Vecoplan VAZ Knives and Wear Parts (EU Supply Guide)

If you operate a Vecoplan VAZ single-shaft shredder, cutting tools and wear parts play a decisive role in throughput, cut quality, and operating cost. The most frequently replaced components include rotor knives, concave cutters, octagonal knives, counter knives, knife holders, and screens, depending on rotor type and processed material.

 

Knife Systems Used in Vecoplan VAZ Shredders

Vecoplan VAZ shredders use modular cutting systems with replaceable knives mounted on V-rotor, W-rotor, and U-rotor configurations. Common knife formats include:

• Concave knives (40×40×20 mm)
• Octagonal knives (40×40×20 mm / 60×60 mm / 80×80 mm)
• Extreme cutters and TC-reinforced knives
• Rotor knife blocks (M10 / M12 / M24 mounting)
• Counter knives, stator knives, and clamping elements

Knife selection depends on material abrasiveness, throughput targets, rotor torque profile, and wear behavior.

 

Common Vecoplan VAZ Wear parts from Eurotools E-shop

Concave / Octagonal Knives (40×40×20 mm)

• Item 101 — Octagonal / concave knife 40×40×20 mm M12, R30 (Vecoplan compatible)
• Item 6962 — Concave knife 40×40×20 mm Vecoplan M12
• Item 6962.01 — Concave knife 40×40×20 mm Vecoplan M10
• Item 18663 — Concave cutter 40×40×20 mm reinforced core

 

Heavy-Duty / Extreme Knives (80×80×45 mm)

• Item 18988 — Extreme concave cutter 80×80×45 mm Vecoplan M24 CE
• Item 8429 — Extreme concave cutter 80×80×45 mm Vecoplan OEM
• Item 6866 — Octagonal flat knife 80×80×45 mm Vecoplan
• Item 6979 — Concave cutter 80×80×45 mm Vecoplan OEM

 

TC / Tungsten Carbide Reinforced Knives

• Item 8429.01 — Extreme concave cutter 80×80×45 mm with TC overlay
• Full TC variants (YG11C) for high-abrasive applications

TC knives reduce edge rounding, material slip, torque spikes, and premature rotor wear, extending service intervals.

 

Knife Holders

• Item 9637 — Knife holder for 60×60 octagonal knives (Vecoplan)

 

Counterknives

• Item 9598 — Counterknife set 1285 mm (5 pcs)
• Item 18071 — Counterknife 380.8×125×25 mm (VAZ 2000 / 2500)

 

Screens

• Item 9636 / 9637 / 18025 — Screen 1060×355×6 mm (Ø10 / Ø16 / Ø25)

Screens control final particle size, fines ratio, throughput stability, and energy consumption.

 

Product Overview (Live Listing): Vecoplan VAZ Compatible Spare Parts

Below is a live overview of Vecoplan VAZ-compatible knives and wear parts currently listed in the Eurotools e-shop, including rotor knives, concave cutters, octagonal knives, counter knives, stator knives, crowns, and TC-reinforced variants.

👉 View live Vecoplan VAZ spare parts listing

Note: Stock levels and lead times may change. Item availability shown reflects the catalogue status at the time of publication.

 

How to Select the Right Vecoplan VAZ Knife Configuration

1.)Choose standard steel knives for:

• Clean plastics
• Wood chips
• Light waste

 

Choose TC-reinforced / extreme knives for:

• RDF
• Rubber
• Mixed waste
• Abrasive contaminated feedstock

 

2.) Match Knife Type to Rotor Design

Vecoplan VAZ supports V-rotor / W-rotor / U-rotor setups.

• Knife geometry should match cutting torque profile and feed behavior to avoid these aspects:
• Material slipping
• Torque spikes
• Rotor imbalance

 

3.) Inspect Counter Knives and Holders Together

Worn counter knives or holders cause poor cut quality, dust increase, higher power load, and faster knife wear. A balanced wear set improves cut stability and service life.

 

How to Request Correct Vecoplan Spare Parts

To ensure correct spare part identification, please provide:

• Machine model and configuration
• OEM reference numbers (if available)
• Wear part dimensions and mounting design
• Processed material type
• Required quantities
• Photos or technical drawings (recommended)

Accurate technical data helps prevent installation errors and ensures optimal shredding performance.

 

NEED REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR VECOPLAN VAZ?

If you are planning maintenance or facing unplanned downtime, send us your machine details and photos of the wear parts. We will help you identify the correct VECOPLAN-VAZ -compatible components and provide availability information.
 

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