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Klein Tools 8-inch angled head diagonal cutting pliers, steel finish

Klein Tools

Klein Tools D2488 8-inch high-leverage diagonal cutting angled head plier

SKU CH-31YB-EKX8G MPN D2488

Angled-head diagonal cutters provide high-leverage cutting in tight spaces

  • Product typePliers
  • Main materialHAWA
  • Key features* Angled head design for easy work in confined spa
  • Sold asCard
  • Angled head reaches confined spaces for easier cutting
  • High-leverage design multiplies hand force for cleaner cuts
  • 8-inch overall length suits standard electrical work
  • Steel construction resists wear during repeated use
  • California Proposition 65 warning applies to this product

8-inch high-leverage diagonal cutter

The Klein Tools D2488 is an 8-inch high-leverage diagonal cutting plier with an angled head for access in confined spaces. It is built for electricians and technicians who need reliable wire cutting in tight panels or junction boxes. The angled head improves reach without sacrificing cutting force.

High-leverage angled head design

The single specification that determines fit is the high-leverage angled head, which multiplies hand force and lets the jaws reach around obstacles. The 8-inch overall length provides the leverage needed for clean cuts on hardened wire. No other geometry or joint style is offered on this model.

Fits professional tool pouches and service kits

The plier drops into a standard tool pouch or service kit and requires no power source or consumables. It frees the user from carrying separate straight and angled cutters for different access angles. Buyers who need insulated handles or a spring-loaded return will need a different model.

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Price $24.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKlein Tools
Model nameD248-8
Product typePliers
Size & build
Main materialHAWA
Shipping weight0.32 kg
Package size289 × 114 × 22 mm

Questions about this item

How does the 8-inch length change the cutting force compared to shorter pliers?

The 8-1/16-inch overall length provides high leverage, multiplying hand force at the jaws for easier cuts through hard wire with less effort.

What cutting standard does the high-leverage diagonal design meet for electrical work?

The angled head diagonal pliers are built for general wire cutting in confined spaces; no specific electrical cutting standard is cited in the product data.

What handle space is needed to operate the 8-inch pliers in a crowded panel?

The 8-1/16-inch overall length and angled head require enough clearance for the full handle sweep, so tight panels need at least that much open depth.

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