Probst STS-33-F Block Cutter

The Probst STS-33-F Block Cutter and Stone Splitter is the newly redesigned block cutter, producing more splitting force with reduced effort, which in turn creates a cleaner cut on block paving blocks and similar products with ease. Supplied with one set of two cutting blades. This redesigned Stone and Block Splitter from Probst has been developed to cut or snap blocks easily by using less force by the operator.

This simple and easy-to-use Probst Stone Splitter STS will give a clean, perfectly formed new edge to your blocks without dust, without noise, and no water is needed to aid in the operation. Therefore no particulate emissions occur, so it is safer for the operator to use, and better for the environment, and very little setting up and packing away time lost.

The STS-33-F Probst block cutter is fitted with the newly designed triangular-shaped cutting blade, which gives a cleaner more accurate cut over the older square-style blade that was fitted to the now-discontinued Probst AL33 Block Cutter.

What does Probst say about the STONE SPLITTER STS the block cutters from Probst – more splitting force with reduced effort? Snap blocks without great force: easy! With the perfect combination of lever and eccentric transmission and and triangular knife, the huge splitting force with minimal operating force is generated with all mechanical block snappers.

Another technical detail of the Probst STS-33-F Block Cutter and Stone Cutter is that they are supplied with a tilted, rigid supporting table, this makes sure all blocks are cut at the same angle. The Probst cutter is fitted with a triangular-shaped cutting blade that is reversible. To speed up work enormously the STS Probst Splitter has a size indicator (both cm & Inch shown) on the cutting table as well as a 45-degree angle indicator on both support plates.

Probst STS-33-F Block Cutter spare blades.

Probst STS-33-F Block Cutter spare blades are available from the Ultimate Lifting Solutions Probst Spare parts section of the ulslifting.com website. The Probst STS-33-F Block Splitter Spare blade part number 33000029. Triangular-shaped blade. two are needed in total, one for the top blade and one for the bottom blade. One blade can be changed independently on its own. The Cutting Blade can be turned once damaged and the blades are held in place by two bolts, therefore can be turned quickly and easily.

What is a Block Splitter?

A block splitter commonly called a block cutter, stone cutter, stone splitter, or even guillotine is used to cut or split most small paving elements such as paving blocks, slabs, and stones. Once split the block will be left with a nice clean straight edge ready to be laid in position.

Which is better Block Splitter or Power Saw?

This argument amongst professionals has been discussed for many years and will continue for many years, and contractors are split 50%-50% - some prefer the manual block splitter while others will choose the Power saw. If using a power saw to cut through a block it is as simple as following a marked line set on the block, and a standard block will take anywhere between 15 seconds up to a minute to cut by a trained contractor. Using a block cutter will take a lot less time, probably only a few seconds, but it takes more skill to learn how to use a block splitter.

Difference between using a block splitter compared to a power saw.

The main difference between splitting paving blocks when using a block splitter over a power saw basically comes down to the amount of dust and noise created. A power saw will be noisy, not a good idea to use it first thing in the morning or if working late into the night, and the dust created is high and if used properly some sort of dust suppression equipment should be used. If a manual block splitter is used, firstly the dust noise created by the split is very low in comparison, but the biggest difference is the amount of dust generated is very low and no dust suppression equipment will be required to comply with government guidelines when it comes to controlling dust when cutting paving materials. another point to consider when using a power saw is the constant changing of cutting discs and even the lifespan of a power tool will be a lot less than a quality block splitter such as the Probst STS-33-F block Splitter. 

If you need more help with block cutters, feel free to call Ultimate Lifting Solutions today on 01384 986 026 to discuss your requirements.