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Knipex mini bolt cutter 8 inch steel handles plastic grips

Knipex

Knipex 71 31 200 SBA Mini Bolt Cutter hand tool

SKU CH-8J99-NMFEH

Compact bolt cutters that cut hard steel up to 3/16 in with 60 % less effort than standard diagonal cutters

  • Product typeBolt Cutters
  • 60 % less effort required compared to conventional high-leverage diagonal cutters
  • Cutting force over 30 times higher than hand force applied
  • Cuts hard steel up to 3/16 in diameter
  • Cuts medium steel up to 3/16 in diameter
  • Cuts soft steel up to 1/4 in diameter

Mini Bolt Cutter for Tight Spots

The Knipex 71 31 200 SBA is a miniature bolt and chain cutter built for professionals who need high cutting force in confined areas. Its centre-cut action handles hard steel up to 3/16 in, medium steel up to 3/16 in and soft steel up to 1/4 in.

Check Grip and Material Limits

Verify that the plastic grip material suits your workspace and that the unfinished blade finish meets your corrosion requirements. Ensure the maximum cutting capacities match the wire, chain or bolt diameters you plan to cut.

Low Effort Manual Operation

The tool delivers cutting force over 30 times the applied hand force and requires 60 percent less effort than conventional high-leverage diagonal cutters. No external power or cooling is needed during normal use.

How it compares

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Price $49.99
Pricier than about 73% of the 2,474 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKnipex
Model name71 31 200 SBA
Product typeBolt Cutters

Questions about this item

Does the Knipex 71 31 200 SBA come with any accessories or spare blades in the box?

The mini bolt cutter is supplied as a single tool with plastic grips fitted. No extra blades, adjustment keys or carrying case are included, so nothing else needs to be purchased to start cutting.

The model number shows 71 31 200 SBA — are there alternative versions or capacities I should consider?

This specific model is the 200 mm miniature bolt and chain cutter rated for 3/16 in hard or medium steel and 1/4 in soft steel. Other Knipex bolt cutters exist in larger sizes, but they carry different model numbers and cutting capacities.

The highlights claim 60 percent less effort and 30 times cutting force — what does that feel like on real 3/16 in rod?

The leverage design multiplies hand force roughly thirty-fold, so a firm squeeze cleanly shears 3/16 in hard steel with noticeably lighter pressure than conventional high-leverage diagonal cutters.

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