The compact Sammic vegetable slicers from the ACTIVE (fixed speed) and ULTRA (variable speed, "brushless motor") series offer professional cutting with over 35 different types of cuts - from slicing and dicing to julienne, grating and the exclusive Déli-cut. In this guide, we will help you choose the right discs and grates compatible with the CA-2V, CA-21 models, as well as the combined CK-241, CK-24V.

If you are not yet familiar with the advantages of the compact Sammic line, we recommend starting with our article: Sammic - Commercial vegetable preparation machines – compact power and professional performance.

There you will find the specifications of all food and vegetable processing machines offered by Sammic, a comparison between the ACTIVE and ULTRA versions, as well as guidelines for choosing between the Copact and Heavy-Duty lines, according to the type of kitchen and workload.

What is the Sammic “Cutting Guide”?

The guide is designed to help you choose the right combination of discs and grids for different types of cutting - from classic slicing to special decorative cuts.

Who is this guide for?

This guide is designed specifically for users of Sammic compact vegetable cutters - professional machines designed for kitchens with limited space, but high demands on efficiency, precision and flexibility. These models are the preferred choice in restaurants, catering establishments, fast food establishments and kitchens with moderate loads, where an optimal balance between productivity and compactness is sought.

It covers machines from the Sammic Compact line, models: CA-2V, CA-21, as well as the combined food processors CK-241 and CK-24V, which combine a vegetable cutter and a slicer in one body.

Types of cutting and corresponding accessories

1. Cutting into pieces (Slicing) –  FCS discs

• Discs: FCS series
• Thickness: from 1 to 12 mm
• Applications: potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, zucchini, apples, mushrooms, lemons, leeks, etc.
• Tip: for soft fruits and vegetables, use a thicker thickness (6–10 mm) to preserve the structure and avoid crushing.

Zucchini slices of varying thickness, cut with FCS discs.

2. Dicing - FCS-G discs + FMS grids

• Combination: FCS-G discs → for longitudinal cutting + FMS grids → for cross cutting and dicing Dimensions: from 8×8 to 12 x 12 mm
• Applications: potatoes, carrots, zucchini, apples, beets, cucumbers, hard fruits and vegetables
• Tip: for more precise cubes, use products with a uniform texture and pre-leveled dimensions.

3. Cutting sticks (French fries) - FCS-G discs + FFS grids

• Combination: FCS-G discs → longitudinal cutting +FFS grids → cross cutting for stick formation
• Sizes: 8×8 mm → FCS-G8 + FFS-8 and 10×10 mm → FCS-G10 + FFS-10
• Applications: potatoes, carrots, zucchini, celery, sweet potatoes
• Tip: for even sticks, use well-washed and leveled products. For a crispier result – dry the sliced ​​potatoes beforehand.

4. Wavy cuts - FCOS disc

5. Strips / Julienne - FCES discs

• Discs: FCES series (e.g. FCES-2+, FCES-4+, FCES-8+)
• Sizes: in the table
• Applications: carrots, zucchini, celery, potatoes, cucumbers, apples, beets
• Tip: for fine strips use firm vegetables with an even shape. For salads and side dishes – 4×4 mm is a universal choice.

6. Grating - SHS discs

• Discs: SHS series (e.g. SHS-2, SHS-3, SHS-4, SHS-5, SHS-6, SHS-7, SHS-F, SHS-G)
• Sizes: in the table
• Applications: yellow cheese, carrots, potatoes, beets, apples, zucchini, bread for breadcrumbs
• Tip: for soft products such as yellow cheese use the fine grater (SHS-F), and for salads - the coarse grater (SHS-G). For uniform results - the products must be well cooled and stable.

7. Déli-cut – special cut

• Combination: FCES-4x4G → special julienne disc + FMS-8 → cross cutting grid
• Size: 4×4×8 mm
• Applications: salads, side dishes, fillings, decorative elements, vegetable mixes
• Tip: Déli-cut is ideal for presentations and light meals. For best results, use firm vegetables with a uniform shape - e.g. carrots, zucchini, celery.

QC-U universal grid cleaner 

A device for efficient cleaning of all grids for all Sammic vegetable processors and combined food processors, both from the Compact and Heavy Duty series. The cleaning agent is included in all mentioned machines.

How to choose the right disc

• Determine the product – hard or soft, wet or dry.
• Choose the desired result – slices, cubes, strips, shredded.
• Check the table in the Cutting Guide for the exact combination.
• Remember safety: always use the Sammic plunger and accessories.
• Bonus tip: Sammic offers a Quick Cleaner kit for easy cleaning of FMC grates, which saves time and extends their life.

What you gain as a Tirol customer

As an official partner of Sammic, Tirol offers a full range of:

• original discs and grates,
• professional food processors (vegetable slicers, cutters, emulsifiers)
• spare parts and service,
• advice on equipment selection.

Our team can help you choose the right combination for your menu, whether it is a restaurant, catering or hotel kitchen.

The Sammic Cutting Guide is not just a catalog of discs and grates — it is a practical tool for every professional chef.
With the right combination, you will get better performance, faster speed and consistency in every dish.

You can see the original guide here:  Sammic Cutting Guide (EN)

And if you need assistance, the Tirol team is available to help you choose the right appliance or accessory for your kitchen.

This guide focuses on the Compact line of Sammic food processors, which offer professional cutting in smaller kitchens. If you are using machines from the Heavy-Duty line – such as models CA - 31 (3V), 41 (4V), 62 or Combi/CK 35V, 38V, 45V, 48V, we recommend that you consult our dedicated guide: Sammic Cutting Guide – Heavy-Duty Line. There you will find complete information on the discs and grids compatible with the high-performance Sammic vegetable processing machine models, as well as advice on choosing according to the load and type of kitchen.

Copyright:

This material contains adapted and translated information from the official Sammic S.L. Cutting Guide. All trademarks, technical specifications and images are the exclusive property of Sammic S.L.
The article is purely informative and aims to facilitate Tirol.bg customers in choosing suitable discs and grates for Sammic products.

• The original guide can be found on the official Sammic website: https://sammic.com/en/cutting-guide#cutting-guide-compact
• YouTube video playlist here.