KNIPEX X-CUT PLIER 160MM (AF)

Description

X-Cut® compact diagonal cutter with high gear ratio, chrome-plated, with multi-component handles. Cuts the thinnest strings as well as multi-core cables and piano strings. Powerful, lightweight and versatile. High cutting power with minimal effort thanks to optimal coordination of cutting edge angle and gear ratio. Box joint design provides highest stability with low weight. Double-supported joint axis for heavy loads. Large opening width for thicker cables. Cuts precisely, even through thin copper strings. Compact, lightweight design. Universally applicable in assembly, maintenance and production. 40% less force required compared to standard diagonal cutters of the same length. Chrome-vanadium heavy steel, forged, repeatedly oil-hardened. Compact tool for heavy tasks. Precise cuts in thin strings, thick cables and spring steel. Thanks to the geometry of the cutting edges and the high-quality chrome-vanadium tool steel, precise cuts in thin copper wires as well as thick, multi-core cables with a diameter of up to 12 mm are possible with the Knipex 73 05 160 X-Cut. The X-Cut cutting edges cut through nails and a wide variety of wires without any problems, right up to spring steel (piano strings). The small tool that saves energy. Due to the very high manual force transmission, around 40% less effort is required compared to conventional diagonal cutters of the same length. Weight of only 175 g, length of only 160 mm and large opening width: ideal statistics for this compact tool. High energy savings thanks to the high manual force transmission ratio. The box joint design of these compact diagonal cutters ensures maximum stability, as the handles of the pliers stabilize each other in the fold: The joint axis of the Knipex 73 05 160 X-Cut is mounted on both sides; the edges of the inner handle of the pliers are guided on both sides. The high-quality chrome plating makes it easy to clean and is also an advantage if the tool is kept permanently in a service vehicle, for e