The Army Painter Plastic Frame Cutter is a sharp, thin and precise cutter for taking models off the sprue.
At a glance
- Use: Cutting parts from the sprue; trimming and converting plastic models
- Blades: Sharp, thin and precise
- Material: Stainless steel (our listing)
- Not for: Painting - pair it with brushes and paints
From The Army Painter
Cut your models from the sprue with the Plastic Frame Cutter
- Sharp, thin and precise
- Cut your models from the sprue with ease and precision
- Ideal for trimming and converting all plastic models and miniatures
Quick facts
| Brand | The Army Painter |
|---|---|
| Tool | Plastic Frame Cutter |
| Material | Stainless steel (our listing) |
| Product code | TL5039 |
| EAN / barcode | 5713799503908 |
Which tool do I need?
| Army Painter tool | Code | What it is for |
|---|---|---|
| Hobby Tool Kit | TL5050 | All the basic tools to assemble an army, plus a 5g Super Glue |
| Plastic Frame Cutter (this one) | TL5039 | Cutting parts off the sprue; trimming and converting plastic models |
| Drill Bits | TL5042 | 10 drill bits in a range of sizes; fit Army Painter magnets |
| Sculpting Tools | TL5036 | 3 tools with 6 tips; works with Green Stuff |
| Tweezers Set | TL5035 | 2 types of tweezers for small parts and precise gluing |
| Super Glue | GL2014 | Plastic, resin and metal miniatures; precision tip |
| Battlefields Basing Glue | GL2013 | Gluing sand, rocks and grass to bases; polyfoam scenery |
| Wargamers Edition Wet Palette | TL5057 | Keeping acrylic paint wet while you paint |
From The Army Painter product pages.
FAQ
What is a frame cutter?
A clipper for cutting plastic parts off the sprue (the frame they come on). The Army Painter also recommends it for trimming and converting.
Will it cut metal?
The Army Painter makes it for plastic models and miniatures.
What else do I need to start?
A frame cutter, super glue, brushes and paint. The Hobby Tool Kit and a Speedpaint set cover most of it.
Pairs with
- The Army Painter Miniature Super Glue – for assembly
- The Army Painter Hobby Tool Kit – the full assembly kit
- Best Army Painter paint sets and hobby kits – our guide to the range
