The types of utility knives mainly include breakable, retractable, fixed, and folding types.
The breakable utility knife is the most common type. The blade has a long and sharp blade, which is divided into several equal sections on the back of the blade. When the blade is no longer sharp, the blade can be broken according to the cut position and the remaining blade that has not been worn can be used.
The retractable utility knife can control the extension and retraction of the blade, which is easy to carry. It is safer. The blade can be stored in the handle when not in use to prevent the blade from moving and ensure safety.
Fixed utility knives are often used in cutting environments with high frequency of use. The steps of pushing and retracting are omitted. The blade will not move during frequent use. It can be used immediately after taking it out. When the blade is worn, a new blade can be replaced.
The compact folding design of the foldable utility knife is easy to carry in the pocket. Once unfolded and used, it can be changed into a fixed type or a retractable type. The main features are portability and versatility.
In addition, there are many options for utility knives, depending on the application and usage, such as safety cutters, children's utility knives, heavy-duty utility knives, resilient utility knives, multi-functional utility knives, pen-shaped utility knives, paper cutters, compass knives, etc. These different types of utility knives have their own characteristics and are suitable for different usage scenarios and needs.