

(based on 155 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (54)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (71)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (11)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (10)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (92)
  • Lightweight (78)
  • Well built (60)
  • Easy to use (57)
  • Stable (54)

Cons

  • Difficult to use (10)
  • Flimsy (10)
  • Poor design (5)
  • Heavy (3)
  • Heavy / bulky (3)

Best Uses

  • Every day use (45)
  • Occasional use (45)
  • Office (33)
  • Scrapbooking (25)
  • Classroom (20)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Quality oriented (102), Budget shopper (35), Midrange shopper (4)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (96), Business (51)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

It works!!! The scoring blade saved me.

The cutter and scoring blade saved the day for me making a lay flat photo wedding album.

The cutter and scoring blade saved the day for me making a lay flat photo wedding album.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

 

Hardly Blown Away

I bought this exclusively to cut photos. It cuts, and it cuts straight, but poorly. Of course I am used to using "real" rotary trimmers (in the $200+ ran...Read complete review

I bought this exclusively to cut photos. It cuts, and it cuts straight, but poorly. Of course I am used to using "real" rotary trimmers (in the $200+ range). The problem with all of these economy trimmers is the use of a mat to cut against. As the paper is sheared by the blade, it is crushed into the mat causing frayed/tathered edges. This will do OK for very casual use, but for high quality clean professional results look for a true professional trimmer (Rotatrim to name one). Bottom line: I'll keep it and use ocassionally as a good trimmer is currently out of my price range, but honestly for a cleaner cut in this price range, you are better off with a conventional (lever arm) paper cutter.

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(26 of 28 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

Hardly Blown Away

By 4togrfr

from Virginia

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Durable
  • Stable

Cons

  • Low accuracy

Best Uses

  • Occasional Use

Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

I bought this exclusively to cut photos. It cuts, and it cuts straight, but poorly. Of course I am used to using "real" rotary trimmers (in the $200+ range). The problem with all of these economy trimmers is the use of a mat to cut against. As the paper is sheared by the blade, it is crushed into the mat causing frayed/tathered edges. This will do OK for very casual use, but for high quality clean professional results look for a true professional trimmer (Rotatrim to name one). Bottom line: I'll keep it and use ocassionally as a good trimmer is currently out of my price range, but honestly for a cleaner cut in this price range, you are better off with a conventional (lever arm) paper cutter.

  • Primary use:
  • Personal

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(14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Nice Features!

By Shell

from Springfield, MO

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Stable
  • Versatile
  • Well Built

Cons

  • cut isn't always exact

Best Uses

  • Classroom
  • Every Day Use
  • Occasional Use

Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

The features are awesome! This product offers a perforation blade and a scoring blade! Both work really well and I love using them!

When cutting, make sure you push down the entire time or it won't cut all the way through.

  • Primary use:
  • Personal

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(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Excellent for Home or Office

By The Photographer

from Mobile, Alabama

About Me Quality Oriented, Value Oriented

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Able to do fancy edges
  • Clean Edges
  • Compartments for parts
  • Cuts Straight
  • Durable
  • Easy to store
  • Good Cutting Capacity
  • Incredible performance
  • Never a bad cut
  • Safe
  • Sturdy
  • User friendly

Cons

    Best Uses

    • High Volume
    • Low Volume
    • Office
    • Scrapbooking

    Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

    This unit is amazing. You can purchase 8 1/2 x 11 paper for your pictures you print at home and save money. You will print 3-up (4 x 6 sz pictures) and use this unit to cut them apart. I suggest only doing 2 - 3 sheets at a time because more than that and the picture paper may slide a little bit and your cut will be crooked.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

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    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    great price for such a heavy hitter

    By Snail Mail Artist

    from Virginia

    About Me Quality Oriented

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Clean edges
    • Durable
    • Easy to use
    • Well Built

    Cons

    • Paper tends to slip

    Best Uses

    • Cut greeting cards

    Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

    Needed a great cutter at a decent price- my prior one gave out on me at the last minute on a big project. For [$] this one cuts several sheets of card stock nice and neat, is sturdy (not cheap plastic like other cutters), and has easy to read measuring guides.

    • Primary use:
    • Business

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    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Tip: Purchase the extra blades

    By BJC

    from Charlotte, NC

    About Me Value Oriented

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Stable
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Bulky

    Best Uses

    • Every Day Use

    Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

    I love this rotary cutter. It's durable, easy to read the measurements, easy to cut. But it's most useful if you purchase the extra blades which are not as cheap nor as diverse as I'd hoped. I'd like more than just the few decorative edge blades than are currently offered.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

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    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good Product

    By Nicole

    from Wallingford, CT

    About Me Quality Oriented

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Classroom
      • Every Day Use

      Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

      I use this in a photo lab to cut photos. It works great for the price. Not a heavy duty cutter but good!

      • Primary use:
      • Business

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      8 Questions | 12 Answers
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      • Q:

        I just received a request to make tickets which include a stub which must be torn off. Does this device include serated/ perforating cutters that can provide this feature?
        Asked on 2/12/2011 by Lion Bill from Keymar, Maryland

        1 answer

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          Carl does make blades for this trimmer for perforation/scoring, however we do not currently carry those. We may be able to special order those blades for you. Please call customer service at 800-333-3330 for assistance.

          Answered on 2/21/2011 by Ally from Staples
      • Q:

        Will this cutter handle 110 lb card stock paper? Will I need a special blade?
        Asked on 10/29/2010 by CaryC from Laingsburg,MI

        1 answer

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          Yes, but it can only cut one sheet at a time.

          Answered on 12/23/2010 by Rebecca from Staples
      • Q:

        why can't I find the replacemnnt RM-12 cutting mat for the cutter. Ihave looked for a few months and have not seen this item. I need to replace them on 3 cutters...
        Asked on 8/18/2010 by Anonymous from New Hampshire

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      • Q:

        I have a 12" Professional Rotary Trimmer, I need blades, for this trimmer..Item #RT-200 I need a perferating blade and a scoring and regular blade. Do you have these in stock and what are the prices.
        Jacquelin Cummins
        Asked on 8/7/2010 by Anonymous from Huntsville, Ala

        1 answer

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          Item number 461047 is the replacement blade and item number 476095 is the perforated/scoring blade pack

          Answered on 10/11/2010 by Customer Care from Staples
      • Q:

        I'm wondering if you can replace the piece that the blade cuts into. I could use a new one!
        Asked on 7/18/2010 by Jane from Pittsburg, NH

        1 answer

        • A:

          Yes, these strips can be replaced and are available at Staples. Also remember that those strips can be reversed and then flipped over & used and reversed again, when needed. As you are cutting, it cuts into the part of this strip that is closet to the cutting tool. This is the reason you are able to reverse the strip when you need to. Hope this helps you out.

          Answered on 7/31/2010 by thefab from Saint John, IN
      • Q:

        What is the website address for the manufacturer for detailed product information?
        Asked on 11/28/2009 by Anonymous from Huntington NY

        3 answers

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          Here is the detailed product information from the manufacturer Carl Professional 10-Sheet Rotary Trimmer Count on precise cuts with the premium carbide blade. Cuts up to 10 sheets. Patented rail system holds paper firmly. Sturdy metal base is calibrated and features preset measurements for common-sized items. Updated graphics, rulers and grid. Cuts mat board, card stock, plastic sheets, etc. Manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty (excludes blade and cutting mats). All sheet capacities are based on 20-lb. bond.

          Answered on 12/23/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
        • VERIFIED BUYER

          A:

          The website address is: www.CARL-Products.com

          Answered on 1/5/2010 by MsSharonK from Klamath Falls, OR
        • VERIFIED BUYER

          A:

          http://www.carlmfg.com/

          Answered on 4/6/2010 by Papeh Cuttah from North Carolina
      • Q:

        Does this cutter have different blades, such as:perforated or score
        Asked on 11/5/2009 by Anonymous from macon, MO

        3 answers

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          This item does not offer different blade types.

          Answered on 12/23/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
        • A:

          Actually this trimmer has multiple blades available for it. It comes with a perforationg blade as well as a straight cut and there are about 10 others available from Carl

          Answered on 2/7/2010 by Bill B from Wilkes Barre, PA
        • A:

          Last poster was incorrect -- alternative blades are AVAILABLE - but do NOT come with unit. Only comes with one standard blade.

          Answered on 4/22/2010 by Derek Z from Issaquah, WA
      • Q:

        I need to know how to switch the blades and use this thing i ddint get instructions int the box
        Asked on 10/12/2009 by ed from belfry,ky

        2 answers

        • CUSTOMER CARE

          A:

          Contact customer service at (847) 884.2842, ext. 100.

          Answered on 11/9/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
        • A:

          On the right side of the trimmer on the handle turn the clear knob 1/8th turn counter clockwise and pull it out. Change the blade, reposition the clear blade holder back in its place, and turn it 1/8th turn clockwise to click it back in.

          Answered on 2/7/2010 by Bill B from Wilkes Barre, PA
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