PreCut Doctor Blades

PreCut doctor blades simplify one of the most overlooked sources of variability in the pressroom: blade preparation.

With MDC PreCut, each blade is
laser-perforated to your specified length and delivered in roll format. Operators simply snap the blade to length—no cutting tools required.

Why PreCut

Manual blade cutting introduces:

  • Safety risks
  • Inconsistent lengths
  • Lost time during changeovers

PreCut eliminates these variables by standardizing blade preparation at the source.

How It Works

PreCut blades are delivered in roll format with precision perforations.

Operators:

  • Load the roll as usual
  • Pull to the desired segment
  • Snap the blade cleanly at the perforation

No workflow change.

No additional tools.

Key Benefits

Eliminates

manual cutting

Improves

operator safety

Reduces

setup variability

Speeds up

blade changes

Maintains

familiar handling

Specifications

Widths

0.75” – 2.375”

Thicknesses

0.006” | 0.008” | 0.010” | 0.012”

Lengths

From 12”+ (customized)

Compatibility

PreCut is available for:

  • Steel doctor blades

Not currently available for:

  • Plastic blades
  • Foam-tape-backed blades

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 the MDC PreCut Overview

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why MDC PreCut?

It eliminates manual cutting while maintaining the same handling and packaging as traditional roll blades.

What makes it different?

Laser perforation allows blades to be snapped to length safely, removing cutting risk and saving time.

How many blades per roll?

Defined by your selected blade length. Rolls are configured to match your requirements.

What about roll length?

Typical total roll length ranges from ~80–120 meters depending on blade length selection.

How do I know when the roll ends?

The final section is marked with an engraved indicator (“THE END”).

Recommended Use

Lengths are customized based on press configuration and workflow preferences.