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	For Maximum Copper Electrical Cable Wire Gauge For Maximum Copper Electrical Cable Wire Gauge

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	For Maximum Wire Diameter For Maximum Wire Diameter

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	For Maximum Aluminum Electrical Cable Wire Gauge For Maximum Aluminum Electrical Cable Wire Gauge

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	For Maximum Data Cable Diameter For Maximum Data Cable Diameter

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Electrical-Insulating Wire Cutters

Wire with Pointed Cut Profile

Side Cutting Edge

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.

				For Wire
O'all Lg.	Cut Profile	Cutting Edge Location	Jaw Lg.	Max. Dia.	Max. Gauge	Type	Material	Specifications Met		Each
Oval Head and Ultra Grip
6 1/4"	Pointed	Side	5/8"	0.091"	11	Soft Wire	Steel	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	0000000	000000
9 3/4"	Pointed	Side	7/8"	0.182"	5	Soft Wire, Hardened Wire	Steel	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	0000000	00000

Electrical-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 Use On Hard Steel, Aluminum, Copper
For Max. Wire Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Wd.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
0.094"	10"	1"	Steel	Plastic	Plastic	Manual	0000000	000000

Electrical-Insulating Wire Rope Cutters

Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These tools are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. They minimize material distortion while cutting steel, stainless steel, and aluminum wire rope. Operate these cutters with both hands.

Cutters
For Max. Wire Rope Dia.										Replacement Cutting Blades
Steel	Stainless Steel	For Max. Steel-Reinforced Aluminum Cable Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each		Each
1/2"	7/16"	5/16"	23 1/2"	Steel	Plastic	Plastic	Manual	0000000	0000000	0000000	0000000

Electrical-Insulating Bolt and Chain 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
For Max. Dia.										Replacement Cutting Heads
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"	Steel	Plastic	Plastic	Manual	0000000	0000000	0000000	0000000

Hydraulic-Assist Multipurpose Bolt, Wire Rope, and Cable Cutters

Hydraulic-powered jaws cut bolts, wire rope, rods, and electrical cable with low effort and minimal material distortion. Blades can be sharpened and replaced.

Cutter rated for 20,000 volts has insulated handles.

Cutters
For Max. Wire Rope Dia.													Replacement Cutting Blades
Steel	Stainless Steel	For Max. Soft Steel Dia.	For Max. Steel-Reinforced Aluminum Cable Dia.	For Max. Data Cable Dia.	For Max. Rebar Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	For Max. Voltage		Each		Each
5/8"	5/8"	5/8"	5/8"	5/8"	1/2"	15"	Steel	Steel	Rubber	Not Rated	0000000	000000000	0000000	0000000
3/4"	3/4"	11/16"	3/4"	3/4"	1/2"	15"	Steel	Steel	Rubber	20,000 V AC	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
1 1/8"	1 1/8"	1 1/4"	2 1/8"	2 1/8"	3/4"	24 1/2"	Steel	Steel	Rubber	Not Rated	0000000	00000000	000000	00
1 1/4"	1 1/4"	1 1/4"	1 1/4"	1 1/4"	7/8"	27"	Steel	Steel	Rubber	Not Rated	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000

Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

Minimize wire distortion when cutting 11/16" diameter and larger aluminum and copper power and communication cable. Operate these cutters with both hands.

Cutters
	For Data Cable		For Copper Electrical Cable		For Aluminum Electrical Cable									Replacement Cutting Jaws
Style	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each		Each
A	3/4"	500 MCM	11/16"	450 MCM	11/16"	450 MCM	16 3/4"	Steel	Steel	Vinyl	Manual	00000000	000000	000000	00
B	1 3/8"	1,750 MCM	13/16"	600 MCM	1"	1,000 MCM	25 1/2"	Steel	Fiberglass	Rubber	Manual	0000000	000000	0000000	0000000
B	1 3/4"	2,000 MCM	1"	1,000 MCM	1 1/4"	1,500 MCM	32"	Steel	Fiberglass	Rubber	Manual	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
C	2 1/4"	900 MCM	2 1/4"	900 MCM	2 1/4"	900 MCM	37"	Steel	Fiberglass	Plastic	Manual	000000	000000	000000	00

Cordless Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

Push the button to cut aluminum and copper power and communication cable. Blades automatically open when the cut is complete. Head rotates 350° so you can cut in tight spots.

For Data Cable		For Copper Electrical Cable		For Aluminum Electrical Cable
Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style	Battery Type	Batteries Included		Each
13/16"	500 MCM	13/16"	500 MCM	13/16"	500 MCM	16"	Steel	Plastic	Rubber	Manual	Rechargeable	Yes	0000000	000000000

Easy-Cut Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

Jaws ratchet to increase cutting pressure as you open and close the handles.

Spring-assisted jaws open quickly for fast cutting.

Styles A and B are for one-handed use.

Style C is for use with two hands.

	For Data Cable		For Copper Electrical Cable		For Aluminum Electrical Cable
Style	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	For Max. Voltage	Opening Style		Each
A	1 1/8"	1,250 MCM	23/32"	500 MCM	7/8"	750 MCM	10 1/4"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Not Rated	Spring Assisted	0000000	0000000
B	1 1/4"	1,500 MCM	7/8"	750 MCM	7/8"	750 MCM	10"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	1,000 V AC	Manual	0000000	000000
C	2"	__	2"	__	2"	__	27 1/2"	Steel	Steel	Rubber	Not Rated	Spring Assisted	000000	000000

Cutting Jaw for 3600A12	0000000	Each	0000000
Cutting Jaw for 3670A1	000000	Each	000000

Electrical-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
Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
1"	1,000 MCM	1"	1,000 MCM	1"	1,000 MCM	20"	Steel	Plastic	Plastic	Manual	0000000	0000000

Small-Diameter Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

Use these one-handed cutters on small-diameter aluminum and copper power and communication cable.

Spring-assisted jaws open quickly for fast cutting.

	For Data Cable		For Copper Electrical Cable		For Aluminum Electrical Cable
	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Max. Dia.	Max. Wire Gauge	Overall Lg.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
A	0.02"	24	3/32"	12	3/32"	12	5 3/8"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	0000000	000000
B	0.02"	24	11/32"	2/0	15/32"	4/0	8"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Spring Assisted	0000000	000000
C	0.02"	24	11/32"	2/0	1/2"	4/0	9 1/2"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	0000000	00000
D	0.02"	24	25/64"	2/0	25/64"	2/0	6 1/2"	Stainless Steel	Plastic	__	Spring Assisted	0000000	00000
E	0.02"	24	9/16"	5/0	9/16"	5/0	6 1/2"	Steel	Plastic	__	Manual	0000000	00000

Electrical-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.

For Use On Metal
Blade Edge	Features	Overall Lg.	Cut Lg.	Blade Material	Handle Material	Handle Type	Opening Style	Handedness	Blade Tip Shape		Each
Knife	Wire-Stripping Notch	6 1/4"	1 3/4"	Stainless Steel	Plastic	Straight	Manual	Right, Left	Pointed	0000000	000000

Fiber-Optic Cable Scissors

Shown in Nylon Pouch

Wire-Cutting Notch

With high-carbon stainless steel blades, these scissors cut through fiber-optic and electrical cables, even those that are made with Kevlar. They’re also good for cutting wire jackets and cable ties. Use the wire-cutting notch to hold your items in place, so they won’t slip as you cut them. Attach the pouch to your belt to keep these scissors close at hand.

For Use On Fabric, Kevlar, Plastic
Blade Edge	Features	Overall Length	Cut Length	Blade Material	Handle Material	Handle Type	Opening Style	Handedness	Blade Tip Shape	Includes		Each
Serrated/Straight	Wire-Cutting Notch	5 1/2"	1 5/8"	Stainless Steel	Plastic	Straight	Manual	Right, Left	Pointed	Nylon Pouch with Belt Loop	0000000	000000

Electrical-Insulating Wire Gripping and Cutting Pliers

Flat Jaws

Combination Jaws

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.

Flat-jaw pliers are for general gripping.

Combination-jaw pliers have a flat area for general gripping and a curved area for round material.

	Jaw					For Max. Wire
Overall Lg.	Max. Capacity	Lg.	Texture	Material	Blade Material	Gauge	Dia.	For Wire Type	Specifications Met		Each
Flat Jaws and Ultra Grip
8 3/4"	1 3/8"	1 7/16"	Serrated	Steel	Steel	8	0.129"	Soft Wire	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	00000000	000000
9 5/8"	1 3/8"	1 19/32"	Serrated	Steel	Steel	6	0.162"	Soft Wire, Hardened Wire, Steel-Reinforced Wire (ACSR)	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	00000000	000000
Combination Jaws and Ultra Grip
6 1/4"	1 1/8"	1 5/16"	Serrated	Steel	Steel	6	0.162"	Soft Wire, Hardened Wire, Nickel Ribbon Wire	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	00000000	00000
8"	1 3/8"	1 5/8"	Serrated	Steel	Steel	6	0.162"	Soft Wire, Hardened Wire, Steel-Reinforced Wire (ACSR)	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	00000000	00000
9"	7/8"	1 5/8"	Serrated	Steel	Steel	3	0.229"	Soft Wire, Hardened Wire, Steel-Reinforced Wire (ACSR)	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	00000000	00000

Nonconductive Wire Gripping and Cutting 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. Capacity	Lg.	Texture	Material	Blade Material	Max. Gauge	Max. Dia.	Type	Specifications Met	Electrical Properties		Each
Combination Jaws and Cushion Grip
8"	3/4"	1 1/2"	Serrated	Plastic	Ceramic	20	0.032"	Soft Wire	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	Electrical Insulating	0000000	0000000

Electrical-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.

Ultra Grip
No. of Pieces	Includes	Material	Specifications Met	Container Type		Each
5	10" 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	Steel	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	Fabric Roll-Up Pouch	0000000	0000000

Electrical-Insulating Long-Nose Pliers

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 needle-nose and chain-nose pliers, use the long jaws to grip, bend, twist, and cut wire. The ultra grip is made of hard and soft materials for comfort and slip resistance.

	Jaw					For Wire
Overall Lg.	Lg.	Texture	Tip Thick.	Material	With Wire Cutter	Max. Gauge	Max. Dia.	Type	Specifications Met		Each
Flat Jaws and Ultra Grip
6 1/4"	1 7/8"	Serrated	1/8"	Steel	Yes	14	0.064"	Soft Wire, Hardened Wire, Nickel Ribbon Wire	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	0000000	000000
8"	2 3/4"	Serrated	1/8"	Steel	Yes	14	0.064"	Soft Wire, Hardened Wire, Nickel Ribbon Wire	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	0000000	00000

Electrical-Insulating Bent-Nose Pliers

Insulated grips protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These pliers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900. Reach around closely spaced components and other obstructions to bend wire and grip small workpieces. Pliers also have a wire cutter. The ultra grip is made of hard and soft materials for comfort and slip resistance.

	Jaw							For Wire
Overall Lg.	Bend	Lg. (A)	Lg. (B)	Texture	Tip Thick.	Material	With Wire Cutter	Max. Gauge	Max. Dia.	Type	Specifications Met		Each
Flat Jaws and Ultra Grip
6 1/4"	45°	11/16"	1 9/16"	Serrated	1/8"	Steel	Yes	7	0.144"	Hardened Wire	IEC 60900	0000000	000000
8"	40°	15/16"	2"	Serrated	1/8"	Steel	Yes	9	0.114"	Hardened Wire	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	0000000	00000

Electrical-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.

For Wire Type	For Wire Gauge	Max. Strip Lg.	Lg.	Material	Grip Material		Each
Solid	22-10	0.88"	8 1/4"	Steel	Plastic	0000000	0000000

High-Voltage Electrical Wire Strippers

The rubber grip provides protection up to 1,000 volts AC. The plier nose is useful for pulling and looping wire.

For Wire Gauge
Solid	Stranded	Lg.	Material		Each
20-10	22-12	7 5/8"	Steel	00000000	000000

Confined-Space High-Voltage Electrical Wire Strippers

Because you load wire from the front of this stripper, it’s useful in tight spaces. The rubber grip provides protection up to 1,000 volts AC.

For Wire Gauge
Solid	Stranded	Max. Strip Lg.	Lg.	Material		Each
22-10	22-10	1"	6"	Steel	00000000	000000

Electrical-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 and ASTM F1505.

Blade Lg.	Lg.	For Wire Type	Blade Material	Specifications Met		Each
2"	7 1/4"	Solid, Stranded	Steel	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	0000000	000000

High-Voltage Combination Electrical Wire Strippers and Crimpers

The rubber grip provides protection up to 1,000 volts AC. This tool strips wire and crimps connectors. The plier nose is useful for pulling and looping wire.

Stripper		Crimper
For Solid Wire Gauge	For Stranded Wire Gauge	For Wire Gauge (Connector Insulation)	For Connector Type	Lg.	Material	Features		Each
22-10	22-10	16-10 (Insulated) 22-18 (Noninsulated)	Terminal	9"	Steel	Plier Nose, Bolt Cutter, Wire Cutter	0000000	000000

High-Voltage Terminal and Splice Crimpers

The rubber grip provides protection up to 1,000 volts AC. These crimpers look like normal pliers, but they have a built-in crimping die.

For Wire Gauge (Connector Insulation)	For Wire Type	Lg.	Material	Features		Each
22-10 (Insulated) 22-10 (Noninsulated)	Solid, Stranded	10 1/2"	Steel	Wire Cutter	000000	000000

Electrical-Insulating Maintenance Tool Sets

These tools have an insulated grip to protect against accidental contact with live electrical circuits. They are tested to 1,000 volts to meet ASTM F1505 and IEC 60900.

No. of Pieces	Includes	Container Type	Specifications Met		Each
9	Five Screwdrivers (Slotted and Phillips) Long-Nose Pliers with Wire Cutter Wire Cutter Wire Stripper for 6-25 Gauge Wire Circuit Tester with 1/8" Tip	Plastic Case with Zipper Closure	ASTM F1505, IEC 60900	0000000	0000000

Electric Wire Strippers

NEMA 5-15

Insert wire between the heated tips to melt off insulation and strip without the risk of nicking the wire. Choose the output power on these wire strippers based on the material you’re removing. For example, use 10% power to remove PVC insulation or 55% power to remove PTFE.

These wire strippers sit on a stand, with an integrated handpiece holder on top to maximize work space and protect from burns. A blade removal plate lets users switch blades out of the handpiece without touching them.

Temp. Setting Type	For Wire Dia.	For Wire Insulation Material	For Wire Construction	Heating Element Material	Max. Strip Lg.	O'all Lg.	Wattage, W	Voltage	Housing Material	Plug Type	NEMA Style		Each
Adjustable	0.5"	ETFE Plastic PTFE Plastic PVC Plastic PVDF Plastic Polyamide Plastic Polyethylene Plastic Silicone	Shielded Solid Stranded	Nickel Alloy	1 13/32"	6.333"	76	120V AC	Plastic	Three Prong	5-15	00000000	0000000

Optional Tips for 38-26 Wire Gauge	Pair	0000000
Replacement Tips	Pair	000000
Optional Tips for 28-18 Wire Gauge	Pair	000000