K5

A direct replacement for the Esko BLD-KC105 (i-105) / G42458331, the Zund Z5 / 3910117, and the Gerber MCT KC5 / 895005, with no holder modification needed. Single edge drag blade for kiss cutting on Zund, Esko, Kongsberg, and Gerber / MCT flatbed cutting systems.

Sold individually.

Direct OEM replacement

The K5 is a confirmed drop-in for the Esko BLD-KC105 (i-105) / G42458331, the Zund Z5 / 3910117, and the Gerber MCT KC5 / 895005. Same form, same fit, same geometry. No holder modification needed. If you are running any of these part numbers now, the K5 goes straight in.

What is kiss cut cutting?

Kiss cutting means the blade cuts through the face material (the vinyl, film, or label stock) without cutting through the liner underneath. The finished piece peels cleanly from the sheet. This blade is built for kiss cut work. It is not a through-cut blade.

Fine grain tungsten carbide

Fine grain tungsten carbide holds an edge longer than standard steel blades. In production runs, that means more cuts before you swap and more consistent cut quality across a long job. It also handles abrasive materials like magnetic media and heavy vinyl without losing its edge as fast.

Common questions

How do I know this fits my machine?

Match your current blade to one of these OEM part numbers: Esko BLD-KC105 (i-105) / G42458331, Zund Z5 / 3910117, or Gerber MCT KC5 / 895005. If you are not certain, contact us before you order. We can confirm fit from your machine model and current blade.

What materials does it cut?

The K5 is rated for self-adhesive vinyl, polycarbonate, polyester, masking film, window prep vinyl, magnetic media, transfer paper, and 3M VHB. For thicker or rigid materials that need a through cut, a different blade geometry is the right call. Not sure which blade fits your application? Contact us and we will sort it out.

What do the cutting angle and wedge angle mean?

The K5 features a 60° cutting angle and a 20° wedge angle. The 60° cutting angle helps the blade track smoothly through the material with reduced drag, while the 20° wedge angle provides the balance of sharpness and edge durability needed for clean kiss cuts on vinyl and film. They are two properties of the same blade, not two separate options.

How do I know when to replace it?

Watch for dragging, tearing, or the cut piece not releasing cleanly from the liner. When cut quality drops, swap the blade. A worn carbide blade does more damage to the material than the cost of a replacement.

Getting the most from your cutting table

A fresh blade is a good start. But if you are going through blades faster than expected, or cut quality has become inconsistent, the blade is rarely the whole story. Cut depth, speed, pressure, and machine condition all affect how long a blade lasts and how clean it cuts.

It is worth asking: When was your machine last serviced? Are your parameters dialed in for this material? Is this the right blade geometry for what you are cutting? Could your operators use time with someone who runs these machines every day?

Flatbed Tools offers machine service, preventive maintenance, operator training, and workflow consulting. If something is not cutting right, reach out. We have probably seen it before.