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Knipex red diagonal cutter with 45-degree angled head and cushioned grips

Knipex

Knipex 72 11 160 6.3" Diagonal Cutter 45° Plastics

SKU CH-3VA1-WSKBG

Flush-cutting diagonal pliers with a 45° angled head and spring return for plastics work

  • Product typePliers
  • Color and finishRed
  • Flush 45° cut for clean plastic trimming
  • 3" length gives reach in tight spots
  • Spring return speeds repetitive cutting
  • Vanadium steel blades hold edge longer
  • Red cushion grips reduce hand fatigue

45° angled cutters for plastics

These Knipex diagonal cutters are built for flush cutting plastic sprues and soft wire in electronics assembly and modelling. The 45° head offset lets the jaws reach into tight corners where straight cutters cannot fit. A spring return action reduces hand fatigue during repetitive trimming tasks.

Limits of the flush cut profile

The flush ground blades leave no pinch on plastic gates, but they are not hardened for steel wire or hard materials. Cutting anything beyond soft copper or plastic will dull the vanadium steel edges quickly. The tool carries no voltage rating and is not ESD safe, so it must not be used on live circuits.

Upgrade from standard diagonal cutters

Users moving from generic side cutters gain a flush cut that eliminates secondary trimming and a 45° angle that clears obstructed work areas. The jump is worth it when volume trimming of plastic parts makes clean first cuts a time saver. Buyers needing to cut hardened wire or requiring insulated handles should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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Price $45.99
Pricier than about 73% of the 2,110 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKNIPEX
Product typePliers
Color and finishRed

Questions about this item

Which Knipex diagonal cutter should I choose for plastics work?

The 72 11 160 model has a 45-degree angled head and spring return, designed specifically for flush cutting plastics.

What does the 6.3 inch length mean when I use it?

At 6.3 inches overall with a 1-inch jaw, it fits in tight spaces and gives enough leverage for clean flush cuts on plastic sprues.

How does the 45-degree head angle help in practice?

The 45-degree offset lets you reach around obstructions and cut flush against flat surfaces without twisting your wrist.

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