Key Cutter Blade Sharpening Machine (AV-49)

Description

AV-49 Key Cutter Blade Sharpening Machine

The Thorvie AV-49 Key Cutter Blade Sharpening Machine is designed specifically for sharpening the cutter blades used in key duplication machines. Built for precision and ease of use, this professional key cutter blade sharpener helps locksmiths and sharpening businesses restore worn key cutting blades quickly and accurately.

Whether you sharpen cutters in-house or want to offer professional sharpening services, the AV-49 provides a reliable and profitable solution for maintaining key duplicator equipment.

 

Precision Sharpening for Key Duplicator Cutters

The AV-49 sharpening machine is engineered to provide accurate sharpening for a variety of key cutter blades, helping restore cutting performance and extend blade life.

The machine includes:

• Precision stop finger for accurate tooth indexing
• Three different arbor pins for various cutter sizes
• Motor angle gauge for consistent sharpening angles
• Compact tabletop design ideal for smaller workspaces

This setup allows operators to sharpen key cutting blades with consistent, repeatable results.

 

Sharpen Steel & Carbide Key Cutter Blades

The AV-49 comes standard with a 2″ Borazon (CBN) grinding wheel, ideal for sharpening steel key cutter blades.

For shops sharpening carbide key cutters, an optional diamond grinding wheel is available to handle carbide materials safely and efficiently.

This flexibility allows the AV-49 to support a wide range of locksmith and key cutting applications.

 

Compact Design for Locksmith Shops & Small Workspaces

The AV-49 key cutter sharpener has a compact footprint of only 13″ x 15″, making it an excellent choice for:

• Mobile sharpening services
• Small workshops
• Key duplication service providers
• Locksmith businesses
• Hardware stores

Its space-saving design allows businesses to add sharpening capabilities without requiring a large workspace.

 

Profitable Sharpening Business Opportunity

Sharpening key cutter blades can provide an additional revenue stream for locksmiths and sharpening businesses.

Typical sharpening prices may range:

• $9–$27 for steel cutters
• Up to $75 for carbide cutters

By sharpening cutters instead of replacing them, businesses can reduce tooling costs while offering valuable maintenance services to customers.

 

Complete Key Cutter Sharpening Package

The AV-49 comes complete with:

• 2″ Borazon (CBN) grinding wheel
• Training DVD
• Written instructions with diagrams
• Machine light
• Customer support

Thorvie designed the AV-49 to be straightforward to learn while delivering professional sharpening results.