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Rebar Cutter™ Precision Steel and Cable Cutting Charge
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Rebar Cutter™ Precision Steel and Cable Cutting Charge
Rebar Cutter™ (RBC) is a small, precision explosive tool for cutting steel bars, cables, and rods in the air or underwater, available in three sizes that cover targets from 5mm to 50 mm in diameter. Each charge clips onto the target with integral jaws and barbs using one hand, with no tools or tape required, making it practical in confined, inaccessible, and tactical locations. For targets beyond 50mm, multiple RBCs configure in radial arrays. Applications: Demolition and structural work: reinforced concrete bars, window bars, metal grilles, and railings | Cable cutting: tangled steel cables for lifting or transport, and multi-core armoured electrical and data cables | Maritime EOD: releasing tethered sea mines and severing mooring and anchor chains | Tactical access: metal bars and grilles in confined or inaccessible positions, single-handed. For cutting steel plate and structural sections, see Dioplex™. Covered in our Demolitions & Sabotage training.
Three sizes, one system. 15mm (cuts 5–15mm targets, NEQ 18g PE), 32mm (10–32mm, NEQ 70g PE), 50mm (20–50mm, NEQ 175g PE)
One-handed attachment via integral jaws and barbs: push onto the target, no tools, no secondary fixings
Underwater-rated. A watertight enclosure in the stand-off space allows the cutting jet to form underwater as effectively as in air
Radially configurable for targets beyond 50mm diameter (see Deployment section for array guidance)
Plastic body disintegrates on firing, minimising fragment projection
NSNs: 15mm — 1375-99-463-9371 | 32mm — 1375-99-538-7917 | 50mm — 1375-99-391-7033
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Deployment to Target
Rebar Cutters™ can be used individually or in multiples. They can be attached to the target quickly and easily using one hand, making them ideal for use in inaccessible places or a tactical environment.
Each charge has a pair of jaws on both ends with a set of integral barbs, ensuring that it stays in place when the charge is pushed onto the target. Larger modules can be further secured using wire.
Each RBC is lightweight and can be easily carried in a pocket or a pouch, allowing operators to carry multiple charges during tasks.
You can also use RBC for various underwater applications. A watertight enclosure in the stand-off space between the copper charge liner and the target enables the cutting jet to form underwater as easily as in the air.
Safety
Each Rebar Cutter is constructed from plastic, which disintegrates upon firing, minimising the danger of projected fragments.
Specifications
| Charge size | 15mm | 32mm | 50mm |
| Dimensions | 140 x 28 x 28 mm | 180 x 52 x 46 mm | 233 x 58 x 64 mm |
| Weight when empty | 0.04kg | 0.07kg | 0.18kg |
| Weight when filled | 0.058kg | 0.14kg | 0.35kg |
| NEQ | 18g plastic explosive (PE) | 70g plastic explosive (PE) | 175g plastic explosive (PE) |
| NSN | 1375-99-463-9371 | 1375-99-538-7917 | 1375-99-391-7033 |
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