The part you need depends on what is worn or damaged. A torn metal surface, worn cutters and a broken plastic clip can require different replacements. The description “replacement head” may cover any of several assemblies, so the contents are essential when choosing a pack.
Identify the component on your shaver, then compare it with the manufacturer’s parts description. This also shows whether any pieces from the existing head must be transferred to the replacement.
Outer foils and cassettes
On a foil shaver, the outer foil is the thin metal surface that rests against the skin, covering the moving cutters. Some models have a separately replaceable foil and inner blades. Others use a cassette that combines cutting elements in one removable assembly.
A listing for an outer foil should explicitly say if it also includes inner cutters. For a cassette, check which cutting and supporting parts are supplied. The term does not guarantee that every surrounding plastic component is included.
Rotary cutting heads and holders
Philips describes a rotary cutting head as a cutter and its matching guard. These pairs sit in a holder, secured by retaining hardware. Replacement cutting heads may therefore be only part of the larger assembly removed from the handle.
If a hinge, holder or retaining piece is broken, look for that component in the replacement’s contents. A pack of cutters and guards can leave the damaged supporting part unchanged.
Keeping the parts that will be reused
Some kits require the existing frame. Panasonic specifically instructs owners to retain the foil frame for certain models. Keep the old assembly until you have read the fitting instructions and identified everything the new pack supplies.
Before ordering, identify which pieces will be replaced and which will be reused. If the description leaves that unclear, ask the seller to confirm the contents and the required transfers. That is especially useful when the photograph shows a larger assembly than the written description names.
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Check replacement references
| Reference guide | What to check |
|---|---|
| Braun 94M Replacement Head: Compatibility Guide | 94M is a complete Braun shaving cassette with the foil and cutting components together. Find your full Series 9 model in the manufacturer information below before comparing replacement offers. |
| Panasonic WES9032P, WES9173P and WES9170P Guide | A combined foil-and-blade set, an outer foil and inner blades are different purchases. Compare the WES9032 family with WES9173P foils and WES9170P blades, retaining the exact regional suffix on each offer. |
| Philips Norelco SH50/52 Replacement Heads: Fit Guide | SH50/52 is a US replacement-pack reference for a Philips Norelco rotary-head family. Confirm the full model code and distinguish the cutting heads from the surrounding holder or hinge. |