kutteprøver

Kutteprøver are a set of testing procedures used to evaluate how materials behave under cutting actions. The term is used in Norwegian-speaking contexts to describe experiments in which a sample is subjected to cutting by blades or edge tools to observe aspects such as edge integrity, fracture, and wear under shear and incision.

Applications span multiple industries. In textiles and leather, kutteprøver assess resistance to cutting and raveling; in paper, wood, and plastics, they examine surface finish and tear behavior; in metal and composites they help understand chip formation and tool wear during machining or processing.

Typical procedure includes preparing specimens of defined dimensions, selecting a cutting instrument with standardized geometry, and controlling parameters such as cutting speed, applied force, and number of passes. Measurements may include the peak cutting force, energy to complete the cut, blade deflection, and qualitative observations of the cut surfaces.

Standards and interpretation: Cutting-resistance testing is governed by various standards. In protective equipment, EN 388 and ISO 13997 cover glove and system-level cut resistance. Kutteprøver data are used for product development, supplier quality control, and safety assessments.

Etymology and usage: The word combines kutte (to cut) and prøver (tests). See also: cut resistance, blade testing, material testing.