Knipex 9516160SB StepCut Cable Shears 160mm, VDE 1000V Rated
Knipex StepCut Shears cut cables 40% easier—VDE 1000V insulation, 160mm size. Cuts Cu/Al up to 50mm². Precision hardened blades.
The Knipex 9516160SB StepCut Cable Shears are engineered for effortless and precise cable cutting, featuring an innovative step-cutting mechanism that separates wires sequentially for reduced effort. These insulated shears are VDE tested to 1000V, ensuring safety and reliability for electrical work.
Measuring just 160mm in length, these shears require 40% less effort to operate compared to standard cutters of similar size. Their compact, lightweight design doesn't compromise on strength, as they can effortlessly cut solid copper and aluminium cables up to 5 x 4 mm².
Crafted from high-grade special tool steel, forged and oil-hardened for durability, these shears also feature induction-hardened cutting edges for consistent precision. The ergonomic handle design provides optimal cutting feel, even with larger cable diameters.
Key Features
- Small, light & strong: Comfortable operation with a compact 160mm size
- StepCut technology: Wires cut sequentially, reducing effort by up to 40%
- Ergonomic handles: Multi-component grips for secure handling
- Versatile cutting capacity: Up to Ø15mm (50mm²) for multi-core stranded cables
- Precision cutting edges: Induction-hardened for long-lasting sharpness
- Safety features: Pinch guard included, VDE insulation for 1000V protection
- Not suitable for steel wire or hard-drawn copper conductors
Specifications
- Material: High-grade special tool steel, forged & oil-hardened
- Dimensions: 160 × 60 × 28 mm
- Weight: 225g (600g with packaging)
- VDE Certification: DIN EN 60900 / IEC 60900 compliant
- Cutting Capacity: Solid Cu/Al (5 × 4mm²), Multi-core (50mm²/Ø15mm)
Ideal for electricians, engineers, and DIY enthusiasts, these shears ensure efficient, fatigue-free cutting with unmatched durability.
- Electrical cable cutting
- Stranded copper/aluminium conductors
- Solid-core cable trimming
- VDE-compliant electrical work
- Material: High-grade special tool steel, forged & oil-hardened
- Cutting Edges: Induction-hardened
- Handles: VDE-tested multi-component grips
- Dimensions: 160 × 60 × 28 mm
- Weight: 225g (600g with packaging)
- Cutting Capacity (Solid): Copper/Aluminium (5 × 4mm²)
- Cutting Capacity (Stranded): 50mm² / Ø15mm
- Standards: DIN EN 60900 / IEC 60900
- Safety: Pinch guard, VDE 1000V insulation
- Not for: Steel wire or hard-drawn copper
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