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    Hardened-Wire Cutters

    Image of Product. Cutters. Front orientation. Wire Cutters. Hardened-Wire Cutters.
    Image of Product. Cutters with Adjustable-Force Joint. Front orientation. Wire Cutters. Hardened-Wire Cutters, Adjustable-Force Joint.

    Cutters

    Cutters with

    Adjustable-Force Joint

    These powerful cutters use a nipping action to cut extra-hard wire with ease. They’re also known as diagonal-cutting pliers.
    Spring-Assisted Open—Spring-assisted cutters open automatically when you release the handles.
    Adjustable-Force Joint—Cutters with an adjustable-force joint let you add power with the push of a button. When the button is pressed in, they require 40% less effort to make cuts than standard cutters of the same length.
    For Max.
    Wire Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening Style
    Features
    Each
    For Steel
    0.197"9 7/8"SteelSteelPlasticManual—5453A91000000
     
    For Steel, Aluminum, Copper
    0.125"8"SteelSteelPlasticManualAdjustable-Force Joint5453A1100000
     
    For Steel, Iron, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Copper
    0.079"8"SteelSteelPlasticManual—27485A9300000
    0.1"7 7/8"SteelSteelPlasticSpring Assisted—5453A1200000
    0.118"10"SteelSteelPlasticManual—27485A9100000
     

    Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping

    Image of ProductInUse. Style A Shown with Handle (Sold Separately). Front orientation. Scissors. Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping, Straight Handle, Style A.
    Image of ProductInUse. Style A. Front orientation. Scissors. Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping, Straight Handle, Style A.

    Style A Shown with

    Handle (Sold Separately)

    Style A

    Image of ProductInUse. Style B. Front orientation. Scissors. Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping, Straight Handle, Style B.
    Image of ProductInUse. Style C. Front orientation. Scissors. Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping, Straight Handle, Style C.

    Style B

    Style C

    Also known as electricians' shears, the back edge of the blade has a file to clean contacts.
    Use handles to get more leverage for cutting. They also reduce hand fatigue when making repeated cuts.
    Nickel-Plated Blade—Nickel-plated blades have a coating for durability. The stainless steel under this coating is corrosion resistant, so your scissors won’t rust if the coating wears away.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium-nitride (TiN)-coated blades maintain their sharp cutting edge longer than uncoated stainless steel blades. They also have a nonstick surface. The stainless steel under this coating is corrosion resistant, so your scissors won’t rust if the coating wears away.
    Serrated Edge—Serrated blades grip material to prevent slipping.
    Wire-Stripping Notch—The wire-stripping notch is for 19- and 23-gauge wire.
    Scissors
    Handles
    Style
    Overall
    Lg.
    Cut
    Lg.
    Blade Material
    Handle Material
    Opening
    Style
    Handedness
    Blade Tip
    Shape
    Blade Edge
    Cutting Features
    Each
    Each
    For Metal
     
    Straight Handle
    A5 1/4"1 7/8"Nickel-Plated Stainless SteelNickel-Plated Stainless Steel HandleManualRightPointSerrated/Straight—3890A1030000003890A102000000
    A5 1/4"1 7/8"Nickel-Plated SteelNickel-Plated Steel HandleManualRight, LeftPointStraight/SerratedWire-Stripping Notch3890A14000003890A10200000
    A5 1/4"1 7/8"Nickel-Plated SteelNickel-Plated Steel HandleManualRight, LeftPointStraight/Straight—3890A11000003890A10200000
    A5 1/4"1 7/8"Nickel-Plated SteelNickel-Plated Steel HandleManualRight, LeftPointStraight/StraightWire-Stripping Notch3890A12000003890A10200000
    B6 1/4"1 7/8"Nickel-Plated Stainless SteelNickel-Plated Stainless Steel HandleManualRightPointSerrated/Straight—3893A400000———0
    C6 1/2"1 3/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleManualRight, LeftPointSerrated/Serrated—3890A10100000———0
     

    Armored Building Cable and Flexible-Conduit Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Armored Building Cable and Flexible-Conduit Cutters.
    Cut armored cable such as BX, HCF, and MC and flexible metal conduit. Operate these cutters with one hand.
    Max.
    Dia.
    For Use On
    Cable
    Conduit
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    Aluminum, Copper, Steel1/2"1/2"7 5/8"SteelSteelPlasticManual3724A2000000

    Compact Hardened-Wire Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Cutters. Compact Hardened-Wire Cutters.
    Cut thin, hard wire with these small cutters.
    For Max.
    Wire Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    For Stainless Steel, Copper
    0.04"5 1/2"SteelSteelRubber
    		Manual59445A45000000
    0.06"5 1/2"SteelSteelRubber
    		Manual59445A4400000
     

    Small-Diameter Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Small-Diameter Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Small-Diameter Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Small-Diameter Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Small-Diameter Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style D.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Small-Diameter Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style E.

    Style D

    Style E

    Use these one-handed cutters on small-diameter aluminum and copper power and communication cable.
    Spring-Assisted Open—Spring-assisted jaws open quickly for fast cutting.
    For Data
    Cable
    For Copper
    Electrical Cable
    For Aluminum
    Electrical Cable
    Style
    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
    AAluminum, Copper0.02"24
    		3/32"12
    		3/32"12
    		5 3/8"SteelSteelPlasticManual2893A62000000
    BAluminum, Copper0.02"24
    		11/32"2/0
    		15/32"4/0
    		9 5/8"SteelSteelPlasticManual4994A4100000
    CAluminum, Copper0.02"24
    		11/32"2/0
    		1/2"4/0
    		9 1/2"SteelSteelPlasticManual3563A7100000
    DAluminum, Copper0.02"24
    		25/64"2/0
    		25/64"2/0
    		6 1/2"Stainless Steel
    		Plastic—Spring Assisted3563A7300000
    EAluminum, Copper0.02"24
    		7/16"3/0
    		7/16"3/0
    		8 1/4"SteelPlastic—Manual3563A7700000

    Coaxial and Fiber-Optic Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Coaxial and Fiber-Optic Cable Cutters.
    Produce clean, distortion-free cuts in cable with one-handed operation.
    For Data
    Cable
    For Use On
    Max.
    Dia.
    Max. Wire
    Ga.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Each
    Carbon Fiber, Copper, Fiberglass, Kevlar3/4"500 MCM8 1/4"SteelSteelPlasticManual4938A31000000

    Cordless Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. 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
    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
    Battery
    Type
    Batteries
    Included
    Each
    Aluminum, Copper13/16"500 MCM13/16"500 MCM13/16"500 MCM16"SteelPlasticRubber
    		ManualRechargeableYes2920A23000000000

    Electrical Insulating Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. 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
    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

    Fiber-Optic Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Fiber-Optic Cable Cutters.
    Make flush cuts through fiber-optic cable for clean connections and easy splicing. Spring-assisted jaws open automatically when you release the handles.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Grip
    Material
    Opening Style
    Each
    6 1/4"SteelSteelPlasticSpring Assisted5938N11000000

    Fiber-Optic Cable Scissors

    Image of ProductInUse. Shown in Nylon Pouch. Front orientation. Scissors. Fiber-Optic Cable Scissors.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Scissors. Fiber-Optic Cable Scissors.
    Image of Specification. Wire-Cutting Notch. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Wire-Cutting Notch. 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.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Cut
    Lg.
    Blade Material
    Handle
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Handedness
    Blade Tip
    Shape
    Blade Edge
    Cutting Features
    Includes
    Each
    For Fabric, Kevlar, Plastic
     
    Straight Handle
    5 1/2"1 5/8"Stainless Steel
    		Plastic HandleManualRight, LeftPointSerrated/StraightWire-Cutting NotchNylon Pouch with Belt Loop7388N11000000
     

    Static-Control Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Scissors. Static-Control Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping.
    Protect sensitive equipment from harmful static discharges while cutting and stripping wire. The handles on these scissors drain static away from the blades. Also called electricians’ shears, these scissors have a file on each blade to clean electrical contacts. The blades are stainless steel, which resists corrosion from water and mild chemicals.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Cut
    Lg.
    Blade Material
    Handle
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Handedness
    Blade Tip
    Shape
    Blade Edge
    Surface Resistivity,
    ohm/sq.
    Cutting
    Features
    Each
    For Metal
     
    Straight Handle
    5"1 3/4"Uncoated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleManualRightPointStraight/Straight1× 10^12File6204N14000000
     

    Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style B.

    Style A

    Style B

    Minimize wire distortion when cutting 11/16" diameter and larger aluminum and copper power and communication cable. Operate these cutters with both hands.
    Style B—Style B have extendable handles. Lengthen the handles for more leverage or shorten them to make the cutters easier to carry around.
    Cutters
    Replacement Jaws
    For Data
    Cable
    For Copper
    Electrical Cable
    For Aluminum
    Electrical Cable
    Style
    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
    Each
    AAluminum, Copper3/4"500 MCM11/16"450 MCM11/16"450 MCM16 3/4"SteelSteelVinyl PlasticManual70745A650000000———0
    AAluminum, Copper1 3/8"1750 MCM13/16"600 MCM1"1000 MCM25 1/2"SteelFiberglassRubber
    		Manual7074A11000000———0
    AAluminum, Copper1 3/4"2000 MCM1"1000 MCM1 1/4"1500 MCM32"SteelFiberglassRubber
    		Manual7074A13000000———0
    AAluminum, Copper2 1/4"900 MCM2 1/4"900 MCM2 1/4"900 MCM37"SteelFiberglassPlasticManual3671A2000000———0
    BAluminum, Copper1 1/2"550 MCM1 1/2"550 MCM1 1/2"550 MCM22" to 30"SteelAluminum
    		PlasticManual70745A7100000070745A720000000

    Fiber-Optic Tool Kits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Fiber-Optic Tool Kits, 2 Pieces.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Fiber-Optic Tool Kits, 11 Pieces.

    2 Pieces

    11 Pieces

    Cut and strip fiber-optic cable.
    2 Pieces—2-piece kits include a wire cutter with high-carbon stainless steel blades that are strong enough to cut through optic fibers, wire insulation, and cable ties. They also include a wire stripper that has three openings for stripping different thicknesses of fiber-optic cable jackets down to the glass fiber.
    11 Pieces—11-piece kits include a variety of tools to support a wide range of applications. Along with a standard wire cutter and wire stripper, there are three additional cable strippers and a ringer to handle an array of fiber-optic cable jacket shapes, sizes, and buffer coatings. To make it easy to access your cable, there are pliers, a flashlight, and a screwdriver. Use the wipes to clean optical surfaces, bare fibers, and connector ends.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    For Cable Designation
    Container
    Type
    Each
    26" Lg. Wire Stripper (For 0.12" Max. Cable OD, 600-900 micron Buffer Dia., 250 micron Coating Dia., and 9 micron Core Dia.)
    5 1/2" Lg. Wire Cutter for Kevlar and Soft Wire    		Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2Leather Pouch6294N11000000
    116" Lg. Wire Stripper (For 0.12" Max. Cable OD, 600-900 micron Buffer Dia., 250 micron Coating Dia., and 9 micron Core Dia.)
    5 1/4" Lg. Stripper for 0.19" to 1.13" Dia. Cable Jackets
    2" Lg. Stripper for 0.13" to 0.5" Dia. Cable Jackets
    4 1/2" Lg. Stripper for 0.25" Wd. Flat-Drop Cables
    6" Lg. Wire Cutter for Kevlar and Soft Wire
    8 1/4" Lg. Cutting Pliers
    4" Lg. Ringer for 0.5" to 0.24" Dia. Buffer Tubes
    6 3/4" Lg. Long-Nose Pliers
    7 1/2" Lg. Bit Screwdriver for Phillips and Slotted Drive Styles
    3 3/4" Lg. LED Flashlight
    Five Cable Cleaning Wipes    		Single Mode OS1, Single Mode OS2Fabric Bag6294N12000000

    Easy-Cut Electrical and Data Cable Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Easy-Cut Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Easy-Cut Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C (Shown Extended). Front orientation. Cable Cutters. Easy-Cut Electrical and Data Cable Cutters, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C (Shown Extended)

    Jaws ratchet to increase cutting pressure as you open and close the handles. These cutters minimize wire distortion in aluminum and copper power and communication cable.
    Style A—Style A are for one-handed use.
    Style B—Style B are for use with two hands.
    Style C—Style C are for use with two hands. They have extendable handles. Lengthen the handles for more leverage or shorten them to make the cutters easier to carry around.
    Spring-Assisted Open—Spring-assisted jaws open quickly for fast cutting. Spring-assisted jaws open quickly for fast cutting.
    Cutters
    Jaws
    For Data
    Cable
    For Copper
    Electrical Cable
    For Aluminum
    Electrical Cable
    Style
    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
    For Max.
    Voltage
    Opening Style
    Each
    Each
    AAluminum, Copper1 1/8"1250 MCM23/32"500 MCM7/8"750 MCM10 1/4"SteelSteelPlasticNot RatedSpring Assisted3600A1200000003600A250000000
    AAluminum, Copper1 1/4"1500 MCM7/8"750 MCM7/8"750 MCM10"SteelSteelPlastic1,000V ACManual4935A24000000———0
    BAluminum, Copper2"—2"—2"—27 1/2"SteelSteelRubber
    		Not RatedSpring Assisted3670A10000003670A2000000
    CAluminum, Copper2"1400 MCM2"1400 MCM2"1400 MCM23 5/8" to 31 1/2"SteelAluminum
    		PlasticNot RatedManual5959N110000005959N12000000
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