Parafilm Splitter

This is a very rough and slightly dangerous print to use. I recommend using cut-resistant gloves while assembling and using. You will need to save the cardboard tube from an empty roll of Parafilm. You will also need a roughly 12" long 3/8" dia piece of all thread and a couple large 3/8" wingnuts.

The cutter (blade mount) can be used to split a 4" roll into either 4 or 5 mini rolls depending on how many #22 scalpels you use.

Assembly and use instructions:

1) Carefully place scalpels into the "blade mount" and hold them in position using lab tape.

2) Place the "blade mount" onto the "box base" to ensure the blades are facing the correct direction toward the "box base" and cover any blade portion that will not be cutting the parafilm in the gap for added safety.

3) Remove the "blade box" and set aside for the next step

4) Open parafilm box and pull out around 12" and feed through gap in "box base" such that the paper is down and the parafilm is up.

5) Press the s