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.

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.

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
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.

Greenlee Textron, Inc.
Rockford, IL 61109
Jan 03, 2005 Battery-powered Model ES32 utilizes friction drive and 2-step scissors-style cutting blades that cut up to 500 kcmil cable. Cutting head rotates 350° for access to tight spaces. Equipped with 2 batteries and 120, 12, or 230 V battery charger, unit completes approximately 80 cutting cycles/charge. When cutting cables less than 500 kcmil, cutter will stop and blades will automatically open for next cut. When cutting 500 kcmil cable, process requires 2 cycles.

Ideal Industries, Inc.
Sycamore, IL 60178
Nov 11, 2004 PowerBladeâ„¢ Cable Cutter installs like drill bit on virtually any corded or uncorded drill with 3/8 in. drive shaft. With turning action of drill, it provides needed force to cleanly slice through up to 750 MCM hard-drawn copper cable or up to 1,000 MCM aluminum cable with minimal cable distortion. Adjustable torque arm securely holds drill in place, while textured Santoprene® grip provides control and minimizes vibration.

Bivar, Inc.
Irvine, CA 92618 2593
Jun 14, 2004 Designed for cutting or stripping plastic optical fiber (POF) and flexible light pipe (FLP) cabling, palm-sized HandyPro Fiber Cutterâ„¢ is molded from ABS plastic. It cuts 1 and 2mm fibers, including native or sheathed fiber and glass cabling, utilizing integral stainless steel blade. Tool, measuring 1.75 x 1.12 in., accurately strips fiber sheathing or cuts fibers while fitting comfortably in user's palm.

Eraser Company, Inc., The
Syracuse, NY 13221
Jun 03, 2004 Air-operated Model HCA20 cuts materials from 0.010-1.25 in. OD, including most non-ferrous conductors such as copper and aluminum. Guillotine-style blade provides clean, square cutting, while dual activation buttons ensure operator safety during cutting cycle.

Ideal Industries, Inc.
Sycamore, IL 60178
Mar 12, 2004 Smart-Gripâ„¢ electrician's tools include 9¼ in. side-cutting linesman pliers with optional crimp, 8 in. diagonal pliers with optional angled head, 7¾ and 8½ in. needle-nose pliers, 9½ and 10 in. tongue-and-groove pliers, cable cutter, and multi-crimp tool. Pliers are rated for cutting screws, nails, hardened wire, and ACSR. All tools have textured, dual-durometer Santoprene® handle and feature dropforged carbon-steel construction and induction-hardened cutting edges.

Burlington Safety Laboratory Inc.
Burlington, NJ 08016
Nov 25, 2003 Cable Cutters make cuts through underground and overhead electrical or structural cables, from ½ in. guy wires up to 2 in. 1000 KCMIL AL cable. They are also suited for 5/8 in. ACSR cable, ¾ in. bolts, and ground rods. Open-frame tools are powered by pyrotechnic cartridges which, upon trigger release, drive aerospace grade tool steel blades at high velocity through cable, guillotine-style. Bright red safety shield must be rotated before operating cutter.

Eubanks Engineering Co.
Monrovia, CA 91016
May 22, 2003 Microprocessor-controlled Model 4600-03 automatically cuts flat cable, plastic tubing, wire, tape, and other linear material to preset lengths. Quick-release wire-loading mechanism reduces set-up time. User can program cut length and batch quantities by keyboard input. Cutting lengths can be set from .020–999.99 in. with batch capacity from 1–99,999 pieces. Unit converts from 110 to 230 V operation and from inch to metric measurement.

Eubanks Engineering Co.
Monrovia, CA 91016
Mar 31, 2003 AirStrip 2940 automatic wire stripper cuts and strips single- and multi-conductor cable up to .625 in. thick at rates to 1,300 pieces/hr. Capable of unattended operation, product employs cutterhead, strip assembly designs, and embedded software that enable it to handle most materials between .190–.625 in. thick.