Channellock, Inc.
Meadville, PA 16335-0519
Aug 28, 2008 Weighing just over 1 lb, No. 88 Rescue Tool is made of drop-forged, 1080 high-carbon steel and combines 6 uses into one device. Tool has beveled plier head with cross-hatched teeth that twist and pull. Tapered pry wedge opens doors and windows, while spanner wrench tightens and loosens hose couplings, and hardened tool steel punch shatters safety glass. Additional features include gas shut-off valve slot and laser heat-treated cutting edges for cutting wires and cables.

Greenlee Textron, Inc.
Rockford, IL 61109
Apr 03, 2008 Able to cut copper and aluminum cables up to 2/0 AWG, 727M Cable Cutter has molded grips with hard underside for strength and soft, slip-resistant, ergonomic outside for comfort. Grip width optimizes load bearing area to facilitate handling, and hot riveted joint provides smooth opening/closing action. Product uses forged steel blanks that are heat-treated and precision-ground for extended life and cutting capability. Black oxide finish provides additional safeguard against rust.

Klein Tools, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Feb 19, 2008 Including Models K90-10/2, K90-12/2, and K90-14/2, Bent-Nose NM Romex® Strippers feature tool steel black oxide finish, precision ground stripping holes, shear type cutting blades, and Klein-Kurve® handles. Units eliminate need to angle tool, wire, or hand, enabling precise removal of outer jacket of non-metallic cable. They strip, cut, and loop 10, 12, or 14 AWG solid wire, and cleanly shear 6-32 and 8-32 screws. Models K90-12/2 and K90-14/2 also strip 18 AWG stranded wire.

WIHA Tools
Monticello, MN 55362
Jan 10, 2008 Certified according to EN/IEC 60900, ASTM F1505, NFPA-70E, Professional Series Long Life Insulated Tools include wrenches, L-keys, knives, cable cutters, and sockets. Two-color, multilayer insulation allows immediate identification of damages to outer insulation. Flame-retardant insulation is tested for puncture penetration and low-temperature impact resistance as well as adhesion to make sure it is properly applied to tools when kept in temperatures of +70°C.

Klein Tools, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Dec 11, 2007 QTR-Turn(TM) NM cable stripper/cutter with Klein-Kurve® handles utilizes QTR-Turn technology to quickly remove outer jacket of non-metallic cable. User can place cable in upper QTR-Turn jacket stripper, squeeze handle, and turn one quarter (90°) to completely sever outer jacket. It cuts and loops 12 and 14 AWG solid wire, and cleanly shears 6-32 and 8-32 screws. Unit has serrated nose to bend, shape, and pull wire.

Seatek Co., Inc.
Stamford, CT 06902 5852
Nov 02, 2007 Designed for 14-2 to 10-4 in. BX, AC, and MC cables, Model RS-101AC Auto Clamping can also cut 3/8 in. flex. It features auto clamping lever with clamping stroke amplification that eliminates slow thumb screw clamping adjustment needed for various cable sizes. Push button helps locate small diameter MC in channel and can be pushed back to cut standard MC cables, while moveable lever controls blade penetration to switch from standard MC to small diameter MC.

Xuron Corp.
Saco, ME 04072 1840
Sep 07, 2007 Utilizing bypass cutting technology, 9100F Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter with Lead Retainer produces clean, square cut and prevents flying leads which can injure users and end up inside equipment, where they can cause short circuits. Product is made from alloy steel with cutting edges hardened to Rc 56-58 and requires minimal force for operation. To fit comfortable in user's hand, unit is equipped with cushioned Xuro-Rubber(TM) hand grips and Light-Touch(TM) return spring.

Ideal Industries, Inc.
Sycamore, IL 60178
Aug 17, 2007 BigFoot(TM) Ratcheting Cable Cutter enables electricians to cut copper or aluminum hard-drawn cables up to 750-KCMIL. Leverage is created by grounding one handle of cutter while other side is ratcheted downward. To minimize distortion, cutter is equipped with rounded blade with ratchet action that holds cable tight. Other features include hardened steel blades, quick release action with simplified blade back-out, locking mechanism, and ergonomic slip-resistant handles.

TAK Enterprises, Inc.
Bristol, CT 06010 7400
Jul 19, 2007 Suited for wire and narrow strip applications, feed and cut-off system comes with controller that incorporates 5¾ in. industrial touchscreen. Pro-Pack option enables remote operation/monitoring, and throughput rate is controllable via programmable speed setting capability. Along with direct reading for parts/min run speed indication, Ethernet-expandable system offers password protection for sensitive program areas, batch cutting ability, as well as time- or sensor-controlled cutting.

Xuron Corp.
Saco, ME 04072 1840
May 25, 2007 Suited for wide range of avionics, harness making, and repair applications, Suite of Aviation Tools feature Light-Touch(TM) return springs and soft rubber grips. Rigid units include Model 2175 Flush Cutter for cotter keys and safety wire, Model 9200 Micro-Shear® with tapered head for tight spaces, Model 450 needle nose plier, Model 450BN bent nose plier, and Model 505ST adjustable stripper for stranded wire down to 26 gauge without nicked wire strands.

ACT Fastening Solutions
Gardner, MA 01440
Mar 29, 2007 Designed to save time and cost associated with replacing nicked wires and hoses damaged during maintenance and repairs, hand tools feature smooth safety guards that slide behind strap to prevent sharp blades from contacting bundled items. Features include ergonomic cushion grip handles designed for optimal natural hand contraction and auto return spring. Intended users include maintenance technicians, assemblers, shipping and receiving personnel, and electricians.

Klein Tools, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Jun 22, 2006 Available in 2 models, Klein® heavy-duty ratcheting cable cutters enable users to cut copper and aluminum cables without leaving burrs or sharp edges. Model 63600 has capacity to cut 600 MCM copper, 600 MCM aluminum, and communication cable measuring 1¾ in., while model 63750 cuts 1,000 MCM copper, 1,000 MCM aluminum, and communication cable measuring 2 1/16 in. Designed for confined work spaces, they are constructed with hardened steel cutting blades.

Greenlee Textron, Inc.
Rockford, IL 61109
May 03, 2006 Model ES25 battery-powered ratchet style cable cutter is designed for ACSR and other steel reinforced cables. Unit weighs 7.7 lb, is operable with one hand, and suits overhead crews at power utilities and utility contractors. Cutter features 14.4 V NiCd battery, and makes about 50 cuts of Grosbeak or 120 cuts of Merlin on 1 battery charge. Blades are contoured to slice aluminum strands and then snap steel strands. It comes with 2 batteries, battery charger, and molded carrying case.

Ridge Tool Co.
Elyria, OH 44036
Apr 11, 2006 Made of high carbon, heat-treated steel, RIDGID® electrical hand tools line comprises 10 models for cutting, stripping, and crimping stranded copper, copper, coaxial, and fiber optic cables. Tools feature RIDG-BACK(TM) cutting blade, return-spring, and cushion-grip handles for operator comfort. Paint-filled tool graphics provide quick and long-lasting identification of all tool functions, and application markings are indicated on tool handle.

Klein Tools, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Mar 13, 2006 Multifunctional, lightweight, large gauge Wire Stripper/Cutter (Cat. No. 11053) cleanly shears 6-32 and 8-32 screws and has serrated pliers nose for pulling, gripping, and twisting wire with minimal pressure. Curved handle design and double-dipped textured grips provide control and comfort. Made of heat-treated tool steel for durability with black oxide finish for corrosion resistance, tool features coil spring for self-opening action and closure lock for storage.

Klein Tools, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Jan 12, 2006 Featuring integral guards that prevent shock resulting from hand contact with energized sources up to 1,000 V, model 11049-INS has 5 precision-ground stripping holes designed for removing insulation from 8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 AWG stranded wire. Gauge markings are located on both sides of tool, and black-oxide finish resists corrosion. While shear-type cutting blades provide clean cuts, spring-loaded self-opening feature facilitates repetitive use.

Snap-on Industrial
Kenosha, WI 53141 1410
Nov 25, 2005 Featuring PowerEdge(TM) design, High Leverage Diagonal Cutter cuts wide range of wire sizes, from soft 0.026 in. diameter copper wire to high-strength 0.063 in. diameter music wire. Flat surface on one side of cutter tapers from joint to tip, providing strength and control for cutting variety of materials. Slight relief between cutting edges near joint enables precision operation at tip and produces heavy duty pinching cut near joint.

Xuron Corp.
Saco, ME 04072 1840
Oct 19, 2005 Supplied in canvas pouch, Model TK2600 Homeowner's Tool Kit provides 3 carbon steel tools for electrical wiring and repair projects. Kit includes Model 2175 Maxi-Shear(TM) Flush Cutter for soft wire up to 12 AWG; Model 485 Long Nose Plier for grabbing, bending, and pulling wire and positioning tiny objects; and Model 505 Wire Stripper/Cutter, which is fully adjustable for solid wire from 12-26 AWG. Each features Light-Touch(TM) return spring and Xuro-Rubber(TM) cushioned grip.

Klein Tools, Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Jun 14, 2005 Suited for confined working spaces, 2-piece competition tool set features high-leverage cable cutter and 8 in. high-leverage diagonal-cutting pliers. Cable cutter has cable-gripping shear-type jaws that permit one-handed shearing action, while diagonal-cutting pliers have beveled cutting edge and induction-hardened cutting knives. Kit also includes 1/64-scale, die-cast replica of No. 26 Klein Tools Indy race car as well as Dan Wheldon trading card.

Greenlee Textron, Inc.
Rockford, IL 61109
Jan 21, 2005 Designed for those who regularly cut aluminum, cable steel reinforced (ACSR) cable, model 776 incorporates 2-speed mechanism that closes blades until they contact cable. From there, it automatically shifts to power speed to reduce effort in making cut. Blades are ground and hardened specifically to cut ACSR with max core sizes from 5/16 to 636 kcmil. Unit measures 20 in. long, weighs 6.2 lb, and has fiberglass handles.