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Knipex 6.3 inch diagonal cutting plier with angled jaws and red handles

Knipex

Knipex 72 21 160 6.3" Diagonal Cutting Plier 85 Degree Angled Red

SKU CH-QN2K-HQFW0

Angled 85-degree diagonal cutters trim soft wire, plastics and small pins with a 6.3-inch red grip

  • Product typePliers
  • Color and finishRed
  • Precision cutting for soft and hard wire
  • 85-degree angled jaws improve access in tight spaces
  • 3-inch overall length gives strong leverage
  • Oval nose suits flush cuts on plastics
  • Red plastic grips provide comfortable control

Precision Diagonal Cutting Pliers

The Knipex 72 21 160 is a 6.3 inch diagonal cutting plier built for trimming soft and hard wire, nails, screws, bolts and small rivets. Its 85 degree angled head and oval nose allow precise access in confined spaces. The red plastic grips identify the tool quickly in a busy kit.

Hand Operation Thermals and Effort

As a purely manual hand tool, the pliers generate no operational heat and produce only the sound of the cutting action itself. Power draw is limited to the force applied by the user, making fatigue the only thermal consideration during extended use.

Upgrade From Basic Side Cutters

This model replaces standard diagonal cutters when flush cuts on plastic components or soft materials like lead are required. The jump is worth it for technicians who need the 85 degree angle to reach around obstacles that block straight-jaw tools. Workers cutting hardened steel or large-diameter cable should select a different tool class.

How it compares

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Price $49.99
Pricier than about 75% of the 2,110 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKNIPEX
Product typePliers
Color and finishRed

Questions about this item

How do I position the 85 degree angled jaws to cut flush against a surface?

Hold the plier so the angled head lies flat on the workpiece; the 85 degree bend lets the cutting edges reach tight corners without twisting your wrist.

Will the red plastic grips need replacement after heavy use?

The red plastic grips are moulded on and not designed to be swapped; if they crack or wear smooth, the whole plier should be replaced.

What is the thickest plastic sprue the 15/16 inch jaw can cleanly sever?

The 15/16 inch jaw length limits leverage, so sustained cutting of plastic thicker than about 3 mm will dull the edges first.

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