KNIPEX 74 12 180 Side cutter for mechanics

The KNIPEX 74 12 180 high lever diagonal cutters are high-quality tools designed for intensive and continuous use in professional environments. Made from chrome-vanadium steel, these cutters are forged and hardened in several stages to ensure exceptional durability and enviable stability.

Technical characteristics

The KNIPEX 74 12 180 diagonal cutters are characterized by a compact length of 180 mm, making them ideal for carrying in almost any toolbox or work bag.

Material and Construction

• Chromium-vanadium steel, forged and hardened in several phases.
• Induction-hardened cutting edge with a hardness of approximately 64 HRC.
• Forged pivot axis to ensure maximum strength.

Cutting performance

• Cut piano wire (spring steel wire) up to Ø 2.2 mm.
• Cut hard steel wire up to Ø 2.8 mm.
• Cut medium-hard steel wire up to Ø 4 mm.

Ergonomics and Comfort

• Multi-component handles with an ergonomically designed shape to reduce fatigue during use.
• Opening spring that can be activated when necessary, reducing the number of manual movements.
• Low weight of 273 g, ensuring prolonged use without fatigue.

Other Features

• 20% reduction in effort required compared to conventional diagonal cutters of the same length.
• Optimal coordination of the cutting edge angle and the transmission ratio for high cutting performance with minimum effort.
• Surface finished in glossy and textured black.
• They comply with the DIN ISO 5749 standard.

These high-lever diagonal cutters are ideal for professional use in various sectors, including the automotive trade, construction sites and industry, thanks to their ability to cut hard materials with ease and precision.