What materials can you cut with this high leverage diagonal cutter?

The induction-hardened cutting edges cut medium-hard wire up to 3.8 mm, hard wire up to 2.7 mm, and piano wire up to 2.2 mm.

What is the benefit of a high leverage design over standard diagonal cutters?

The optimized transmission ratio and forged joint axle deliver high cutting capacity with significantly less hand effort.

What advantage does the chrome-plated finish offer?

The chrome plating provides effective rust and corrosion protection during demanding daily professional use.

Do the multi-component comfort grips protect against electric shock?

No, these ergonomic handles provide comfort and grip, but they are not VDE-insulated for live electrical work.

What is the overall length of this Knipex diagonal cutter?

This tool has a total length of 180 mm.

KNIPEX 74 05 180 power side cutters with comfort handles chrome-plated 180 mm

Name: KNIPEX 74 05 180 power side cutters with comfort handles chrome-plated 180 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 41190250
Price: 34.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: KNIPEX 74 05 180 | EAN 4003773022978

34.80 tax incl.

€28.76 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 13/10/2026
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Maximum cutting efficiency with Knipex pliers

Practical benefits

High leverage cutting power: The optimized joint transmission enables you to cut through tough piano wire with significantly less effort.
Superior resistance to corrosion: The chrome-plated surface protects the tool from rust and ensures durability during demanding jobsite conditions.
Ergonomic multi-component handles: You maintain a secure, comfortable grip that reduces hand fatigue during continuous and heavy-duty cutting tasks.

In a nutshell

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With the Knipex 74 05 180 high leverage diagonal cutter, you tackle demanding cutting tasks with maximum efficiency and control. Thanks to its optimized transmission ratio and forged joint axle, you cut through medium-hard wire up to 3.8 mm, hard wire up to 2.7 mm, and tough piano wire up to 2.2 mm with significantly less hand force. The induction-hardened cutting edges ensure high cutting performance during tough, continuous use in workshops and on jobsites. The chrome-plated finish provides dependable protection against rust and corrosion, while the ergonomic multi-component comfort grips reduce hand fatigue during repetitive cutting jobs. This 180 mm diagonal cutter delivers the leverage and comfort you need every day.

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Key features according to our expert

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Chrome plated
Length: 180 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
With comfort handles: made of three ergonomic components for optimum handling, plus two KNIPEXtend connections for extensions

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All Features

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Chrome plated
Length: 180 mm
Cutting value cu cable, multiple stranded: Ø 0,0
Handle: with comfort handles
Cutting capacities semi-hard wire (diameter): Ø 3.8 mm
Cutting capacities soft wire (diameter): Ø 2.7 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Cutting capacities piano wire (diameter): Ø 2.2 mm
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Dimensions: 180 x 54 x 20 mm
Cup: chromed
Weight: 270 g
Standard: DIN ISO 5749
Tang: chromed

Brand KNIPEX
41190250
EAN 4003773022978
Supplier number KNIPEX 74 05 180

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What materials can you cut with this high leverage diagonal cutter?: The induction-hardened cutting edges cut medium-hard wire up to 3.8 mm, hard wire up to 2.7 mm, and piano wire up to 2.2 mm.
What is the benefit of a high leverage design over standard diagonal cutters?: The optimized transmission ratio and forged joint axle deliver high cutting capacity with significantly less hand effort.
What advantage does the chrome-plated finish offer?: The chrome plating provides effective rust and corrosion protection during demanding daily professional use.
Do the multi-component comfort grips protect against electric shock?: No, these ergonomic handles provide comfort and grip, but they are not VDE-insulated for live electrical work.
What is the overall length of this Knipex diagonal cutter?: This tool has a total length of 180 mm.