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Top rated Side-cutting pliers

Here’s a ranking of the top rated Side-cutting pliers. To give you a quick overview, we’ve added the most important information about each product. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.

1. Knipex Electronic Super Knips

Electronic Super Knips. Precision pliers for ultra fine cutting work, e. g. in electronics and fine mechanics Ground, very sharp cutting edges without bevel Precisely shaped tips cut wires close to a surface from Ø 0.2 mm Shear cut with controlled micro cutting edge misalignment for the most precise cutting of even the thinnest of wires and for a long service life Extremely smooth movement for minimum operator fatigue With opening spring and opening limiter. . Capacity half-moon Capacity in square millimetres Square drive Capacity square Capacity step-like square Capacity triangular Clamping width hexagon Clamping width round Clamping width square Clamping width 

2. Knipex Electronic Super Knips 78 71 125

The 78 71 125 Electronic Super Knips are precision pliers designed for ultra-fine cutting tasks, making them ideal for electronics and precision mechanics. They feature ground, very sharp cutting edges without bevels. The precisely shaped tips allow for cutting wires up to a diameter of 0.2 mm in direct contact with a surface. The shear cut is designed with a controlled micro-cutting edge misalignment to ensure the most precise cutting of even the thinnest wires and to secure a long lifespan. The joint is secured with a stainless steel rivet, allowing for extremely smooth movement to minimize operator fatigue. These pliers are equipped with an opening spring and an opening limiter, as well as a wire catcher to prevent uncontrolled loss of cut wire ends. The cutting edges are additionally induction-hardened, with a cutting edge hardness of approximately 64 HRC. Made from special tool steel and ground, the specifications include:
- Cutting capacities for medium-hard wires (diameter): Ø 1.2 mm
- Cutting capacities for soft wires (diameter): Ø 0.2 – 1.6 mm
- Head width (A): 13.5 mm.
 

3. Knipex Diagonal Cutter

Side cutter. The indispensable side cutter for versatile use. High-quality material and precise workmanship ensure a long service life. Precision cutting for soft and hard wire. Clean cuts on thin copper wires, even at the cutting tips. Slim head shape for use in hard-to-reach work areas. Capacity for half-moon, capacity in mm², square connection capacity, square capacity, step square capacity, triangular clamping range, hexagonal clamping range, round clamping range, square clamping span. 

4. Knipex Electronic Super Knips ESD

The electronic Super Knips ESD are precision pliers designed for ultra-fine cutting tasks, making them ideal for electronics and precision mechanics. They feature electrically conductive handles, very sharp cutting edges without a bevel, and a shear cut with controlled micro-cut edge misalignment to ensure precise cutting of even the thinnest wires and to guarantee a long lifespan. The joint is secured with a stainless steel rivet, allowing for extremely smooth movement to minimize operator fatigue. The pliers are equipped with an opening spring and an opening limiter. 

5. Knipex CoBolt

The Knipex CoBolt features precise cutting edges designed for soft, hard, and piano wire. It effectively cuts bolts, nails, rivets, and more up to a diameter of 5.2 mm. The efficient joint design ensures exceptional cutting performance with minimal effort. The cutting edges are also induction-hardened, with a cutting edge hardness of approximately 64 HRC. 

6. Knipex Electricians' Shears

Electricians' Shears Precisely ground blades with fine serration for a clean, non-slip cut Cutting edge with integrated cable cutter With plastic belt pouch. Handles with multi-component grips, fibreglass-reinforced Universal shears for electricians Cutting edges made from stainless steel, hardness of cutting edges 56 HRC.Capacity half-moon Capacity in square millimetres Square drive Capacity square Capacity step-like square Capacity triangular Clamping width hexagon Clamping width round Clamping width square Clamping width 

7. Knipex Cable Shears

Cable shears for cutting copper and aluminium single conductors as well as multiple stranded cables. Clean and smooth cut without crushing and deformation. Not suitable for steel wire and hard drawn copper conductors. Precision-ground, hardened blades with guard. Adjustable bolted joint and self-retaining screw. Capacity half-moon, capacity in square millimetres, square drive capacity, capacity step-like square, capacity triangular, clamping width hexagon, clamping width round, clamping width square. 

8. Park Tool Cn-10

The CN-10 is made of cold-forged, heat-treated steel and features particularly sharp and precise blades. The anatomically shaped handles fit perfectly in the hand. It is equipped with an integrated clamp for pull caps and a former for casing ends and end caps. Caution: The CN-10 must not be used for spokes under any circumstances. 

9. Knipex High Leverage Diagonal Cutter

High-performance diagonal cutting pliers designed for heavy, continuous use. They provide high cutting performance with minimal effort due to the optimal coordination of cutting edge angle and leverage ratio. The precise cutting edges are additionally induction hardened, with a cutting edge hardness of approximately 64 HRC, making them suitable for all types of wire, including piano wire. 

10. Knipex Diagonal Cutter 70 02 180 SB

The 70 02 180 SB Diagonal Cutter is an essential tool for versatile applications. It is made from high-quality materials and precise craftsmanship, ensuring a long lifespan. The precision cutting edges are designed for both soft and hard wires, allowing for clean cuts of thin copper wires, even at the cutting edges. The cutting edges are additionally induction-hardened, with a cutting edge hardness of about 62 HRC. Its slim head makes it suitable for use in tight spaces, and it features a bevel. The product is available on a self-service card or in blister packaging.

- Cutting capacities for soft wires (diameter): Ø 4.0 mm
- Cutting capacities for medium-hard wires (diameter): Ø 3.0 mm
- Cutting capacities for hard wires (diameter): Ø 2.5 mm.
 

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