Which materials can this cable shear cut?

It cuts single, multi, and fine-wire copper and aluminium cables up to 50 mm² or 15 mm in diameter.

Can this tool cut steel wire or hard-drawn copper?

No, it is not suitable for steel wire, wire rope, or hard-drawn copper wire.

What is the total length of this Gedore cable shear?

The overall length of this shear is 170 mm.

Does the Gedore 8090-170 TL feature an opening spring?

Yes, it includes an integrated opening spring for comfortable one-handed operation.

What type of grip handles are fitted?

The handles feature dip-coated plastic sleeves for a secure and comfortable grip.

GEDORE 8090-170 TL cable cutter plastic covered 170 mm - 2959720

Name: GEDORE 8090-170 TL cable cutter plastic covered 170 mm - 2959720
Brand: GEDORE
SKU: 02716095
Price: 36.95 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: GEDORE 2959720 | EAN 4010886946886

Recommended Retail Price €59.05

36.95 tax incl.

€30.54 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 16/11/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 16/11/2026
Shipping costs €11.99 VAT included | Free shipping for orders over a total amount of 125 euros
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Delivered from Belgium

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Clean and effortless cable cutting

Practical benefits

Gedore cutting precision: You cut copper and aluminium cables up to 50 mm² cleanly without crushing or deforming the cable core.
Smooth one-handed operation: The built-in opening spring allows you to work comfortably with minimal hand fatigue during repetitive cuts.
Inductively hardened cutting edges: Precision-ground blade geometry delivers lasting sharpness and exceptional cutting performance on fine-wire conductors.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Gedore 8090-170 tl cable shears, you cut copper and aluminium cables up to 50 mm² or 15 mm diameter cleanly and effortlessly. Precision-ground, inductively hardened cutting edges prevent crushing and deformation, keeping conductor cores perfectly intact. Measuring a compact 170 mm in length, this tool is ideal for wiring jobs in control cabinets and meter boxes. The built-in opening spring allows smooth one-handed operation during repetitive tasks, while the dip-coated handles ensure a comfortable and secure grip.

Product information FAQ

€36.95

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Length: 170 mm

Product description

For cutting single-, multi- and fine-wire copper and aluminium cables up to Ø 15 mm / 50 mm²
Effortless, clean cut
For one-handed operation
No pinching, no cable deformation
Not suitable for steel wire, cable wire and hard copper wire
Opening spring for reduced working fatigue
Cutting edges additionally induction-hardened
High-precision grinding for optimum power transmission and new cutting edge geometry
Seamless screw joint, with clamping device
Special tool steel, forged, brown-finished
With submerged handle guard

All Features

Length: 170 mm
Material: Quenched and tempered steel
Wire/cable diameter: 15
Retrofittable: No
Handle material: Underwater grip protection
Overall length [inch]: 6.3/4
Cable cross-section [mm²]: 50
Surface area: burnished
Overall length [mm]: 170 mm

Brand GEDORE
02716095
EAN 4010886946886
Supplier number GEDORE 2959720

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which materials can this cable shear cut?: It cuts single, multi, and fine-wire copper and aluminium cables up to 50 mm² or 15 mm in diameter.
Can this tool cut steel wire or hard-drawn copper?: No, it is not suitable for steel wire, wire rope, or hard-drawn copper wire.
What is the total length of this Gedore cable shear?: The overall length of this shear is 170 mm.
Does the Gedore 8090-170 TL feature an opening spring?: Yes, it includes an integrated opening spring for comfortable one-handed operation.
What type of grip handles are fitted?: The handles feature dip-coated plastic sleeves for a secure and comfortable grip.