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Knipex 5 1/2 inch red high-leverage diagonal cutting pliers

Knipex

Knipex 74 02 140 5 1/2 in High Leverage Diagonal Cutting Plier

SKU CH-9P73-X0012

High-leverage diagonal cutter with a 5 1/2 in overall length and 0.125 in maximum wire-cutting diameter

  • Product typePliers
  • Color and finishRed
  • High-leverage design cuts wire with less effort
  • 5 1/2 in overall length fits tight spaces
  • 125 in max cutting diameter handles standard wire
  • Tether-ready attachment point prevents drops
  • Standard cut profile suits general-purpose use

High-leverage diagonal cutting pliers

The 5 1/2 in tool uses high-leverage geometry to multiply hand force, giving clean cuts in wire up to 0.125 in diameter. The fixed head has no offset angle and a standard cut profile for general-purpose work. It is not insulated, so it must not be used on live circuits.

Tether-ready attachment point

A built-in tether hole lets the pliers connect to a lanyard or tool belt, reducing drop risk when working at height or over machinery. No insulated grips or ESD-safe coating are fitted, so the tool does not meet requirements for electrical or static-sensitive environments.

Manual jaw opening limits speed

The jaws open and close only by hand pressure, so repetitive cutting is slower than with spring-return or compound-action models. The 5/8 in cutter length and 3/4 in jaw width restrict access in tight assemblies, and the tool lacks non-sparking certification for hazardous atmospheres.

How it compares

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Price $34.99
Pricier than about 66% of the 2,110 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKNIPEX
Product typePliers
Color and finishRed

Questions about this item

Will the cutting edges on the 5 1/2 in High Leverage Diagonal Cutting Plier need replacement or sharpening over time?

The cutting edges are hardened tool steel; they are not replaceable, so the plier is replaced when the edges dull beyond use.

What cutting limit appears first when using the 5 1/2 in plier continuously on hard wire?

The maximum wire cutting diameter is 0.125 in; exceeding that will cause the jaws to slip or the cut to fail before any other limit is reached.

Does the 5 1/2 in High Leverage Diagonal Cutting Plier generate noticeable heat or require extra grip force during all-day use?

The tool has no powered components, so it produces no heat; the high-leverage design reduces the hand force needed for each cut.

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