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    Nonsparking Wire Cutters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire Cutters. Nonsparking Wire Cutters.
    Image of Specification. Wire with Flush Cut Profile. Side1 orientation. Flush.

    Wire with Flush

    Cut Profile

    Made of aluminum bronze that is Factory Mutual approved, these cutters inhibit sparking and are nonmagnetic and corrosion resistant. They satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Cutters produce a deeply pointed, pinched end on the tip of the wire. Use for electrical and general applications. Also known as diagonal-cutting pliers.
    Warning: Do not use this tool in direct contact with acetylene.
    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
    7"FlushSide13/16"Manual0.129"8
    		SoftNonsparkingAluminum Bronze6521A120000000
     

    Nonsparking Metal Tube and Conduit Cutters

    Made of materials that are FM approved, these cutters satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. They're also nonmagnetic.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    For Cutting Tubing and EMT Conduit
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pipe, Tube, and Hose Cutters. Nonsparking 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
    Includes
    Certification
    Each
    For Use On Soft Copper, Hard Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and Steel
    1/8"2"17"17"Beryllium Copper1Aluminum Bronze17"2SmoothReplacement Cutting WheelFM Approved
    		2852N41000000000
     

    Nonsparking Scissors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Scissors. Nonsparking Scissors.
    Made of aluminum-bronze that is FM approved, these scissors satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Cut
    Lg.
    Blade Material
    Handle Material
    Opening
    Style
    Handedness
    Blade Tip
    Shape
    Blade Edge
    Each
    For Cardboard, Paper, Plastic, Rubber
     
    Straight Handle
    8"4 1/2"Aluminum BronzeAluminum Bronze HandleManualRightPointStraight/Straight2907N510000000
     

    Nonsparking Shop Knives

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shop Knives. Nonsparking Shop Knives, Style A.

    Style A

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shop Knives. Nonsparking Shop Knives, Style B.

    Style B

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shop Knives. Nonsparking Shop Knives, Style C.

    Style C

    Made of materials that are Factory Mutual approved, these knives inhibit sparking, resist corrosion, and are nonmagnetic. Warning: Do not use these knives in direct contact with acetylene.
    Style A—Style A is also known as a paring knife.
    Style B—Style B is also known as a butcher knife.
    Style C—Style C is also known as a square point trimmer knife.
    Blade
    Style
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Handle
    Material
    Certification
    Each
    Nickel Copper Blade
    A7"3 1/4"5/8"WoodFM Approved
    		3925A1000000
    B10 1/2"5 3/4"7/8"WoodFM Approved
    		3925A200000
    C9"4"7/8"WoodFM Approved
    		6548A1100000
     

    Nonsparking Electrical Wire Strippers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire and Cable Strippers. Nonsparking Electrical Wire Strippers.
    Made of aluminum bronze that is FM approved, these wire strippers satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Load wire from the front of the stripper.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    For
    Wire Ga.
    Solid
    Stranded
    For Wire
    Construction
    Performance
    Max. Strip
    Lg.
    For Wire/Cable
    Type
    Lg.
    Grip
    Material
    Certification
    Each
    Aluminum Bronze
    12
    		40-5Solid
    Stranded    		Nonsparking0.23"Power6 11/16"PVC
    		FM Approved
    		2679N110000000
     

    Nonsparking Hacksaw Blades

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hacksaw Blades. Nonsparking Hacksaw Blades.
    Made of beryllium copper that is FM approved, these blades satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    Material
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Teeth per
    In.
    Tooth
    Body
    Cut
    Type
    For Use On
    Each
    11 3/4" Long
    1/2"0.0313"18Beryllium CopperBeryllium CopperStraightMetal, Plastic2763N22000000
     

    Nonsparking 0.495" Octagonal-Shank Chisel Bits for Needle Scalers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chisel Bits. Nonsparking 0.495" Octagonal-Shank Chisel Bits for Needle Scalers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 0.495" Octagonal-Shank Chisel Bits for Needle Scalers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 0.495" Octagonal-Shank Chisel Bits for Needle Scalers.
    Made of aluminum bronze that is Factory Mutual approved, this chisel bit inhibits sparking and is nonmagnetic and corrosion resistant. It satisfies OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Use with Air-Powered Needle Scalers/Chiseling Hammers.
    Warning: Do not use this tool in direct contact with acetylene.
    Shank
    Blade
    Wd.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Type
    Size
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Flat Chisel Bit Blade
    2"7 3/4"Octagon0.495"5/8"Aluminum Bronze6472A140000000
     

    Nonsparking 0.401" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chiseling and Riveting Hammers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chisel Bits. Nonsparking 0.401" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chiseling and Riveting Hammers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 0.401" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chiseling and Riveting Hammers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 0.401" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chiseling and Riveting Hammers.
    Made of aluminum bronze that is FM approved, these chisel bits satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Also known as zip gun chisel bits, they’re for use with air-powered hammers.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    Shank
    Blade
    Wd.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Type
    Size
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Offset Chisel Bit Blade
    1 1/4"6 3/4"Round0.401"1 1/4"Aluminum Bronze3008N81000000
     

    Nonsparking Long-Nose Pliers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Long-Nose Pliers. Nonsparking Long-Nose Pliers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking Long-Nose Pliers.
    Safely grip and bend wire in flammable environments. Made of aluminum bronze, these pliers won’t create sparks that could ignite combustible vapors or residues. They're Factory Mutual (FM) approved and help you meet OSHA requirements in areas where flammable materials are present.
    Warning: Do not use in direct contact with acetylene.
    Flat Jaw—The most common style, these pliers have a broad contact area for gripping objects of various shapes.
    Cushion Grip—Absorb pressure to make gripping and squeezing the handles more comfortable. They also add slip resistance for a secure hold.
    Jaw
    For Wire
    Overall
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Opening
    Style
    Texture
    Tip
    Thk.
    Material
    With Wire
    Cutter
    Wire Cutter
    Location
    Max. Wire
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Type
    Certification
    Each
    Standard Nose with Flat Jaw
     
    Cushion Grip
    7"1 1/4"ManualSerrated1/8"Aluminum BronzeYesBase8
    		0.129"SoftFM Approved
    		6544A180000000
     

    Nonsparking Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips. Nonsparking Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips.
    Use these snips for straight cuts. They're also known as tinners' snips. They help meet OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene due to the possible risk of explosion.
    Aluminum Bronze Blade—Blade is made of aluminum bronze.
    Aluminum Bronze Handle—Handle is made of aluminum bronze.
    FM Approved—Handle and blade are FM approved.
    Nonsparking—The handle and blade on these snips inhibit sparking.
    For
    Max. Thk.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Cut
    Lg.
    Steel
    Stainless
    Steel
    Blade Material
    Handle
    Material
    Opening
    Style
    Blade Edge
    Certification
    Performance
    Each
    Cutting Pattern—Straight
     
    For Use On Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Plastic, Stainless Steel, Steel, and Tin
    8"2"1/32"1/32"Aluminum BronzeAluminum BronzeManualStraight × StraightFM Approved
    		Nonsparking6514A210000000
    12"3"1/32"1/32"Aluminum BronzeAluminum BronzeManualStraight × StraightFM Approved
    		Nonsparking6514A25000000
     

    Nonsparking Wire-Gripping Pliers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Wire-Gripping Pliers. Nonsparking Wire-Gripping Pliers.
    Made of aluminum bronze that is FM approved, these nonmagnetic pliers satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Also known as lineman’s and combination pliers, use them to pull, bend, and cut wire. They have plastic grips for comfort.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    Jaw
    For
    Wire
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max.
    Cap.
    Lg.
    Opening
    Style
    Texture
    Material
    Max.
    Ga.
    Max.
    Dia.
    Type
    Certification
    Magnetic
    Properties
    Performance
    Each
    Flat Jaws and Cushion Grip
    8 1/2"1"1 3/8"ManualSerratedAluminum Bronze10
    		0.102"SoftFM Approved
    		NonmagneticNonmagnetic, Nonsparking6454A110000000
     

    Steel Drum Head Cutters

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Drum Head Cutters. Steel Drum Head Cutters.
    Remove the top from a steel drum leaving a clean edge and lip. The drum can then be used with Steel Drum Covers. Also known as drum deheaders, these cutters are for occasional use. Turn the knob to clamp the cutter onto a drum, then push down and pull up on the handle to cut around the head.
    Copper Blade—Copper is nonsparking for use with flammable materials.
    Cutters
    Replacement
    Blades
    Drum
    Cap., gal.
    Min.
    Max.
    For Max.
    Drum Lip Ga.
    Blade
    Material
    Material
    Overall
    Lg.
    Performance
    Each
    Each
    305516CopperSteel
    		20 1/2"Nonsparking3778A1300000003778A15000000

    Nonsparking Awls

    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Awls. Nonsparking Awls.
    Made of aluminum bronze that is FM approved, these awls reduce the risk of creating sparks when scraped, struck, or dropped. They help you meet OSHA requirements when punching or aligning holes and scribing lines in hazardous environments with flammable vapors, liquids, or dust. They’re also nonmagnetic and resist corrosion. Use them everywhere from oil refineries to chemical plants.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene due to the possible risk of explosion.
    Ultra Grip—A soft plastic coating and contoured shape secure your grip. These awls reduce strain to help prevent cramping and soreness during repetitive tasks.
    Handle
    Blade
    Material
    Style
    Material
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Certification
    Each
    Ultra Grip
    PlasticScrewdriverAluminum Bronze4"7 1/2"FM Approved
    		6453A12000000
     

    Nonsparking 0.680" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chipping Hammers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chisel Bits. Nonsparking 0.680" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chipping Hammers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 0.680" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chipping Hammers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 0.680" Round-Shank Chisel Bits for Chipping Hammers.
    Made of aluminum bronze that is Factory Mutual approved, these chisel bits inhibit sparking and are nonmagnetic and corrosion resistant. They satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Use with air-powered chipping hammers.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    Shank
    Blade
    Wd.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Type
    Size
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Flat Chisel Bit Blade
    1 1/2"7 3/4"Round0.680"3"Aluminum Bronze6470A110000000
    2 1/2"9"Round0.680"3"Aluminum Bronze6470A13000000
     

    Nonsparking 1 1/8" Hex-Shank Chisel Bits for Pavement-Breaker Hammers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chisel Bits. Nonsparking 1 1/8" Hex-Shank Chisel Bits for Pavement-Breaker Hammers, Flat Chisel Bit Blade.

    Flat Chisel Bit Blade

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chisel Bits. Nonsparking 1 1/8" Hex-Shank Chisel Bits for Pavement-Breaker Hammers, Pointed Chisel Bit Blade.

    Pointed Chisel Bit Blade

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 1 1/8" Hex-Shank Chisel Bits for Pavement-Breaker Hammers.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Nonsparking 1 1/8" Hex-Shank Chisel Bits for Pavement-Breaker Hammers.
    Made of aluminum bronze that is Factory Mutual approved, these chisel bits inhibit sparking and are nonmagnetic and corrosion resistant. They satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Use with electric and air-powered pavement-breaker hammers.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    Shank
    Blade
    Wd.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Type
    Size
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Flat Chisel Bit Blade
    3"18"Hex1 1/8"6"Aluminum Bronze6456A10000000
     
    Pointed Chisel Bit Blade
    2"21"Hex1 1/8"6"Aluminum Bronze6455A1000000
     

    Nonsparking Hacksaws

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hacksaws. Nonsparking Hacksaws.
    Made of materials that are FM approved, these hacksaws have an aluminum bronze frame and a beryllium copper blade. They satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
    Hacksaws
    Replacement
    Blades
    Material
    For Blade
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Throat
    Dp.
    Frame
    Handle
    Blade
    Replaceable
    Includes
    Each
    Each
    11 3/4"21 1/4"3 3/4"Aluminum BronzePlasticYesOne 11 3/4" Lg. Beryllium Copper Blade for Metal and Plastic (18 Teeth per Inch)2763N2100000002763N22000000

    Nonsparking Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Nonsparking Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    Drill safely in flammable environments. Made of beryllium copper, these bits won’t create sparks that could ignite upon contact with combustible vapors or residues. They're Factory Mutual (FM) approved and help you meet OSHA requirements in areas where flammable materials are present.
    Do not use these bits in direct contact with acetylene. Dust from beryllium copper can be toxic, so don't grind or sharpen them.
    Jobbers' Length—These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Mfr.
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Uncoated
    1/8"
    		0.125"
    		2 3/8"0.98"Round
    		1/8"Standard
    		Aven Tool7170N1140000000
    3/16"
    		0.1875"
    		3 5/32"1.18"Round
    		3/16"Standard
    		Aven Tool7170N118000000
    1/4"
    		0.25"
    		3 15/16"1.58"Round
    		1/4"Standard
    		Aven Tool7170N119000000
    3/8"
    		0.375"
    		6 5/16"3.35"Round
    		3/8"Standard
    		Aven Tool7170N122000000
     

    Nonsparking Chisels for Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Chisels. Nonsparking Chisels for Metal.
    FM approved for use in hazardous environments, these nonmagnetic, corrosion-resistant aluminum-bronze chisels inhibit sparking. They help meet OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. They're also known as cold chisels.
    Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene due to the possible risk of explosion.
    Blade
    Wd.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Standard End with Smooth Handle
     
    Straight Tip
    1/4"5 1/4"Aluminum Bronze6458A72000000
    7/16"5 3/4"Aluminum Bronze6458A8100000
    9/16"6 1/2"Aluminum Bronze6458A8900000
    9/16"12"Aluminum Bronze6458A8200000
    11/16"9 1/8"Aluminum Bronze6458A9100000
    3/4"6"Aluminum Bronze6458A7400000
    3/4"9"Aluminum Bronze6458A9200000
    13/16"8"Aluminum Bronze6458A7500000
    7/8"9"Aluminum Bronze6458A9300000
    7/8"12"Aluminum Bronze6458A9600000
    1 1/16"9 1/4"Aluminum Bronze6458A9400000
     
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