KNIPEX 74 12 160 SB Side cutter for mechanics

The KNIPEX 74 12 160 SB high lever diagonal cutters are high-quality tools designed for continuous and intensive use in professional environments.

Key Features

These diagonal cutters are made with a forged pivot axis, ensuring exceptional stability and a long lifespan. The compact length of 160 mm makes them ideal for carrying in workbags or toolboxes, without compromising their cutting capacity.

Material and Treatment

They are built with electric chrome-vanadium steel, forged and hardened in several phases. The cutting blades are further hardened by induction, reaching a hardness of about 64 HRC, allowing the precise cutting of medium and high hardness wires, including plane wires (spring steel wire) up to a diameter of 2.0 mm.

Ergonomics and Comfort

The ergonomic design of the handles, made with multi-component grips, ensures additional comfort and a firm grip, even in intense working conditions. The shape of the handles is designed to reduce the necessary effort by 20% compared to conventional diagonal cutters of the same length.

Applications

The KNIPEX 74 12 160 SB diagonal cutters are ideal for various sectors, including the automotive trade, construction sites and industry. They are particularly popular with electricians for working on electrical installations, thanks to the insulated handles according to the IEC 60900/DIN EN 60900 standard.

Technical Details

• Length: 160 mm
• Weight: 215 g
• Hardness of the cutting blades: about 64 HRC
• Material: Electric chrome-vanadium steel, forged and hardened in several phases, chrome-plated
• Cutting capacity: Up to 2.0 mm diameter for flat wires (spring steel wire)
• Handles: Multi-component grips, insulated
• Head angle of the shears: 12° for greater freedom of hand movement in tight spaces

These tools combine high performance, ergonomics and durability, making them essential for any professional who requires precision and reliability in their work.