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    Electrically-Insulating Terminal and Splice Crimpers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Crimpers. Electrically-Insulating Terminal and Splice Crimpers.
    The insulated handles on these crimpers protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. They’re tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. They look like normal pliers, but they have a built-in crimping die.
    For Wire Gauge (Connector
    Insulation)
    For Wire
    Construction
    Lg.
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Features
    Specs. Met
    Each
     
    For Terminal and Crimp-On Butt-Splice Connection
    22-10 (Insulated)
    22-10 (Noninsulated)    		Solid, Stranded
    		10 1/2"SteelRubber
    		Wire CutterIEC 60900, ASTM F15057289K2000000
     

    Electrically-Insulating Wire Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Cutters. Electrically-Insulating Wire Cutters.
    Image of Specification. Wire with Pointed Cut Profile. Side1 orientation. Pointed.

    Wire with

    Pointed Cut

    Profile

    These cutters have insulated grips to protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. They are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Cutters produce a deeply pointed, pinched end on the tip of the wire. Use for electrical and general applications. The finger guards prevent your fingers from slipping off the handle and making contact with the jaws. Also known as diagonal-cutting pliers.
    Jaw
    For
    Wire
    Overall
    Lg.
    Cut
    Profile
    Cutting Edge
    Location
    Lg.
    Opening
    Style
    Max.
    Dia.
    Max.
    Ga.
    Type
    Features
    Performance
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Oval Head and Ultra Grip
    6 1/4"PointedSide5/8"Manual0.091"11SoftFinger GuardsElectrically InsulatingSteelIEC 60900, ASTM F15053619A11000000
    9 3/4"PointedSide7/8"Manual0.182"5Soft, HardenedFinger GuardsElectrically InsulatingSteelIEC 60900, ASTM F15053619A1500000
     

    Electrically Insulating Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Scissors. Electrically Insulating Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping.
    Image of Product. Wire-Stripping Notch. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Wire-Stripping Notch. Electrically Insulating Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping.

    Wire-Stripping

    Notch

    Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These scissors are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Also known as electricians' shears, they have a notch for stripping wire.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Cut
    Lg.
    Blade Material
    Handle
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Handedness
    Blade Tip
    Shape
    Blade
    Edge
    Cutting Features
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Metal
     
    Straight Handle
    6 1/4"1 3/4"Stainless Steel
    		Plastic HandleManualRight, LeftPointKnifeWire-Stripping NotchASTM F1505, IEC 609003185N11000000
     

    Electrically Insulating Metal Tube and Conduit Cutters

    An insulated handle protects against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These cutters are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. They have grooved rollers that provide clearance to cut flared tube ends with little material loss.
    For Cutting Tubing, EMT Conduit, IMC Conduit, and Rigid Conduit
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe, Tube, and Hose Cutters. Electrically Insulating Metal Tube and Conduit Cutters.
    For
    OD
    Min.
    Max.
    Lg.
    Closed
    Lg.
    Cutting Wheel
    Material
    No. of Cutting
    Wheels
    Material
    Swing
    Radius
    No. of
    Rollers
    Roller
    Type
    Specs. Met
    Each
    For Use On Soft Copper, Hard Copper, and Brass
    1/8"1 5/8"5 3/4"5 3/4"Steel1Plastic4 1/2"2GroovedIEC 60900, ASTM F15053160N110000000
     

    Electrically-Insulating Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Electrically-Insulating Electrical and Data Cable Cutters.
    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 aluminum and copper power and communication cable up to 1” dia. Operate cutters with both hands.
    For Data
    Cable
    For Copper
    Electrical Cable
    For Aluminum
    Electrical Cable
    For Use On
    Max.
    Dia.
    Max. Wire
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Max. Wire
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Max. Wire
    Ga.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    Aluminum, Copper1"1000 MCM1"1000 MCM1"1000 MCM20"SteelPlasticPlasticManual6219N110000000

    Electrically Insulating Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire

    Image of Product. Front orientation. End Cutters. Electrically Insulating Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, Border. Electrically Insulating Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire.
    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. Also known as nippers, they have wide, flat jaws that cut close to the surface. Use with hard steel, aluminum, and copper wire.
    For Max.
    Wire Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Wd.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Performance
    Each
    For Use On Hard Steel, Aluminum, Copper
    0.094"10"1"SteelPlasticPlasticManualElectrically Insulating3186N11000000
     

    Electrically-Insulating Electrical Wire Stripper/Crimpers

    Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits while stripping wire or crimping connectors. These tools are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. The plier nose is useful for pulling and looping wire.
    With Plier Nose, Bolt Cutter, and Wire Cutter
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Stripper/Crimpers. Electrically-Insulating Electrical Wire Stripper/Crimpers.
    Stripper
    Crimper
    For Solid
    Wire Ga.
    For Stranded
    Wire Ga.
    For Wire Gauge (Connector
    Insulation)
    For Connection
    Type
    For Bolt Thread Size
    Lg.
    Grip
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Steel
    22-1022-1016-10 (Insulated)
    22-18 (Noninsulated)    		Terminal4-40, 5-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 10-32
    		9"Rubber
    		IEC 60900, ASTM F15056908K87000000
     

    Nonconductive Wire-Gripping Pliers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire-Gripping Pliers. Nonconductive Wire-Gripping Pliers.
    Avoid the potential for an arc flash or short circuit that can occur when using conventional insulated tools with metal components. Completely metal-free, these pliers are plastic with ceramic cutting blades. They also protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. Pliers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Also known as lineman’s and combination pliers, use them to pull, bend, and cut wire.
    Jaw
    For
    Wire
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max.
    Cap.
    Lg.
    Opening
    Style
    Texture
    Material
    Blade
    Material
    Max.
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Type
    Specs. Met
    Performance
    Each
    Combination Jaws and Cushion Grip
    8"3/4"1 1/2"ManualSerratedPlasticCeramic20
    		0.032"SoftIEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically Insulating, Nonconductive5233A160000000
     

    Electrically Insulating Bolt Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bolt Cutters. Electrically Insulating Bolt Cutters.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Bolt Cutters. Electrically Insulating Bolt Cutters.
    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.
    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"SteelPlasticPlasticManual3170N1100000003771A330000000

    Tight-Space Electrically Insulating Electrical Wire Strippers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Tight-Space Electrically Insulating Electrical Wire Strippers.
    Since you insert wire from the front, these strippers are useful in tight spaces. The insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These strippers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505.
    For
    Wire Ga.
    Solid
    Stranded
    For Wire
    Construction
    Performance
    Max. Strip
    Lg.
    For Wire/Cable
    Type
    Lg.
    Grip
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Steel
    30-830-8 Solid
    Stranded    		Electrically Insulating, Tight Space1"Power6 1/2"PlasticIEC 60900, ASTM F150571495K83000000
     

    Electrically Insulating Electrical Wire Strippers

    To protect you against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits, these strippers have insulated handles. All are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. The plier nose is useful for pulling and looping wire.
    With Plier Nose and Wire Cutter
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Electrically Insulating Electrical Wire Strippers.
    For
    Wire Ga.
    Solid
    Stranded
    For Wire
    Construction
    Performance
    For Wire/Cable
    Type
    Lg.
    Grip
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Steel
    20-1022-12 Solid, StrandedElectrically InsulatingPower7 5/8"Rubber
    		IEC 60900, ASTM F150571495K88000000
     
    With Plier Nose, Bolt Cutter, and Wire Cutter
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Electrically Insulating Electrical Wire Strippers.
    For
    Wire Ga.
    Solid
    Stranded
    For Wire
    Construction
    For Bolt Thread
    Size
    Performance
    For Wire/Cable
    Type
    Lg.
    Grip
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Steel
    18-1020-12 Solid, Stranded6-32, 8-32
    		Electrically InsulatingPower7 3/4"Rubber
    		IEC 60900, ASTM F150571495K102000000
     

    Electrical-Insulating Bent-Nose Pliers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Long-Nose Pliers. Electrical-Insulating Bent-Nose Pliers, Standard Nose with Flat Jaw, Ultra Grip, 40° Jaw Bend.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Long-Nose Pliers. Electrical-Insulating Bent-Nose Pliers, Standard Nose with Flat Jaw, Ultra Grip, 45° Jaw Bend.

    Standard Nose with

    Flat Jaw, Ultra Grip,

    40° Jaw Bend

    Standard Nose with

    Flat Jaw, Ultra Grip,

    45° Jaw Bend

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Electrical-Insulating Bent-Nose Pliers.
    Protect yourself against shock from accidental contact with live circuits. With insulated grips tested to 1,000 volts, these pliers meet IEC or ASTM standards. The bent nose bypasses obstructions to grip hard-to-reach wire and small parts.
    Flat Jaw—The most common style, these pliers have a broad contact area for gripping objects of various shapes.
    Ultra Grip—Shaped for maximum comfort and slip resistance. These pliers reduce strain to prevent cramping and soreness during repetitive tasks and long work days.
    Jaw
    For Wire
    Overall
    Lg.
    Bend
    Lg.
    (A)
    Lg.
    (B)
    Opening
    Style
    Texture
    Tip
    Thk.
    Material
    With Wire
    Cutter
    Wire Cutter
    Location
    Max. Wire
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Each
    Standard Nose with Flat Jaw
     
    Ultra Grip
    6 1/4"45°11/16"1 9/16"ManualSerrated1/8"SteelYesBase70.144"HardenedIEC 609005454A11000000
    8"40°15/16"2"ManualSerrated1/8"SteelYesBase90.114"HardenedASTM F15055454A8100000
     

    Electrically Insulating Squeeze-and-Strip Electrical Wire Strippers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Electrically Insulating Squeeze-and-Strip Electrical Wire Strippers.
    Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These wire strippers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Squeeze once to strip insulation and pull it off the wire.
    Replacement Blades—Replacement blades include both the upper and lower blades.
    Strippers
    Replacement
    Blades
    Replacement
    Springs
    Replacement
    Moving Grippers
    For
    Wire Ga.
    Solid
    Stranded
    For Wire
    Construction
    Performance
    Max. Strip
    Lg.
    For Wire/Cable
    Type
    Lg.
    Grip
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Steel
    22-1022-10 Solid
    Stranded    		Electrically Insulating0.88"Power8 1/4"PlasticIEC 60900, ASTM F15053131N1100000007292K5520000007292K75000007292K7100000
     

    Electrically-Insulating Wire-Gripping Pliers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire-Gripping Pliers. Electrically-Insulating Wire-Gripping Pliers, Flat Jaws and Ultra Grip.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire-Gripping Pliers. Electrically-Insulating Wire-Gripping Pliers, Combination Jaws and Ultra Grip.

    Flat Jaws and Ultra Grip

    Combination Jaws and

    Ultra Grip

    Insulated grips protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These pliers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Also known as lineman’s and combination pliers, use them to pull, bend, and cut wire. The ultra grip is made of hard and soft materials for comfort and slip resistance.
    Combination Jaw—Combination-jaw pliers have a flat area for general gripping and a curved area for round material.
    Flat Jaw—Flat-jaw pliers are for general gripping.
    Jaw
    For
    Wire
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max.
    Cap.
    Lg.
    Opening
    Style
    Texture
    Material
    Blade
    Material
    Max.
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Type
    Specs. Met
    Performance
    Each
    Flat Jaws and Ultra Grip
    9 1/2"1 1/2"1 29/32"ManualSerratedSteelSteel8
    		0.129"SoftIEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically Insulating54525A95000000
    9 5/8"1 3/8"1 19/32"ManualSerratedSteelSteel6
    		0.162"Soft, Hardened, Steel Reinforced (ACSR)IEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically Insulating54525A91000000
     
    Combination Jaws and Ultra Grip
    6 1/4"1 1/8"1 5/16"ManualSerratedSteelSteel6
    		0.162"Soft, Hardened, Nickel RibbonIEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically Insulating54525A9200000
    8"1 3/8"1 5/8"ManualSerratedSteelSteel6
    		0.162"Soft, Hardened, Steel Reinforced (ACSR)IEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically Insulating54625A4200000
    9"7/8"1 5/8"ManualSerratedSteelSteel3
    		0.229"Soft, Hardened, Steel Reinforced (ACSR)IEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically Insulating54845A8500000
     

    Electrically Insulating Cable Stripping Knives

    The handle and the back of the blade are insulated to protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These knives are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 or ASTM F1505.
    Wire and Cable Strippers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Electrically Insulating. Electrically Insulating Cable Stripping Knives.
    For Wire
    Construction
    Performance
    Blade
    Lg.
    For Wire/Cable
    Type
    Lg.
    Blade
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Handle
    Material
    Each
    Solid
    Stranded    		Electrically Insulating2"Power7 1/4"SteelIEC 60900, ASTM F1505Plastic6533N11000000
     
    Wire and Cable Strippers with Blade Tip Guide
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Wire and Cable Strippers. Electrically Insulating Cable Stripping Knives, Wire and Cable Strippers with Blade Tip Guide.
    Knives with a blade tip guide tuck under cable jackets to safeguard conductor insulation.
    For Wire
    Construction
    Performance
    Blade
    Lg.
    For Wire/Cable
    Type
    Lg.
    Blade Material
    Specs.
    Met
    Handle
    Material
    Each
    Solid
    Stranded    		Electrically Insulating1 1/2"Power7"Stainless Steel
    		IEC 60900Plastic6533N101000000
     

    Electrically Insulating Awls

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Awls. Electrically Insulating Awls.
    An insulated handle and shaft protects against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These awls are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Use to punch soft materials and scribe lines in metal and wood.
    Blade
    Handle
    Material
    Material
    Lg.
    Tip
    Material
    Overall
    Lg.
    Each
    PlasticPlastic3.5"Steel6 1/2"3151N11000000

    Electrically Insulating Hacksaws

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hacksaws. Electrically Insulating Hacksaws.
    An insulated handle and frame protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These hacksaws are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505.
    Material
    For Blade
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Throat
    Dp.
    Frame
    Handle
    Blade
    Replaceable
    Includes
    Each
    12"18"4"PlasticPlasticYesOne 12" Lg. Carbon Steel Blade for Metal, Plastic, and Wood (24 Teeth per Inch)3184N110000000

    Electrical-Insulating Long-Nose Pliers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Long-Nose Pliers. Electrical-Insulating Long-Nose Pliers, Standard Nose with Flat Jaw, Ultra Grip.

    Standard Nose with Flat

    Jaw, Ultra Grip

    Insulated grips safeguard against shocks from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These pliers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC and ASTM standards.
    Flat Jaw—The most common style, these pliers have a broad contact area for gripping objects of various shapes.
    Ultra Grip—Shaped for maximum comfort and slip resistance. These pliers reduce strain to prevent cramping and soreness during repetitive tasks and long work days.
    Jaw
    Tip
    For Wire
    Overall
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Opening
    Style
    Texture
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Material
    With Wire
    Cutter
    Wire Cutter
    Location
    Max. Wire
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Type
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Standard Nose with Flat Jaw
     
    Ultra Grip
    6 1/4"1 7/8"ManualSerrated11/16"1/8"SteelYesBase14
    		0.064"Hardened, Nickel Ribbon, SoftASTM F1505, IEC 609005425A49000000
    8"2 3/4"ManualSerrated3/4"1/8"SteelYesBase14
    		0.064"Hardened, Nickel Ribbon, SoftASTM F1505, IEC 609005425A6100000
     

    Electrically-Insulating Pliers Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pliers Sets. Electrically-Insulating Pliers Sets.
    Insulated grips protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These assorted pliers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. They have ultra grips made of hard and soft materials for comfort and slip resistance.
    For
    Wire Ga.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Solid
    Stranded
    Material
    Specs. Met
    Performance
    Container Type
    Each
    Ultra Grip with Manual Jaws
    510" Lg. Adjustable Pliers with V-Jaws
    8" Lg. Tight-Clearance Long-Nose Pliers with Wire Cutter
    8" Lg. Bent-Nose Pliers with Wire Cutter
    9" Lg. Wire Gripping and Cutting Pliers
    8" Lg. Wire Cutter    		——SteelIEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically InsulatingFabric Roll-Up Pouch5598N210000000
     
    Ultra Grip with Manual and Spring-Assisted Jaws
    39" Lg. Wire Gripping and Cutting Pliers
    8" Lg. Easy-Cut Wire Cutter
    7 3/4" Lg. Spring-Assisted Wire Stripper/Cutter    		18, 16, 14, 12, 10
    		20, 18, 16, 14, 12
    		SteelIEC 60900, ASTM F1505Electrically Insulating—5598N22000000
     
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