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Static-Control Optical Fiber Cutters with Carbide Blades

Oval Head

Wire with

Semi-Flush Cut

Profile

Cut cleanly through the thin optical fibers found in fiber optic cable, including those protected by Kevlar, without building up electrostatic discharge (ESD). Made of tungsten carbide, the blades on these cutters are the hardest, longest lasting ones in our wire cutter offering. To prevent damage to sensitive components, the grips drain static away from the blades. The spring-assisted jaws open automatically when you release the handles. Also known as diagonal-cutting pliers.

				Jaw		For Wire
	Overall Lg.	Cut Profile	Cutting Edge Location	Lg.	Opening Style	Max. Dia.	Max. Ga.	Type	Performance	Material		Each
Oval Head and Cushion Grip



		4 1/2"	Semi-Flush	Side	1/2"	Spring Assisted	9 μm 0.057"	__ 15	Optical Fiber Soft, Hardened, Kevlar	Antistatic, Static Control	Steel	5760A21	0000000

Dual Retracting-Blade Utility Knives

With Dual-Retracting Blades

Switch from one blade shape to another without carrying multiple knives. These knives hold two blades that you extend or retract with separate slide buttons. Only one blade can be extended at a time—retract it when not in use to prevent accidental cuts. These knives have a curved handle that’s comfortable to hold.

	Blade					No. of					Handle
	Lg.	Wd.	Thk.	Material	Blade Position	Usable Blades	Blades Included	Blade Replaceable	With Blade Storage in Handle	Closed Lg.	Material	Color	Type	Grip Texture		Each
For Cardboard, Cork, Fabric, Kevlar, Leather, Paper, Plastic, Rubber



		2 7/16", 1 7/8"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Fully Extended, Halfway Extended, Tip Extended	2	2	Yes	Yes	6 7/8"	Metal	Gray	Curved	Ribbed	6025N11	000000

Replacement Blades


1	3	7

8	9

	Blade
Style	Lg.	Wd.	Thk.	Material	Edge	Includes	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.024"	Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Steel	Straight	—	5	38755A32	00000
1	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.024"	Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Steel	Straight	—	100	38755A33	00000
1	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.024"	Steel	Straight	—	100	38755A29	00000
1	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.025"	High-Speed Steel	Straight	Dispenser	50	5237A34	00000
1	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	—	5	38755A22	0000
1	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	—	100	38755A23	00000
1	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.036"	Stainless Steel	Straight	—	100	4927A73	000000
1	2 1/2"	3/4"	0.025"	High-Speed Steel	Straight	—	5	5237A31	0000
3	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.025"	Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated High-Speed Steel	Straight	—	5	5237A41	0000
3	2 3/8"	3/4"	0.025"	Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated High-Speed Steel	Straight	Dispenser	100	5237A43	00000
7	2 1/2"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Serrated	—	5	4861A41	0000
7	2 1/2"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Serrated	—	50	4861A42	00000
7	2 1/2"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Serrated	Dispenser	100	4861A43	00000
8	2"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	—	5	38755A26	0000
8	2"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	—	100	38755A27	00000
8	2 1/4"	3/4"	0.024"	Steel	Straight	—	100	38755A28	00000
8	2 1/4"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	—	5	4923A43	0000
8	2 1/4"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	Dispenser	100	4923A42	00000
9	1 7/8"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	—	5	38755A54	0000
9	1 7/8"	3/4"	0.025"	Steel	Straight	—	100	38755A55	00000

Easy-Cut Scissors for Kevlar and Abrasive Materials


Fine-Point Blade Tip	Pointed-Blade Tip

After each cut, the jaws spring open to make continuous cutting easy. The blades are serrated to grip material and prevent slipping.

Chrome-Plated Steel—Chrome-plated steel blades are more durable than uncoated steel blades.

	Handle Material	Opening Style	Handedness	Blade Tip Shape	Blade Edge		Each
For Fabric, Kevlar







	Straight Handle

	5 3/4"	7/8"	Uncoated Carbon Steel	Rubber Handle	Spring Action	Right, Left	Fine Point	Serrated/Straight	3897A21	000000


	For Fabric, Kevlar, Metal, Plastic







					Straight Handle

					6 1/2"	5/8"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Plastic-Coated Steel Handle	Spring Action	Right, Left	Point	Serrated/Serrated	3897A12	00000


					6 3/4"	1"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Plastic-Coated Steel Handle	Spring Action	Right, Left	Point	Serrated/Serrated	3897A18	00000

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, Kevlar	3/4"	500 MCM	8 1/4"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	4938A31	000000

Scissors for Kevlar and Abrasive Materials


Style A	Style B	Style C

Style D	Style E

Cut through the strong fibers of Kevlar. These scissors have at least one serrated edge that grips material to prevent slipping.

Offset Handle—Offset handles keep your hand clear of the material as you cut on flat surfaces.

Chrome-Plated Steel—Chrome plating increases blade durability.

Titanium Carbide (TiC)-Coated Blade—Titanium carbide blades resist corrosion and have long-lasting sharpness.

Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium nitride (TiN)-coated blades resist corrosion and have long-lasting sharpness. They are also nonstick and three times harder than uncoated steel blades.

Stainless Steel Blade—Stainless steel blades resist corrosion.

Large Handle—Large handles are more comfortable than standard handles if you’re wearing gloves or have large hands.

Blunt Point—Blunt-point tips are rounded to prevent snags and injury.

					Handle
	Style	Overall Lg.	Cut Lg.	Blade Material	Material	Relative Size	Opening Style	Handedness	Blade Tip Shape	Blade Edge		Each
For Kevlar







				Straight Handle

				A	5"	1 7/8"	Uncoated Stainless Steel	Plastic Handle	Standard	Manual	Right, Left	Blunt Point	Serrated/Straight	2498A105	000000


				A	7"	2 1/2"	Uncoated Stainless Steel	Plastic Handle	Standard	Manual	Right, Left	Blunt Point	Serrated/Straight	2498A106	00000
				B	5"	1 1/2"	Uncoated Carbon Steel	Plastic Handle	Large	Manual	Right, Left	Point	Serrated/Serrated	2498A104	00000




						Offset Handle

						C	8"	2 7/8"	Titanium Carbide (TiC)-Coated Stainless Steel	Rubber Handle	Large	Manual	Right	Point	Serrated/Serrated	2498A101	00000


						C	9"	3 1/4"	Titanium Carbide (TiC)-Coated Stainless Steel	Rubber Handle	Large	Manual	Right	Point	Serrated/Serrated	2498A102	00000
						C	10"	4 3/8"	Titanium Carbide (TiC)-Coated Stainless Steel	Rubber Handle	Large	Manual	Right	Point	Serrated/Serrated	2498A103	00000


						For Kevlar, Dyneema Fiber







										Offset Handle

										D	8"	2 1/2"	Uncoated Steel	Plastic Handle	Standard	Manual	Right, Left	Point	Serrated/Straight	2498A601	00000


										For Kevlar, Metal







														Offset Handle

														D	8"	3"	Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Carbon Steel	Plastic Handle	Standard	Manual	Right	Point	Serrated/Serrated	2498A28	00000


														E	10"	3 3/4"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Chrome-Plated Steel Handle	Large	Manual	Right	Blunt Point	Serrated/Serrated	2498A27	00000
														E	10"	3 3/4"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Chrome-Plated Steel Handle	Standard	Manual	Left	Blunt Point	Serrated/Serrated	2498A29	00000

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.

	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 Handle	Manual	Right, Left	Point	Serrated/Straight	Wire-Cutting Notch	Nylon Pouch with Belt Loop	7388N11	000000

High-Force Scissors for Kevlar and Abrasive Materials

For extra leverage to cut through Kevlar, metal, and plastics, these scissors have long handles and short blades. The blades are plated for added durability. One blade is serrated to grip material and prevent slipping.

	Handle Material	Opening Style	Handedness	Blade Tip Shape	Blade Edge		Each
For Fabric, Kevlar, Metal, Plastic







	Straight Handle

	8 5/8"	2"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Chrome-Plated Steel Handle	Manual	Right	Point	Straight/Serrated	36875A12	000000

Insulation-Melting Wire Strippers

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.

											Electrical
Temp. Setting Adjustability	For Max. Wire Dia.	For Wire Insulation Material	For Wire Construction	Heating Element Material	Max. Strip Lg.	Certification	Overall Lg.	Wattage, W	Voltage, V AC	Housing Material	Connection	No. of Blades	NEMA Type	Includes		Each



	Adjustable	0.5"	ETFE PTFE PVC PVDF Nylon Polyethylene Silicone Rubber	Solid Stranded	Nickel	1 13/32"	UL Listed	6.333"	76	120	Plastic	Straight Blade	3	5-15	Tips Stand	69165K71	0000000

Wire Stripper Tips

		Pair
Tips for 28-18 Wire Gauge	69165K713	0000000
Tips for 38-26 Wire Gauge	69165K714	000000
Replacement Tips	69165K712	000000

Ultra-Sharp Breakaway Blades

Also known as double-honed blades, these blades are sharpened on both sides, so they can be used on hard-to-cut materials such as Kevlar and rubber. Match your blade to the dimensions.

		Blade					Small Pack			Large Pack
	Style	Lg.	Wd.	Thk.	Edge	No. of Segments per Blade	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
For Use On Kevlar, Rubber







				Steel Blade

				1	3 1/8"	9 mm (0.354")	0.015"	Straight	13	50	24995A63	000000	300	24995A632	0000000


				1	3 7/8"	18 mm (0.709")	0.02"	Straight	8	10	24995A53	00000	50	24995A54	00000
				1	5"	25 mm (0.984")	0.03"	Straight	7	20	24995A74	00000	120	24995A742	000000

Cable Saws for Wood

Cut through branches and logs in hard-to-reach areas. Made of flexible cable, these saws are thinner and more lightweight than traditional saws. They fit in compact spaces for easy carrying. All are stainless steel, so they're strong and durable. They also won't rust when exposed to water.

Nylon Handle—Wrap saws with nylon handles around your wrist for extra leverage and comfort when making tough cuts.

	Lg.
	Overall	Cable	Material	Flexibility		Each
Nylon Handle



		39"	24"	Stainless Steel	Flexible	4884N12	00000

Coaxial Cable Strippers


	Three Coaxial Cable Layers Stripped

For three-layer stripping, this stripper includes a replaceable blade cartridge, four V-blocks to accommodate a variety of cable outer diameters, and an L-key to adjust blade height.

	For Coax. Cable Rating	No. of Coax. Cable Layers Stripped	Max. Strip Lg. (A)	Max. Strip Lg. (B)	For Wire/Cable Type	Lg.	Includes		Each
Nylon



	RG-178/U	General Purpose	3	0.24"	0.24"	Coaxial	3 1/2"	Four V-Blocks L-Key	7141K1	000000

Replacement Blade Cartridges

Three Coaxial Cable

Layers Stripped

Function	For Cable Designation	For Coax. Cable Rating	Max. Strip Lg. (A)	Max. Strip Lg. (B)	No. of Coax. Cable Layers Stripped		Each
Stripper	RG-178/U	General Purpose	0.24"	0.24"	3	7141K2	000000
Stripper	RG-178/U	General Purpose	0.33"	0.11"	3	7141K3	00000

Scraper Utility Knives

Pivoting Blade

Switch between scraping and cutting with these two-in-one knives.

Pivoting Blade—Knives with pivoting blades can scrape or cut at many angles. Loosen the ratchet on the handle to position the blade. The blade works as both a scraping and cutting edge.

	Knives															Replacement Blades
		Blade								Handle
	Blade Type	Lg.	Wd.	Thk.	Material	No. of Blades Included	With Blade Storage in Handle	Overall Lg.	Range of Motion	Material	Color	Type	Grip Texture		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
For Cardboard, Cork, Fabric, Kevlar, Leather, Paper, Plastic, Rubber



		Pivoting	1 11/16"	1 11/16"	0.023"	Stainless Steel	6	No	9 1/2"	180°	Plastic	Yellow	Straight	Ribbed	6505N13	000000	3	6505N14	00000

Wood T-Slot Fixture Table Kits

Cut T-tracks into wood to create your own router jigs, assembly tables, and other woodworking fixtures. These kits come with a router bit to cut tracks and a setup gauge to ensure the bit cuts at the correct depth. They also come with clamps that are sized to fit the tracks. Cut tracks in the pattern you need, then slide the clamps into the tracks to hold workpieces.

Clamps												Replacement Fixture Clamps				Replacement Bar Clamps
		Router Bit		Fixture Clamp			Bar Clamp
No. of Pieces	Includes	Shank Size	Material	Screw Lg.	Adjustment Mechanism	Nut Material	Opening Range	Reach Lg.	Bar Material		Each	No. of Pieces	Screw Lg.		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
10	1 Dovetail Router Bit 1 Setup Gauge 6 Fixture Clamps for Dovetail Track 2 Bar Clamps for Dovetail Track	1/2"	Carbide	3/4", 1", 1 1/2"	Knob, Screw	Nylon	0" to 5 3/8"	2 3/8"	Steel	9959N11	0000000	8	3/4", 1", 1 1/2", 2"	9959N13	000000	2	9959N12	000000

Accessories for Clamps

Clamps


Pistol-Grip Bar Clamp	Ratcheting Bar Clamp

Pistol-Grip Bar Clamps—Use pistol-grip bar clamps for delicate surfaces. They have a large clamp pad that won’t damage your workpiece. Slide the handle down the bar until it’s flush with your workpiece, then squeeze to lock it in place. Release these clamps with a trigger on the handle.

Ratcheting Bar Clamps—Ratcheting bar clamps are easy to position—pull the ratchet handle toward the bar to tighten against your workpiece, then press a button to release. A ratchet lock keeps them from loosening from vibration. A spring on the handle presses against the bar to keep it from sliding, even if it’s hanging upside down.

Component	Opening Range	Reach Lg.	Bar Material	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Pistol-Grip Bar Clamp	0" to 6 1/4"	2 1/2"	Steel	2	9959N15	000000
Ratcheting Bar Clamp	0" to 7"	3"	Steel	1	9959N14	00000

Clamp Jaw Pads

Attach clamp jaw pads to the cap of bar clamps included in your kit for a better grip on workpieces. They have V-shaped grooves that apply pressure from two sides, so they can hug round workpieces or hold flat pieces at an angle.

Material	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Nylon	4	9959N16	000000

Electrical Cable Strippers

The blade on these strippers swivels so you can make end and center strips when removing the outer insulation on cable.

Strippers									Replacement Blades
For Cable OD	For Wire Construction	For Outer Jacket Material	For Max. Outer Jacket Thk.	Lg.	Blade Material	Handle Material		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1/4" to 3/4"	Solid, Stranded	Neoprene, Nylon, Polyethylene, Polyimide, PTFE, PVC	1/8"	5 3/4"	Steel	ABS	7312K11	000000	2	7312K13	000000
1/4" to 1 3/4"	Solid, Stranded	Neoprene, Nylon, Polyethylene, Polyimide, PTFE, PVC	1/8"	6 1/2"	Steel	Nylon	7312K14	000000	—	———	0
3/4" to 1 1/2"	Solid, Stranded	Neoprene, Nylon, Polyethylene, Polyimide, PTFE, PVC	1/8"	6 3/8"	Steel	ABS	7312K12	00000	2	7312K13	00000

Portable Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting Equipment Totes

Style B

Create a mobile oxyacetylene welding and cutting kit. These totes have storage areas for two tanks and a torch.

Style B—Roll these totes to your job site. They can hold a single size B cylinder for air-acetylene jobs, or one MC cylinder and one R cylinder for oxyacetylene jobs. A metal sleeve stores hot tips immediately after use so you don’t have to wait for them to cool. Multiple accessory pockets keep your torch, hoses, and other tools organized.

	For Use With Acetylene		For Use With Oxygen			Overall
	For Tank Cap., cu. ft.	For Cylinder Size	For Tank Cap., cu. ft.	For Cylinder Size	For No. of Cylinders	Ht.	Wd.	Dp.	Material	Color	Features		Each
Style B



		10 40	MC B	20	R	1 or 2	29" to 39"	7 1/2"	7 3/8"	Nylon	Black, Red	Telescoping Handle	7984A108	0000000

Ratcheting Electrical Cable Strippers

Get more leverage when cutting through heavy duty cable jackets with these ratcheting cable strippers. The knob lets you adjust your cutting depth to avoid slicing into conductors. One complete turn moves the blade 1 mm.

Strippers										Replacement Blades
For Cable OD	For Wire Construction	For Outer Jacket Material	For Max. Outer Jacket Thk.	Lg.	Blade Material	Handle Material	Features		Each		Each
1" to 2"	Stranded	Neoprene, Nylon, Polyethylene, PTFE, PVC	3/16"	6"	Steel	ABS	Adjustable Cutting Guide	4823N11	0000000	4823N12	000000