--- product_id: 47168423 title: "Zega Hot Knife - 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife Styrofoam Heat Cutter" brand: "zega" price: "VT19178" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/47168423-zega-hot-knife-150-watt-heavy-duty-hot-knife-styrofoam store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 5.5-inch precision blade 975°F rapid heat-up Adjustable depth sled Zega Hot Knife - 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife Styrofoam Heat Cutter **Brand:** zega **Price:** VT19178 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Cut fast, cut smart — the Zega Hot Knife means business! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Zega Hot Knife - 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife Styrofoam Heat Cutter by zega - **How much does it cost?** VT19178 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/47168423-zega-hot-knife-150-watt-heavy-duty-hot-knife-styrofoam) ## Best For - zega enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted zega brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Safety-First Design:** Push-button activation with auto-off feature ensures worry-free operation during intense work sessions. - • **Dual-Edge Flexibility:** Switch between line/groove cutting and flat-edge shaping for candles, crafts, and foam with unmatched ease. - • **Swift Precision Cutting:** Cuts through foam and plastics at blazing 975°F for clean, professional results every time. - • **Consistent Depth Control:** Adjustable sled guarantees repeatable, accurate cuts—perfect for projects demanding precision and speed. - • **Versatile Material Mastery:** Effortlessly slices foam, EIFS, nylon rope, synthetic fabrics, and more—your all-in-one crafting powerhouse. ## Overview The Zega 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife features a 5.5-inch stainless steel blade that heats up to 975°F, delivering fast, clean cuts across foam, plastics, and synthetic materials. Its adjustable depth sled ensures precision and repeatability, while safety features like push-button activation and auto-off provide peace of mind. Designed for professionals and DIYers seeking efficiency and versatility in heavy-duty cutting tasks. ## Description The Zega 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife is a formidable tool designed for precise and efficient cutting of foam and plastic materials. Featuring a 5-1/2 inch blade that rapidly heats up to 975°F, it ensures swift and clean cuts with ease. Its versatility extends to various materials including foam, EIFS, ICF, nylon rope, webbing, synthetic fabric, and plastic, making it a valuable asset for craftsmen and DIY enthusiasts alike. Equipped with a depth adjusting sled, it enables consistent and accurate cuts, whether for repeat tasks or long cuts at specific depths. While excelling in fast and precise cutting, it's worth noting that this hot knife is not intended for intricate detailing. Its user-friendly design incorporates a push-button activation and auto-off feature for added safety, ensuring peace of mind during operation. With a dual-use cutting blade catering to both line and groove cutting, as well as a flat edge for shaping candles, foam, and other craft materials, this hot knife delivers versatility and efficiency, heating through quickly to provide consistent precision cuts every time. ## Features - Not intended for intricate detailing, excelling instead in fast and precise cutting. - Features a 5-1/2 inch blade that rapidly heats up to 975°F, ensuring swift and clean cuts with ease. - Versatility extends to various materials including foam, EIFS, ICF, nylon rope, webbing, synthetic fabric, and plastic. - Equipped with a depth adjusting sled for consistent and accurate cuts, whether for repeat tasks or long cuts at specific depths. - User-friendly design incorporates push-button activation and auto-off feature for added safety during operation. - Dual-use cutting blade caters to both line and groove cutting, as well as a flat edge for shaping candles, foam, and other craft materials. - Provides versatility and efficiency, heating through quickly to provide consistent precision cuts every time. - The Zega 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife is designed for precise and efficient cutting of foam and plastic materials. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Material | Stainless Steel | | Brand | Zega | | Color | Stainless Steel | | Item Length | 5.5 Inches | | Handle Material | Plastic | | Blade Material | Stainless Steel | | Style | Craft Knife | | Manufacturer | Zega Crafts | | UPC | 855170001148 | | Part Number | 288R | | Item Weight | 1.7 pounds | | Item model number | 288R | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | ## Product Details - **Material:** Stainless Steel - **Brand:** Zega - **Color:** Stainless Steel - **Item Length:** 5.5 Inches - **Handle Material:** Plastic - **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel - **Style:** Craft Knife - **Manufacturer:** Zega Crafts - **UPC:** 855170001148 ## Images ![Zega Hot Knife - 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife Styrofoam Heat Cutter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pGM6W+WcL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What power outside of the 150 watts, does it have ?.... The volts ?..... the Amps ?** A: The device is build for 120 volt grounded outlets. Power: 120V, 60 Hz, 150 watts. No word on the amp usage **Q: Will this cut wine corks?** A: yes but too slowly. Other methods would be way more effective and way faster . i would not bother **Q: Will this cut thru a pastic storage bowl? Doesnt have to be a pretty cut.** A: Yes, I expect it would cut/melt through a plastic bowl. I used it to cut a part off a circuit board. **Q: How can you remove sticky residue left on the blade when cutting two pieces glued together using Elmer's glue?** A: Should come off when knife has completely cooled. Don’t touch hot blade! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Heavy duty design, so far quite reliable. Maybe not so well suited for fine, precision craft sculpting. *by T***N on July 4, 2018* I purchased this hot knife to assist me in breaking down many large styrofoam shipping cooling retention containers that were used to ship (cross country) perishables (frozen / cold) food items to us. No careful cutting required, no craft precision cutting, just heavy duty rough cutting the styrofoam containers into smaller pieces that would fit into our trash can and that would not jam in our trash can preventing the can from being easily emptied into the trash hauler's truck. Also, no styrofoam mess from sawing up the containers as I was doing (trying to do) previously.Note: Our curbside recyclers do not accept this styrofoam making disposal necessary (or moving us out of our house as the styrofoam containers take over). Our local food shelf has expressed no more interest in these containers -- we contacted them multiple times.Recommendations:It should be used in a well ventilated area (lots of strong odors generated). It gets extremely hot so great care should be taken to not touch its hot parts. Keep children and pets at a safe distance (toxic odors and hot parts).This hot knife worked perfectly. I can find nothing bad to say about it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does the job *by D***R on May 18, 2025* I only paid $30 in 2018 to cut the foam in pelican cases. doesn’t really work great for that. It’s more designed for slicing. I used it today. Seven years later to cut some tarp it worked OK for that.I’m not really sure what people expect in this price range.. it’s not rdesigned for plunging or cutting with the tip.. also it has a lot to do with the user. If you slice and wash your material, it comes out acceptable better than using a razor knife. at least the tarps won’t fry. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works well, takes a little while to heat up *by G***R on July 10, 2024* This one seems to take a little longer than another I had before, but when it heats up it works well. ## Frequently Bought Together - Zega Hot Knife - 150 Watt Heavy Duty Hot Knife Styrofoam Heat Cutter - Electric Knife Hot Melting Cutter Cloth Ribbon Electric heating knife Foam cutting PVC Rope Nylon Rope Cutting (30cm bendable blade) - ROMECH Foam Cutter Pro Electric Hot Knife, 200W Styrofoam Cutting Tool Kit- with Heavy-duty Case Blades & Accessories RM-005 (200W) --- ## 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.vu/products/47168423-zega-hot-knife-150-watt-heavy-duty-hot-knife-styrofoam](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/47168423-zega-hot-knife-150-watt-heavy-duty-hot-knife-styrofoam) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*