Sammic CF-5 Hand Chipping Machine

The Sammic CF-5 is a manually operated hand chipper designed for commercial kitchens that need to produce consistent, cleanly cut chips without the footprint or cost of a powered machine. The operator pushes the potato through the blade block using a long-handled lever arm, and the ejector mechanism clears the grid automatically, keeping the blade free and ready for the next portion. It comes supplied as standard with a 10x10mm blade block, which is the most commonly used cut for chips in UK catering.

In practice, the CF-5 suits kitchens where chipping is a regular but not continuous task. The extended lever arm reduces the effort needed per portion, and the spring-return mechanism means less fatigue over a service period. The suction feet keep the unit stable on a worktop without the need for clamping or fixing. The body is constructed from a light stainless alloy — durable enough for daily commercial use and straightforward to clean down between services.

Practical benefits for kitchen teams include:

• Consistent chip shape and size with each pass, reducing portion variation
• Self-ejecting pusher keeps the blade grid clear without manual intervention
• No electrical connection required — no installation lead time
• Suction feet provide stable worktop mounting without permanent fixing
• Stainless steel fittings and smooth surfaces support quick, thorough cleaning

As a manually operated unit, output is dependent on operator speed rather than a fixed mechanical rate. For kitchens producing chips in high continuous volume throughout service, a powered chipping machine would be a more practical choice. The CF-5 is best suited to operations where chipping happens in batches — prep periods rather than continuous on-demand production.

Alternative blade blocks are available as optional accessories, allowing different cut sizes, which is worth considering if your menu requires more than one chip profile. Note that a collecting bowl or pan is not included and will need to be sourced separately.

If you are unsure whether a manual chipper will meet your service demands, or want to discuss blade options and output requirements, the team is happy to talk it through before you order.