Diag-Cutting Pliers Hi-Leverage Angled Head 8" - Klein Tools

The Klein Tools D248-8 Hi-Leverage Angled Head Diag-Cutting Pliers deliver superior cutting power and enhanced access for professional automotive, industrial, and electrical applications. These 8-inch diagonal cutters feature a high-leverage design and an angled head, engineered to minimize hand effort and reduce strain during prolonged use in demanding work environments.

Key Features

• High-Leverage Design: The pivot point is positioned closer to the cutting edge, providing significantly greater cutting power compared to standard designs, making cutting through tougher materials less strenuous.
• 8-Inch Angled Head: Improves reach and maneuverability into cramped engine compartments, fuse boxes, junction boxes, and control panels where traditional straight cutters might struggle to fit.
• Induction-Hardened Cutting Edges: Precision-hardened cutting knives maintain their sharpness, delivering consistent and clean cuts on copper, aluminum, and various steel wires over time.
• Forged, Heat-Treated Steel Construction: Built for exceptional durability, these pliers resist wear, deformation, and joint looseness, ensuring long-term reliability in professional shop and field conditions.
• Made in USA: Crafted with custom, US-made tool steel, these pliers offer exceptional quality and dependable performance, meeting the rigorous demands of professional use.

Applications

These diagonal cutting pliers are ideal for professional auto technicians, fleet maintenance personnel, and industrial electricians. Common uses include efficiently cutting automotive primary wire, harness ties, and small fasteners in tight engine bays. They are also well-suited for trimming copper and aluminum conductors in electrical panels and control cabinets, as well as working with control, communication, and low-voltage wiring. The D248-8 is a valuable tool for tasks on passenger cars, light trucks, and heavy-duty equipment where limited access frequently presents a challenge.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Klein Tools
• Model Number: D248-8
• Tool Type: Hi-leverage diagonal cutting pliers, angled head
• Overall Length: 8 in (20.3 cm)
• Weight: 0.75 lb (0.34 kg)