--- product_id: 1836819 title: "CARL Heavy Duty Rotary Paper Trimmer - 12238, Black/Silver, 18inch" brand: "carl" price: "1425.72 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1836819-carl-heavy-duty-rotary-paper-trimmer-12238-black-silver-18inch store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # adjustable magnetic paper guide patented locking rail system 36-sheet heavy-duty cut capacity CARL Heavy Duty Rotary Paper Trimmer - 12238, Black/Silver, 18inch **Brand:** carl **Price:** 1425.72 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✂️ Cut like a pro, craft like a visionary. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CARL Heavy Duty Rotary Paper Trimmer - 12238, Black/Silver, 18inch by carl - **How much does it cost?** 1425.72 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1836819-carl-heavy-duty-rotary-paper-trimmer-12238-black-silver-18inch) ## Best For - carl enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted carl brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Lock It Down:** Patented locking rail mechanism ensures your paper stays perfectly aligned—no slips, no errors. - • **Magnetic Mastery:** Adjustable magnetic paper guide keeps your materials steady on a calibrated metal baseboard for ultimate accuracy. - • **Eco-Chic Crafting:** Green-friendly design with included spare cutting mat, straight blade, and perforating blade—craft smarter, not harder. - • **Precision Meets Power:** Cut through up to 36 sheets effortlessly with a premium carbide blade for flawless results every time. - • **All-in-One Convenience:** Built-in storage compartment for spare blades and cutting mats means you’re always ready to create. ## Overview The CARL Heavy Duty Rotary Paper Trimmer 12238 is an 18-inch, professional-grade cutting tool designed for precision and durability. Featuring a patented locking rail system, a premium carbide blade capable of slicing through 36 sheets of standard paper, and an adjustable magnetic paper guide on a calibrated metal baseboard, it ensures flawless cuts every time. With added convenience from a built-in storage compartment and eco-friendly materials, this trimmer is the ultimate choice for demanding creative projects. ## Description Green Machine Heavy Duty 36 Sheet Rotary Paper Trimmer: is green trimmer, cuts cardstock, artist board, plastic sheets and more. Patented locking rail mechanism and the luminous paper holder is made of light harvesting acrylic that makes cutting easy and accurate. The adjustable magnetic paper guide holds materials on a calibrated metal baseboard. Features a storage compartment for extra blades and mats. Spare cutting mat, straight blade, and perforating blade included. Limited Lifetime (excluding blades and cutting mats). ## Features - Heavy-duty 36-sheet rotary trimmer with carbide blade, patented rail system, calibrated metal base board, adjustable magnetic paper guide and storage compartment. - The choice for the most demanding trimming projects. - The patented locking rail mechanism hold paper firmly in place while the Premium carbide blade ensures an accurate cut. - Cuts up to 36 sheets of standard 20-pound paper. - 18- Inch Rotary Paper trimmer. - CARL Model: DC-238N / CUI12238 - Green-friendly paper trimmer - Adjustable magnetic paper guide hold materials on a calibrated sturdy metal base board - Handy storage compartment for extra blades and cutting mats - A spare cutting mat, straight blade and perforating blade are included - Limited lifetime warranty -excluding blade and cutting mat ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0006HV9O8 | | Best Sellers Rank | #26,828 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products) #8 in Rotary Paper Trimmers | | Brand | CARL | | Color | Black/Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,266) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Date First Available | December 12, 2007 | | Item Model Number | 12238 | | Item Weight | 7.46 pounds | | Manufacturer | CARL | | Manufacturer Part Number | 12238 | | Material Type | Steel and Plastic | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 25.25 x 14.25 x 3.5 inches | | Size | 18-Inch | ## Product Details - **Active Surface Area:** 270 square inches - **Brand:** CARL - **Color:** Black/Silver - **Material:** Alloy Steel, Plastic - **Product Dimensions:** 30"D x 8"W x 6"H ## Images ![CARL Heavy Duty Rotary Paper Trimmer - 12238, Black/Silver, 18inch - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81+y8Vile1L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How small are the ruler lines on the board itself? I need to cut certain measures off edge of page, for ex: .75 inch off edge, then 3.25 inch, etc** A: I solve the problem of perfect measurements by making a template out of heavy card board or heavy cardstock or even the 1/8" craft chipboard materials. I found this the most helpful way to be exact when I need to be. I can also label the template with what sizes it is and save it for future lay outs. Now you can adjust the sliding magnetic bar right up to the template edge. (My Carl 210 happens to be slightly skewed and not perfectly aligned down it's grid marks. So this has resolved that problem too. I then slip the template out and can cut my paper exactly what I want. I had a problem with the magnetic bar slipping over time so I now place a heavy magnetic 25# round magnet knob or two on the outside edge which stopped this slippage completely. My only problems now is when my spouse comes along and pulls out the set up for his own work and never bothers to return it. I can live with that or have for 16 years as he loves my cutter and ignores his 15" other brand rotary trimmer I bought over 20 years ago before ever learning about Carl. He wanted one and I bought it for his BD and for years he did use it. BUT along came the Carl and almost instantly we were both hooked. The original one we have does not have the yellow guide cutter just a clear plastic one. I can see how the yellow might be helpful for seeing an edge much clearer along the outside edge if you are especially trying to trim just a hair off of an edge to even it up or similar. (On rare occasions my printer prints a photo card that is folded in half slightly off center making the back show and easiest thing is to just trim that off using the Carl.) About getting exact measurements I also used two thin very accurate drawing rulers on each end to align the magnetic bar up to an exact spot so blade would cut just where I need it to. And I often do that still when setting up a new template piece. Or remaking one. But I seem to have enough templates made to cover almost all my projects on a daily basis so I can set it up in an instant and like I said the magnetic knobs sold on Amazon work perfectly to hold the bar from slipping. I used a sewing machine magnetic rectangle bar but it did not work as well as the stronger magnets did. **Q: Is thus trimmer really precise? I've been through soo many & they are always off just a touch! I'm a cardmaker & I need precision!** A: Precision means 1- straight line, 2- correct angle, 3- correct size/measurement. When you have a large number of paper, the arm curves, if your hands apply a little force on any direction, then also a curve in the cut happens. 2- The way you pick up and move the trimmer, affects its cutting angle, the upper and lower guides seem to move slightly away from perfection when a force applied, their angle gets changed, so I cannot rely on it right angle unless I move it again and test, also the magnetic cutting guide arm is also not tight to keep it straight all the time, and nor it stops paper from passing from under it. 3- The square boxes drawn are using both thick and thin lines. When you are cutting at inch level which is one, two, three inch and so on, the lines are thick, so the exact placement of paper is difficult for the correct measurement. And after separate cuts when you bring all the papers together, you will find none of them got cut correctly. These problems are avoidable after some training and experience and a trained eye. **Q: Can this cutter cut one sheet of 100# card stock smoothly as well as many sheets or would I need a different cutter for the single sheets?** A: I use this to cut 100# card stock almost every day. I usually cut 4-5 sheets at a time, but it takes at least three passes. The most I can cut with a single pass is 2 sheets of 100# card stock. **Q: Is the black bar in the middle removable?** A: The magnetic paper gauge is adjustable but cannot be removed. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ FAST - ACCURATE - SAFE - DURABLE *by on Reviewed in the United States September 7, 2024* I wish I got it on the first day it came out. It is such a time-saver and compared to cutting hundreds of card stock by hand, it is VERY SAFE TO USE. I was so impressed with it that I made a quick video. So here is what I found after doing a couple graphic design projects ‘in house’,, meaning I printed the job on my laser and then cut them myself. No printer was used for any services. We did this to save time and money on a small project.SIZE OF PRODUCT: There are four sizes: 12”, 15”, 18”, and 25”. I purchased the15”. The descriptions may not have the sizes correct so I used a ruler for you to get a pretty good idea of the 15” size. To me, it’s perfect. Any bigger and I might find it too bulky to store anywhere.CUTTING CARD STOCK: So, I had a small project to print 100 sheets that I then had to cut into equal thirds. I used Hammermill 80 lb card stock. What I found was that this little cutter can easily cut card stock. You can either push hard to cut through multiple sheets or do what I found was very helpful and easy. I move the cutter up and down several times till all the paper is cut. Just make sure none of them move into the cutting line/area. In my video, I cut about 6 or 7 sheets of that 80 lbs card stock but when I did my first 100 sheet project, I put about 10 sheets in at a time.CUT QUALITY: The cut is very clean and very straight. One of the reasons is because the gold/yellow piece gets pressed down onto the paper and very firmly holds the paper down while you are cutting. You literally do not have to touch the paper once you’ve locked the cutter in place. Since the paper doesn’t move, your cuts are clean and straight. Also, this baby allows you to change the blade. So, every time you change the blade, it’s like a new cutter. It also comes with one extra regular blade and at least one other specialty blade.SAFEY: If you have EVER used an exact knife/blade on multiple cuts, you know it’s not so safe. Over the years, I’ve cut my fingers and thumb while holding my straight edge firm on whatever I’m cutting. It was so nice to cut 100 sheets of paper and my fingers were completely safe! 👍 -and thumb!COMPARE TO GUILLOTINE TYPE: If you are on the fence and thinking about the guillotine type, read the reviews to some of those. The guillotine pushes the paper down so you get a sort of fan cut while cutting multiple sheets. Also, many of those do not allow you to replace the blade. I read one review on a guillotine type that lasts maybe 6 months but there was no blade replacement s it was no longer usable. That is what sold me on this one. The fact it holds the paper down securely was an awesome surprise.TIPS: Don’t try to cut through all the sheets at one time but glide up and down, especially for card stock. Keep moving the cut pieces out of the way. Create a guide to your cuts on a blank sheet if you are cutting a printed design/layout. For example, you want to cut 10 sheets of regular or card stock in half and it has to be pretty accurate. Instead of marking on one of your printouts, get a blank sheet of that same paper and mark where you want the cut. Place it on top of the sheets and use it as a guide. In my case, I had a project with 100 sheets that had the design I did printed via my laser printer. I needed all those 100 sheets cut in thirds because I laid out 3-up on a page. I took about 10 blank sheets and printed guide marks. I took about 10 or so sheets at a time and placed the blank/marked sheet on top and used it to help get very accurate cuts.This cutter took me seconds to figure out and saves a ton of time in cutting. I delivered the job to my client and he was so happy. We saved a ton of money and it actually saved me time because I didn’t need to run to the printer to drop off or pick up the. Job. For smaller projects, this is perfect. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have for cutting paper of any thickness. *by on Reviewed in the United States March 25, 2026* I bought this, thinking it would pay for itself after a few projects. It’s 10 YEARS now and going strong. Using it all the time. Has cut through cardstock, chipboard, and other tough material. A go-to item in my studio. Paid for itself multiple times over. Indispensable, highly reliable, easy to use. One of the best art items I’ve ever bought. I may eventually move up to the 25 inch size, for large watercolor and print cuts, but this is fine for now. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality construction and good trimmer *by on Reviewed in the United States February 16, 2017* I waited a few months to write a review. I have tried several cutters that I liked at first then found as I used them they lost favor with me. I wanted something to cut straight and leave clean lines. I was a bit worried that some of the reviews said it wouldn't do cut even after awhile. I found that true. HOWEVER, I had used it lots and realized with the volume of cutting, it might need a new blade. I replaced the blade and was good to go again. Since I work with paper in 4-5 hours per shift 4-6 days a week, I find that a blade lasts about 5 weeks. When the paper starts to get uneven cuts, I know it is time to change the blade. I am very happy with this purchase. It cuts thick, ultra thin and all the in-between thickness leaving that sharp clean cut I want. I have had a couple of trimmers equal in price that just seemed to wear out (one with a never replace blade, don't believe that tale, the one I had was tearing paper rather than cutting in two months). For the money, for the results, this has been my best results. The loading is sort of awkward at first (it has a lockdown step), but once I got used to it, it is great and I like it because once locked the paper does not move. Multi thick layers can slip (again especially if the blade is older), but it still cuts clean and with help the slip can be avoided. I would say it does not do sliver trim (like thread width) well, but I have never found a trimmer that does that well. Even with that I can say when I need to straighten a line cut it is the only one I have found that gives a cut that doesn't show a partial trim most of the time. I read some reviews on photo cutting, which isn't something I do. I have cut glossy photo paper and it did fine for me. In my experience cutting a lot of glitter paper seems to cause the blade to wear down faster (a lot to me is 75-100 cuts). I would buy this again, and have a stock of blades so I expect to use it for a long time. The cutting runner is usable 4 different ways, I turn that each time I change blades, just because I think it is good form to do so. Fresh blade, fresh runway seems like a good idea. I also like that the overall weight is not flimsy, yet not so heavy it takes everything to move it. It appears to be constructed well, I see no indication after months of use of any give or separation of parts anywhere. ## Frequently Bought Together - Carl Manufacturing 12238 Hvy-Duty Paper Trimmer 18-Inch 36 Sht Cap. 14-Inch x18-1/4-Inch x3/4-Inch GY - CARL K-28/2 Replacement Straight Blade for The DC-210/220/238/2501, Gray - CARL RM-18/2 21-Inch Cutting Mat for all 18-Inch Trimmers,Gray --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1836819-carl-heavy-duty-rotary-paper-trimmer-12238-black-silver-18inch](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1836819-carl-heavy-duty-rotary-paper-trimmer-12238-black-silver-18inch) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-15*