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    Bolt Cutters

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    Style A

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    Style B

    Style C

    Cut medium steel chain and hard steel bolts, rods, screws, rivets, nails, bars, wire, and rebar. All cutters have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges. For more leverage, choose a cutter with a longer handle. Not for use on wire rope.
    Aluminum Handle—Cutters with aluminum handles are 30% lighter than steel-handled cutters, so they’re more comfortable for repeated cuts.
    Telescoping Handles—Cutters with telescoping handles let you adjust to longer lengths for more leverage, or to shorter lengths for easy transport.
    Bolt Cutters
    Replacement
    Cutting Heads
    For Max. Dia.
    Style
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Rebar
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Features
    Each
    Each
    A3/16"1/8"1/8"12"SteelAluminum
    PlasticManual0000000000000000000000000000
    A1/4"3/16"3/16"14"SteelAluminum
    PlasticManual00000000000000000000000000
    A5/16"1/4"1/4"18"SteelAluminum
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    B5/16"5/16"3/16"3/16"14"SteelSteelRubber
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    B3/8"3/8"1/4"1/4"18"SteelSteelRubber
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    B7/16"7/16"5/16"5/16"24"SteelSteelRubber
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    B1/2"1/2"3/8"3/8"30"SteelSteelRubber
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    B9/16"9/16"7/16"7/16"36"SteelSteelRubber
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    B11/16"11/16"1/2"42"SteelSteelRubber
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    C5/16"3/16"3/16"14"SteelSteelPlasticManualTelescoping Handles00000000000000000000000000
    C7/16"5/16"5/16"24"SteelSteelPlasticManualTelescoping Handles000000000000000000000000000

    Bolt, Hard Chain, and Padlock Cutters

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    Cut through hard metal bolts, chain, and padlocks with these cutters. All cutters have adjustment screws to align cutting edges. For more leverage, choose a cutter with a longer handle. Not for use on wire rope.
    Bolt Cutters
    Replacement
    Cutting Heads
    For Max. Dia.
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Rebar
    Hard
    Chain
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    Each
    5/16"3/16"3/16"1/4"3/16"14"SteelSteelRubber
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    7/16"5/16"5/16"5/16"5/16"24"SteelSteelRubber
    Manual0000000000000000000000000
    7/16"5/16"5/16"3/8"5/16"30"SteelSteelRubber
    Manual00000000000000———0
    5/8"7/16"7/16"7/16"7/16"36"SteelSteelRubber
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    3/4"1/2"1/2"1/2"1/2"42"SteelSteelRubber
    Manual0000000000000000000000000

    Compact Bolt Cutters

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    Smooth Jaw

    Serrated Jaw

    Make one-handed cuts with these small cutters. Because they’re shorter than standard bolt cutters, they’re best for cutting thin bolts and wire. For more leverage, choose longer cutters. Not for use on wire rope.
    All have jaws that are riveted onto the handles except cutters with aluminum handles. Riveted jaws are not replaceable.
    Serrated Jaw—Serrated jaws grip the material you’re cutting to prevent slipping.
    Stainless Steel Jaw—Cutters with stainless steel jaws and handles resist corrosion in wet and damp areas.
    Aluminum Handle—Cutters with aluminum handles are 30% lighter than steel-handled cutters, so they’re more comfortable for repeated cuts. Their cutting head is replaceable, and they have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges.
    Spring-Assisted Open—Spring-assisted cutters open automatically when you release the handles to help you make quick cuts.
    Bolt Cutters
    Replacement
    Cutting Heads
    For Max. Dia.
    Jaw
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Overall
    Lg.
    Style
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening Style
    Each
    Each
    3/16"1/16"8"SmoothStainless Steel
    Stainless Steel
    PlasticSpring Assisted0000000000000———0
    3/16"1/16"8"SmoothSteelSteelPlasticSpring Assisted000000000000———0
    3/16"3/16"7/64"10"SmoothSteelAluminum
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    13/64"11/64"1/8"6 1/4"SerratedSteelSteelPlasticManual0000000000000———0
    1/4"13/64"9/64"8"SerratedSteelSteelPlasticManual000000000000———0

    Compact Bolt Cutters with Offset Handles

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    An angled cutting head keeps handles up and out of the way for trimming bolts, chain, and wire against flat surfaces. Smaller than standard bolt cutters, these cutters can be used one-handed in tight spaces. They can also fit into tool pouches. However, they provide less leverage than larger cutters, so they’re best for slicing through thin bolts and wire. The jaws are riveted onto the handles and are not replaceable. Not for use on wire rope.
    For Max. Dia.
    Jaw
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Overall
    Lg.
    Head Offset
    Angle
    Style
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    1/4"3/16"1/8"7 3/4"20°SmoothSteelSteelPlasticManual0000000000000

    Wire End Cutters

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    Also known as nippers, these cutters have wide, flat jaws that cut steel wire and bolts close to the surface. A spring opens the jaws for quick cutting.
    For Max.
    Diameter
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Wd.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening Style
    Each
    For Use On Soft Steel, Medium-Hard Steel
    1/8"1/16"8"0.59"SteelSteelPlasticSpring Assisted0000000000000
     

    Bolt Cutters with Offset Handles

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    The cutting head is angled 30° from the handles, so you can cut close to a surface or in a tight space without the handles getting in your way. For example, you could use these cutters to remove a bolt end that’s sticking out the side of your machinery. They’re also great for cutting chains, rods, and wire mesh. All have an adjustment screw to align the cutting edges. For more leverage, choose a longer cutter. Not for use on wire rope.
    Bolt Cutters
    Replacement
    Cutting Heads
    For
    Max. Dia.
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Overall
    Lg.
    Head Offset
    Angle
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    Each
    3/16"1/8"12"30°SteelSteelPVC
    Manual00000000000000000000000000
    1/4"3/16"18"30°SteelSteelPVC
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    3/8"1/4"24"30°SteelSteelPVC
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    Bench-Mount Bolt, Hard Chain, and Padlock Cutters

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    Make repeated cuts in hard materials with this cutter. It mounts for stability and provides extra leverage. It has a short-nosed jaw that forces the material being cut deep into the jaw and also allows you to cut one side of a chain link or padlock hasp without hitting the other side. Align cutting edges with the adjustment screw. Not for use on wire rope.
    Bolt Cutters
    Replacement
    Cutting Heads
    For Max. Dia.
    Base
    Mounting
    Holes
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Rebar
    Hard
    Chain
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Lg.
    Wd.
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    Each
    5/16"1/4"5/16"1/4"21"SteelSteelRubber
    Manual6"3 1/8"43/8"No00000000000000000000000000

    Easy-Cut Bolt Cutters

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    Leverage points on the jaws and handles let you cut through bolts, chains, and rods with 30% less effort than standard bolt cutters. These cutters help reduce hand fatigue when you’re snipping through thick, hard metal or making repeated cuts. All have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges. For more leverage, choose cutters with longer handles. Not for use on wire rope.
    For Max. Dia.
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Rebar
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    5/16"3/16"3/16"14"SteelSteelRubber
    Manual0000000000000
    3/8"3/8"3/8"3/8"30"SteelSteelRubber
    Manual000000000000

    Compact Bolt Cutter Sets

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    Keep a variety of small cutters on hand for cuts in tight spaces. The handles are short enough to make one-handed cuts, but they provide less leverage than standard cutters. They’re best for snipping thin bolts and wire. Use a longer cutter for more leverage. They have serrated jaws that grip the material you’re cutting and prevent it from slipping. Since the jaws are riveted onto the handles, you can’t replace them. Not for use on wire rope.
    Jaw
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Style
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    36 1/4" Lg. Bolt Cutter for 13/64" Soft Steel, 11/64" Medium-Hard Steel, and 1/8" Hard Steel Dia.
    8" Lg. Bolt Cutter for 1/4" Soft Steel, 13/64" Medium-Hard Steel, and 5/32" Hard Steel Dia.
    10" Lg. Bolt Cutter for 7/32" Soft Steel, 5/32" Medium-Hard Steel, and 5/32" Hard Steel Dia.
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    Air-Powered Bolt Cutters

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    Slice through bolts and chain with low effort. A spring opens the jaws for quick cuts. Not for use on wire rope.
    Bolt Cutters
    Replacement
    Cutting Heads
    For Max. Dia.
    Overall
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Rebar
    Hard
    Chain
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening Style
    Air Pressure,
    psi
    For Air
    Hose ID
    Air Hose
    Included
    Thread
    Type
    Pipe
    Size
    Gender
    Each
    Each
    3/8"3/8"5/16"5/16"5/16"15"7 1/4"SteelSteelRubber
    Spring Assisted80 to 1203/8"NoNPT
    3/8
    Female000000000000000000000000000000
    1/2"1/2"3/8"3/8"3/8"17 1/2"10"SteelSteelRubber
    Spring Assisted90 to 1303/8"NoNPT
    3/8
    Female0000000000000000000000000000

    Electrically Insulating Bolt Cutters

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    Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These cutters are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Use to cut medium steel chain and hard steel bolts, rods, screws, rivets, nails, bars, and wire. Cutters have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges. Not for use on wire rope.
    Bolt Cutters
    Replacement
    Cutting Heads
    For Max. Dia.
    Soft
    Steel
    Medium-Hard
    Steel
    Hard
    Steel
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    Each
    7/16"5/16"5/16"24"SteelPlasticPlasticManual0000000000000000000000000000
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