“X-Cutter™” - Low-Cost, No-Fragment Explosive Access Tool

The X-Cutter is an EOD tool that can be fabricated and tailored onsite utilizing low cost materials for gaining entry into a variety of suspect metal containers. Current design allows for the creation of a 4 inch or 6 inch hole while producing minimal fragmentation and minimized risk of initiating the IED. The X-Cutter™ can be assembled with the following: Setup guide printed on a flexible engraved magnetic sheet* Magnetic sheet tamper discs* Blasting Cap Detonator Holder* Ordinance tape Detasheet cutting guide or tool* Detasheet explosives Cutting Plate Squares* Since bomb squad technicians are regularly equipped with many of the items that are required to assemble an X-Cutter™, including the heavily regulated explosive charges, a relatively simple kit (*consisting of these items) can be assembled, sold, and shipped to EOD units without concern for Hazmat / Explosive shipping regulations. NSWC EOD Technology Division seeks firms interested in commercializing the technology for EOD bomb squad technicians. Additionally, the lab will consider partnering to jointly enhance the solution for mutual benefit. Product is covered by US Patents 6,817,297, 6,865,990 & 6,966,263. More information is available upon request. NSWC EOD Technology Division is conducting further developments associated with X-Cutter™ and EOD technologies which could be licensed and added to the proposed kit to improve a product offering.