Is this high leverage diagonal cutter suitable for piano wire?

Yes, the induction-hardened cutting edges can cut piano wire up to a diameter of 3.0 mm.

What is the cutting capacity for hard wire?

The cutter cuts hard wire up to Ø 3.5 mm and medium-hard wire up to Ø 4.6 mm.

Is this tool insulated for live electrical work?

No, the plastic coated handles are not VDE insulated for working on energized electrical circuits.

What is the advantage of this 250 mm high leverage model?

The forged-on joint axle and lever design require 20% less effort compared to standard diagonal cutters.

KNIPEX 74 01 250 power side cutters plastic-coated black atramentised 250 mm

Name: KNIPEX 74 01 250 power side cutters plastic-coated black atramentised 250 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 41190096
Price: 32.2 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: KNIPEX 74 01 250 | EAN 4003773034063

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€26.61 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Maximum cutting leverage with minimal effort

Practical benefits

High Knipex leverage cutting transmission: You effortlessly cut through hard materials and piano wire due to the optimized cutting edge angle and joint ratio.
Forged joint axle stability: The heavy-duty forged-on axle provides continuous smooth operation without wobbling during demanding cutting jobs.
Induction hardened precision edges: You achieve clean cuts and long tool life on various wire types with oil-hardened vanadium steel blades.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 74 01 250 high leverage diagonal cutter, you cut through tough materials with minimal hand effort. Its forged-on joint axle and optimized transmission ratio require 20% less effort compared to standard diagonal cutters. The induction-hardened precision cutting edges stay sharp longer, cleanly slicing hard wire up to ø 3.5 mm and piano wire up to ø 3.0 mm. Featuring an extended length of 250 mm, it delivers powerful leverage and extra reach for demanding assembly, workshop, and construction jobs. The plastic coated handles provide a secure and comfortable grip throughout heavy, continuous cutting tasks.

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€32.20

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Material (Handle): Plastic
Length: 250 mm

Product description

For very high and lasting load
Large cutting capacity at low effort thanks to optimum matching of cutting angle and gear ratio
Extra induction-hardened precision cutting edges (hardness is approx. 64 HRC), for all wire types, including piano wire

Documents

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All Features

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Material (handle): Plastic
Length: 250 mm
Cutting value cu cable, multiple stranded: Ø 0,0
Handle: plastic-coated
Cutting capacities semi-hard wire (diameter): Ø 4.6 mm
Cutting capacities soft wire (diameter): Ø 3.5 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Cutting capacities piano wire (diameter): Ø 3.0 mm
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Dimensions: 250 x 54 x 16 mm
Cup: polished
Weight: 391 g
Standard: DIN ISO 5749
Tang: black atramentized

Brand KNIPEX
41190096
EAN 4003773034063
Supplier number KNIPEX 74 01 250

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Is this high leverage diagonal cutter suitable for piano wire?: Yes, the induction-hardened cutting edges can cut piano wire up to a diameter of 3.0 mm.
What is the cutting capacity for hard wire?: The cutter cuts hard wire up to Ø 3.5 mm and medium-hard wire up to Ø 4.6 mm.
Is this tool insulated for live electrical work?: No, the plastic coated handles are not VDE insulated for working on energized electrical circuits.
What is the advantage of this 250 mm high leverage model?: The forged-on joint axle and lever design require 20% less effort compared to standard diagonal cutters.