8" HIGH LEV. DIAG. CUTTER - Knipex

The Knipex 7408200US 8" High Leverage Diagonal Cutter is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics who demand superior cutting performance and durability in automotive and industrial settings. This robust tool delivers exceptional power with significantly reduced effort, making it ideal for continuous, heavy-duty applications. Its professional-grade construction and insulated design ensure reliable operation and user safety across a range of challenging tasks.

Key Features

• High Leverage Design: Requires 20% less effort compared to conventional diagonal cutters of the same length, enhancing efficiency and reducing hand fatigue during prolonged use.
• Durable Construction: Crafted from chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel, forged and multi-stage oil-hardened for exceptional strength and longevity.
• Precision Cutting Edges: Induction-hardened cutting edges to approximately 64 HRC ensure consistently sharp, clean cuts on various wire types, including piano wire, hard wire, and medium-hard wire.
• 1000V Insulated Grips: Multi-component grips are 1000V insulated and ASTM F1505-tested, providing crucial safety for electrical work.
• Forged-on Axle: Features a forged-on axle for heavy-duty work, ensuring smooth operation and enhanced tool life.

Applications

This Knipex high leverage diagonal cutter is an indispensable tool for demanding industrial and electrical environments. It excels in cutting various materials, including hard wires found in engine compartments and industrial machinery, and medium-hard wires common in general electrical installations. Its insulated handles make it suitable for tasks requiring electrical safety, such as automotive electrical system repairs or maintenance on industrial control panels. The tool's ability to cut piano wire also makes it versatile for specialized mechanical applications where tough, high-tensile wire needs to be precisely managed.

Specifications

• Length: 8.1 inches (200 mm)
• Weight: 0.68 lbs (305 g)
• Material: Chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel, forged, oil-hardened
• Handle Type: 1000V Insulated, multi-component, ASTM F1505-tested
• Cutting Capacity (Piano Wire): 3/32"
• Cutting Capacity (Hard Wire): 1/8"
• Cutting Capacity (Medium Hard Wire): 11/64"
• Standards: DIN ISO 5749, ASTM F1505-07, DIN EN/IEC 60900