ALFA INTERNATIONAL

Alfa International 012 KN #12 Hub Carbon Steel L&W Chopper Knife for Meat Grinders

$21.02 ~~Sale price$22.20you save $1.18~~

Key Features:

L&W German-Made Quality: Manufactured by L&W, the industry's leading supplier of chopper plates and knives, ensuring consistent precision and reliability in commercial foodservice applications.
Drop-Forged Carbon Steel Construction: Made from premium drop-forged carbon steel that is hardened for exceptional durability and long service life under heavy-duty grinding demands.
Standard Edge for Efficient Shearing: Four-blade cross design with a standard cutting edge delivers clean, efficient meat shearing through grinding plates for consistent output.
#12 Hub Compatibility: Square-drive #12 hub fits a wide range of common commercial meat grinders, making it a versatile drop-in replacement for most operations.
One-Piece Construction: Solid single-piece design simplifies cleaning and sanitation while eliminating weak joints, functioning as a straightforward disposable replacement part.
Direct Replacement for Major Brands: Compatible with Hobart (replaces E 290339), Globe, Biro, Butcher-Boy, Thunderbird, General Slicing, Berkel, Torrey, and more, reducing sourcing complexity across mixed equipment fleets.

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Alfa International 012 KN #12 Hub Carbon Steel L&W Chopper Knife for Meat Grinders

$21.02~~$22.20~~

Detailed Description

The Alfa International 012 KN is a premium carbon steel chopper knife engineered for #12 hub commercial meat grinders. Manufactured in Germany by L&W, the industry's leading supplier of chopper plates and knives, this drop-forged steel knife is hardened for exceptional durability and long service life. Its solid one-piece construction simplifies cleaning and streamlines maintenance, making it a dependable disposable replacement part for high-volume foodservice operations. Designed to serve as a direct replacement for the Hobart E 290339, it is also compatible with Globe, Biro, Butcher-Boy, Thunderbird, General Slicing, Berkel, Torrey, and most other major commercial grinder brands.

Product Details

Drop-Forged Carbon Steel

German-manufactured L&W forged carbon steel hardened for long-lasting durability in demanding commercial use.

Made in Germany Quality

Produced by L&W, the #1 supplier of chopper plates and knives, to strict professional-grade standards.

Wide Brand Compatibility

Direct replacement for Hobart, Globe, Biro, Butcher-Boy, Thunderbird, Berkel, Torrey, and more.

Alfa International 012 KN four-blade carbon steel chopper knife for #12 meat grinders, front view on white background

Built for Precision Shearing

The 012 KN features a standard-edge, four-blade design engineered to deliver consistent, efficient shearing performance in commercial meat grinding applications.

Standard edge blade geometry for efficient meat shearing
One-piece construction for easy cleaning and sanitation
Solid, disposable design simplifies maintenance
Fits #12 hub grinders commonly found in commercial kitchens

Alfa International 012 KN chopper knife shown from front and back, displaying #12 hub marking and L&W Germany branding

Front and Back: Engineered to Last

Both faces of the 012 KN reflect the precision of German drop-forging. The raised #12 hub marking and L&W branding confirm authentic sourcing and the correct fit for your grinder.

Embossed #12 hub size identification on both sides
Forged steel body hardened for added wear resistance
Replaces Hobart E 290339 and comparable OEM parts

Key Specifications

MaterialDrop-forged carbon steel

Country of OriginGermany (L&W)

Hub Size#12 standard hub

Edge TypeStandard edge

Compatible With These Brands

A direct replacement that fits most major commercial grinder brands:

Hobart Globe Biro Butcher-Boy Thunderbird General Slicing Berkel Torrey

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Why You'll Love It

The Alfa International 012 KN is the reliable, professional-grade chopper knife for any commercial kitchen running a #12 hub meat grinder.

Ideal for butcher shops, delis, and high-volume foodservice operations needing a dependable replacement knife.
Drop-forged L&W carbon steel construction sets it apart from lower-quality alternatives, ensuring consistent cutting performance.
One-piece design makes cleaning quick and straightforward, and the disposable format keeps maintenance costs low.

Specifications

Brand	Alfa International
Model / SKU	012 KN
UPC	841185005837
Item Type	Chopper / Grinder Knife
Hub Size	#12
Edge Type	Standard Edge
Material	Drop-Forged Carbon Steel
Construction	One-Piece
Manufacturer	L&W
Country of Origin	Germany
Direct Replacement For	Hobart E 290339
Compatible Brands	Hobart, Globe, Biro, Butcher-Boy, Thunderbird, General Slicing, Berkel, Unives, Torrey
Dimensions (L x W x H)	2.50" x 2.50" x 0.50"
Weight	0.05 lbs
Quantity per Set	1