Bolt and Chain Cutters
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Cut medium steel chain and hard steel bolts, rods, screws, rivets, nails, bars, wire, and rebar. All cutters have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges. For more leverage, choose a cutter with a longer handle. Not for use on wire rope.
Cutters with aluminum handles are 30% lighter than steel-handled cutters, so they’re more comfortable for repeated cuts.
Cutters with telescoping handles let you adjust to longer lengths for more leverage, or to shorter lengths for easy transport.
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Soft Steel | Medium-Hard Steel | Hard Steel | Rebar | Overall Lg. | Jaw Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Features | Each | Each | |||
A | 3/16" | 1/8" | 1/8" | __ | 12" | Steel | Aluminum | Plastic | Manual | __ | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
A | 1/4" | 3/16" | 3/16" | __ | 14" | Steel | Aluminum | Plastic | Manual | __ | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
A | 5/16" | 1/4" | 1/4" | __ | 18" | Steel | Aluminum | Plastic | Manual | __ | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
B | 5/16" | 5/16" | 3/16" | 3/16" | 14" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
B | 3/8" | 3/8" | 1/4" | 1/4" | 18" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
B | 7/16" | 7/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 24" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
B | 1/2" | 1/2" | 3/8" | 3/8" | 30" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
B | 9/16" | 9/16" | 7/16" | 7/16" | 36" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
B | 11/16" | 11/16" | 1/2" | __ | 42" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | __ | 000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
C | 5/16" | 3/16" | 3/16" | __ | 14" | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Manual | Telescoping Handles | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
C | 7/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | __ | 24" | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Manual | Telescoping Handles | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Bolt, Hard Chain, and Padlock Cutters
Cut through hard metal bolts, chain, and padlocks with these cutters. All cutters have adjustment screws to align cutting edges. For more leverage, choose a cutter with a longer handle. Not for use on wire rope.
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Soft Steel | Medium-Hard Steel | Hard Steel | Rebar | Hard Chain | Overall Lg. | Jaw Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Each | Each | ||
5/16" | 3/16" | 3/16" | 1/4" | 3/16" | 14" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
7/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 24" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | 000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
7/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 3/8" | 5/16" | 30" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
5/8" | 7/16" | 7/16" | 7/16" | 7/16" | 36" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | 000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3/4" | 1/2" | 1/2" | 1/2" | 1/2" | 42" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Manual | 000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Easy-Cut Bolt and Chain Cutters
Leverage points on the jaws and handles let you cut through bolts, chains, and rods with 30% less effort than standard bolt cutters. These cutters help reduce hand fatigue when you’re snipping through thick, hard metal or making repeated cuts. All have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges. For more leverage, choose cutters with longer handles. Not for use on wire rope.
Electrical-Insulating Bolt and Chain Cutters
Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These cutters are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Use to cut medium steel chain and hard steel bolts, rods, screws, rivets, nails, bars, and wire. Cutters have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges. Not for use on wire rope.
Bench-Mount Bolt, Hard Chain, and Padlock Cutters
Make repeated cuts in hard materials with this cutter. It mounts for stability and provides extra leverage. It has a short-nosed jaw that forces the material being cut deep into the jaw and also allows you to cut one side of a chain link or padlock hasp without hitting the other side. Align cutting edges with the adjustment screw. Not for use on wire rope.
Bolt and Chain Cutters with Offset Handles
The cutting head is angled 30° from the handles, so you can cut close to a surface or in a tight space without the handles getting in your way. For example, you could use these cutters to remove a bolt end that’s sticking out the side of your machinery. They’re also great for cutting chains, rods, and wire mesh. All have an adjustment screw to align the cutting edges. For more leverage, choose a longer cutter. Not for use on wire rope.
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Soft Steel | Medium-Hard Steel | Overall Lg. | Head Offset Angle | Jaw Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Each | Each | ||
3/16" | 1/8" | 12" | 30° | Steel | Steel | PVC Plastic | Manual | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1/4" | 3/16" | 18" | 30° | Steel | Steel | PVC Plastic | Manual | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8" | 1/4" | 24" | 30° | Steel | Steel | PVC Plastic | Manual | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Air-Powered Bolt and Chain Cutters
Slice through bolts and chain with low effort. A spring opens the jaws for quick cuts. Not for use on wire rope.
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For Max. Dia. | Overall | Replacement Cutting Heads | ||||||||||||||||
Soft Steel | Medium-Hard Steel | Hard Steel | Rebar | Hard Chain | Lg. | Ht. | Jaw Material | Grip Material | Air Pressure | For Air Hose ID | Air Hose Included | Thread Type | Pipe Size | Gender | Each | Each | ||
3/8" | 3/8" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 5/16" | 15" | 7 1/4" | Steel | Rubber | 80-120psi | 3/8" | No | NPT | 3/8 | Female | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
1/2" | 1/2" | 3/8" | 3/8" | 3/8" | 17 1/2" | 10" | Steel | Rubber | 90-130psi | 3/8" | No | NPT | 3/8 | Female | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Compact Bolt Cutters
Make one-handed cuts with these small cutters. Because they’re shorter than standard bolt cutters, they’re best for cutting thin bolts and wire. For more leverage, choose longer cutters. Not for use on wire rope.
All have jaws that are riveted onto the handles except cutters with aluminum handles. Riveted jaws are not replaceable.
Serrated jaws grip the material you’re cutting to prevent slipping.
Spring-assisted cutters open automatically when you release the handles to help you make quick cuts.
Cutters with stainless steel jaws and handles resist corrosion in wet and damp areas.
Cutters with aluminum handles are 30% lighter than steel-handled cutters, so they’re more comfortable for repeated cuts. Their cutting head is replaceable, and they have an adjustment screw to align cutting edges.
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Soft Steel | Medium-Hard Steel | Hard Steel | Overall Lg. | Style | Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Each | Each | ||
3/16" | __ | __ | 8" | Smooth | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Spring Assisted | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
3/16" | 1/16" | __ | 8" | Smooth | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Plastic | Spring Assisted | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
3/16" | 1/16" | __ | 8" | Smooth | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Spring Assisted | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
3/16" | 3/16" | 7/64" | 10" | Smooth | Steel | Aluminum | Plastic | Manual | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
13/64" | 11/64" | 1/8" | 6 1/4" | Serrated | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Manual | 00000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
1/4" | 13/64" | 9/64" | 8" | Serrated | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Manual | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
Flush-Cut Compact Bolt Cutters with Offset Handles
Handle is angled 30° to keep work in sight and hands clear of the work surface. Blades are flat on one side for close-to-the-surface cuts. The small size and spring-loaded jaw let you make quick cuts with one hand. Jaws are riveted onto the handles and are not replaceable. Not for use on wire rope.
For Max. Soft Steel Dia. | Overall Lg. | Jaw Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Each | |
1/8" | 8" | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Spring Assisted | 0000000 | 000000 |
Compact Bolt Cutter Sets
Keep a variety of small cutters on hand for cuts in tight spaces. The handles are short enough to make one-handed cuts, but they provide less leverage than standard cutters. They’re best for snipping thin bolts and wire. Use a longer cutter for more leverage. They have serrated jaws that grip the material you’re cutting and prevent it from slipping. Since the jaws are riveted onto the handles, you can’t replace them. Not for use on wire rope.
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No. of Pieces | Includes | Style | Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Each | |
3 | 6 1/4" Lg. Bolt Cutter for 13/64" Soft Steel, 11/64" Medium-Hard Steel, and 1/8" Hard Steel Dia. 8" Lg. Bolt Cutter for 1/4" Soft Steel, 13/64" Medium-Hard Steel, and 5/32" Hard Steel Dia. 10" Lg. Bolt Cutter for 7/32" Soft Steel, 5/32" Medium-Hard Steel, and 5/32" Hard Steel Dia. | Serrated | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Manual | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Compact Bolt Cutters with Offset Handles
An angled cutting head keeps handles up and out of the way for trimming bolts, chain, and wire against flat surfaces. Smaller than standard bolt cutters, these cutters can be used one-handed in tight spaces. They can also fit into tool pouches. However, they provide less leverage than larger cutters, so they’re best for slicing through thin bolts and wire. The jaws are riveted onto the handles and are not replaceable. Not for use on wire rope.
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Soft Steel | Medium-Hard Steel | Hard Steel | Overall Lg. | Head Offset Angle | Style | Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Each | |
1/4" | 3/16" | 1/8" | 7 3/4" | 20° | Smooth | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Manual | 0000000 | 000000 |
Hydraulic-Assist Multipurpose Bolt, Wire Rope, and Cable Cutters
Hydraulic-powered jaws cut bolts, wire rope, rods, and electrical cable with low effort and minimal material distortion. Blades can be sharpened and replaced.
Cutter rated for 20,000 volts has insulated handles.
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Steel | Stainless Steel | For Max. Soft Steel Dia. | For Max. Steel-Reinforced Aluminum Cable Dia. | For Max. Data Cable Dia. | For Max. Rebar Dia. | Overall Lg. | Jaw Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | For Max. Voltage | Each | Each | ||
5/8" | 5/8" | 5/8" | 5/8" | 5/8" | 1/2" | 15" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Not Rated | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
3/4" | 3/4" | 11/16" | 3/4" | 3/4" | 1/2" | 15" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | 20,000 V AC | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 1/8" | 1 1/8" | 1 1/4" | 2 1/8" | 2 1/8" | 3/4" | 24 1/2" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Not Rated | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00 |
1 1/4" | 1 1/4" | 1 1/4" | 1 1/4" | 1 1/4" | 7/8" | 27" | Steel | Steel | Rubber | Not Rated | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Wire End Cutters
Also known as nippers, these cutters have wide, flat jaws that cut steel wire and bolts close to the surface. A spring opens the jaws for quick cutting.
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Soft Steel | Medium-Hard Steel | Overall Lg. | Jaw Wd. | Jaw Material | Handle Material | Grip Material | Opening Style | Each | |
1/8" | 1/16" | 8" | 0.59" | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Spring Assisted | 0000000 | 000000 |
Threaded Rod Cutters
Cut rods and bolts while leaving their threads intact.
Combination Electrical Wire Strippers and Crimpers
Strip wire and crimp connectors with one tool.
Tools with a plier nose are useful for pulling and looping wire.
Tools with a reference chart are marked with wire gauge and metric sizes.
Tools with a voltage detector safely test for AC voltage without contacting live wires. Light and sound indicators alert you when over 50 volts AC is detected. The detector is attached to the tool’s handle; remove it from the handle to use it on its own.
Steel tools stay sharp with continuous use. Stainless steel tools are good for less frequent use. Their stripping blades dull more quickly than steel tools, but they resist corrosion and won't rust as quickly when stored.
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For Solid Wire Gauge | For Stranded Wire Gauge | For Wire Gauge (Connector Insulation) | For Connector Type | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Grip Material | Each | |
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22-8 | 26-10 | 26-10 (Insulated) 22-10 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | 4-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 10-32 | 8 1/2" | PVC Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
18-10 | 18-10 | 16-12 (Insulated) 16-12 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | M2.6, M3, M3.5, M4, M5 | 9 1/2" | Plastic | 0000000 | 00000 |
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22-8 | 24-10 | 26-10 (Insulated) 22-10 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | 4-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 10-32 | 9" | Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
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For Solid Wire Gauge | For Stranded Wire Gauge | For Wire Gauge (Connector Insulation) | For Connector Type | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Grip Material | Each | |
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26-10 | 28-12 | 22-10 (Insulated) 22-10 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 3/4" | Vinyl Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
22-10 | 22-10 | 22-10 (Insulated) 22-10 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | 5-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 10-32 | 8 1/4" | PVC Plastic | 00000000 | 00000 |
Stainless Steel | ||||||||
20-10 | 22-12 | 22-10 (Insulated) 22-10 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | 5-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 10-32 | 8 1/2" | Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
Stripper | Crimper | ||||||||||
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For Solid Wire Gauge | For Stranded Wire Gauge | For Solid Wire Size, mm² | For Stranded Wire Size, mm² | For Wire Gauge (Connector Insulation) | For Wire Size (Connector Insulation) | For Connector Type | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Grip Material | Each | |
Steel | |||||||||||
22-10 | 22-10 | 0.75-6 | 0.75-6 | 22-10 (Insulated) 22-10 (Noninsulated) | 1.50 mm², 2.50 mm², 6.00 mm² (Insulated) 1.50 mm², 2.50 mm², 6.00 mm² (Noninsulated) | Terminal | M2.5, M3, M3.5, M4, M4.5, M5 | 8 1/4" | PVC Plastic | 00000000 | 000000 |
Stripper | Crimper | ||||||||
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For Solid Wire Gauge | For Stranded Wire Gauge | For Wire Gauge (Connector Insulation) | For Connector Type | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Grip Material | Batteries Included | Each | |
Stainless Steel | |||||||||
20-8 | 20-8 | 20-8 (Insulated) 20-8 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | 4-40, 5-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 10-32 | 8" | Polypropylene Plastic | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
Electrical-Insulating Combination Electrical Wire Strippers and Crimpers
Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits while stripping wire or crimping connectors. These tools are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. The plier nose is useful for pulling and looping wire.
Stripper | Crimper | |||||||||
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For Solid Wire Gauge | For Stranded Wire Gauge | For Wire Gauge (Connector Insulation) | For Connector Type | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Material | Features | Specifications Met | Each | |
22-10 | 22-10 | 16-10 (Insulated) 22-18 (Noninsulated) | Terminal | 4-40, 5-40, 6-32, 8-32, 10-24, 10-32 | 9" | Steel | Plier Nose, Bolt Cutter, Wire Cutter | IEC 60900, ASTM F1505 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Electrical Wire Strippers
The plier nose on these wire strippers is useful for pulling and looping wire. All of these strippers are marked with their wire gauge sizes, so it’s easy to select the correct size.
Wire strippers with a voltage detector have a handle that flashes and beeps when it detects a live circuit.
Steel strippers stay sharp with continuous use. Stainless steel strippers resist corrosion and won't rust as quickly as strippers with steel blades when stored. They're best for less frequent use because their blades dull more quickly than steel blades.
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Solid | Stranded | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Material | Grip Material | Each | |
Steel | |||||||
30-20 | 32-22 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 1/4" | Steel | PVC Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
18-10 | 20-12 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 1/4" | Steel | PVC Plastic | 0000000 | 00000 |
16-8 | 18-10 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7" | Steel | PVC Plastic | 0000000 | 00000 |
14-6 | 16-8 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7" | Steel | PVC Plastic | 0000000 | 00000 |
__ | 12-6 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 1/2" | Steel | Vinyl Plastic | 00000000 | 00000 |
Stainless Steel | |||||||
18-10 | 20-12 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 1/4" | Stainless Steel | PVC Plastic | 00000000 | 00000 |
10-4 | 12-6 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 1/2" | Stainless Steel | Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
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Solid | Stranded | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Material | Grip Material | Batteries Included | Specifications Met | Each | |
Stainless Steel | |||||||||
18-10 | 20-12 | 6-32, 8-32, 10-32 | 7" | Stainless Steel | Rubber | Yes | UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 |
Electrical-Insulating Electrical Wire Strippers
To protect you against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits, these strippers have insulated handles. All are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. The plier nose is useful for pulling and looping wire.
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Solid | Stranded | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Material | Features | Specifications Met | Each | |
18-10 | 20-12 | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 3/4" | Steel | Plier Nose, Bolt Cutter, Wire Cutter | IEC 60900, ASTM F1505 | 000000000 | 000000 |
Building Cable Strippers
Remove the outer and inner insulation of NM-B building cable, commonly found inside your walls running power to light fixtures and switches. These strippers have a plier nose, which is useful for pulling and looping wire.
Strippers with a voltage detector have a handle that flashes and beeps when they detect a live circuit.
Steel strippers stay sharp with continuous use.
Stainless steel strippers resist corrosion and won't rust as quickly as strippers with steel blades when stored. They're best for less frequent use because their blades dull more quickly than steel blades.
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Industry Designation | AWG | Solid | Stranded | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Grip Material | Batteries Included | Specifications Met | Each | |
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Steel | ||||||||||
NM-B | 14/2, 12/2 | 14-12 | __ | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 3/4" | PVC Plastic | __ | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
Stainless Steel | ||||||||||
NM-B | 14/2, 12/2 | 14-12 | __ | 6-32, 8-32 | 7 1/2" | PVC Plastic | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
NM-B | 12/2, 10/2 | 12-10 | 14-12 | 6-32, 8-32 | 8 1/4" | Rubber | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
With Plier Nose, Bolt Cutter, Wire Cutter, and Voltage Detector | ||||||||||
Stainless Steel | ||||||||||
NM-B | 14/2, 12/2 | 14-12 | __ | 6-32, 8-32, 10-32 | 7 1/2" | Polypropylene Plastic | Yes | UL Listed, ETL Listed | 0000000 | 00000 |
Confined-Space Building Cable Strippers
Angled jaws let you insert building cable into the front of these strippers, so they’re useful in tight spots, such as inside electrical boxes. These tools remove the outer and inner insulation of NM-B cable. It’s the cable you’ll often find inside your walls running power to light fixtures and switches.
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Industry Designation | AWG | For Solid Wire Gauge | For Bolt Thread Size | Lg. | Material | Grip Material | Each | |
With Bolt Cutter and Wire Cutter | ||||||||
NM-B | 14/2, 12/2 | 14-12 | 6-32, 8-32 | 9 3/4" | Steel | Rubber | 0000000 | 000000 |