Wire Cutters

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
S492 Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER ANGLE 60 TAPER TIP	0
MX54-5 Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER TAPER FLSH	0
M406ECOSCS Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER FINE TIP CARBIDE	6
8314-160 TL GEDORE Tools, Inc.	SIDE CUTTER 160 MM	0
M148LI Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER SIZE 4 MICRO	0
S123E Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER ANGLE MICRO	0
S120E Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER TAPER SLIM	0
S77 Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER OVAL SLIM SUPER FLSH	0
S160 Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER OVAL BEVEL	0
S248ELI Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER	0
729CVNN Xcelite	PLIER,SLD-JT,END CUT,9CV	0
512EW Xcelite	CUTTER DIAGONAL W/WIRE CATCH	0
0890CSFW Xcelite	FLIP JOINT CABLE CUTTER	0
T777E Xcelite	CUTTER SIDE TPRD SPR FULL FLUSH	0
TR-5000-R-D Hakko	CUTTER,PRO MICRO,14G,FLUSH CUT,D	0
1212791 Phoenix Contact	CUTTER CABLE OVAL CROSS 8.27"	0
1212132 Phoenix Contact	CUTTER CABLE CIRC CROSS 10.24"	0
1212131 Phoenix Contact	CUTTER CABLE CIRC CROSS 9.65"	0
S165E Swanstrom Tools	CUTTER	0
95 05 155 SBA KNIPEX Tools	ELECTRICIAN'S SHEARS	8

Wire Cutters

1. Overview

Wire cutters are specialized hand or power tools designed to cut wires, cables, and other conductive materials. As essential components in electrical engineering and manufacturing, they enable precise material separation while maintaining safety standards. Modern advancements have integrated ergonomic designs, composite materials, and smart control systems to enhance cutting efficiency and operator safety.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Manual Wire Cutters	Mechanical leverage-based cutting with replaceable blades	Electrical panel assembly
Hydraulic Wire Cutters	Fluid pressure amplification for high-force cutting	Power grid cable maintenance
Electric Rotary Cutters	Motor-driven rotating blades for continuous cutting	Automated wire processing lines
Laser Cutting Systems	Non-contact precision cutting using focused light beams	Microelectronics manufacturing

3. Structure and Components

Typical configurations include: - Cutting head assembly (tungsten carbide blades) - Force transmission mechanism (gears/levers/hydraulic cylinders) - Ergonomic handle with non-conductive coating - Safety guard and material clamping system - For powered models: motor/controller interface and power supply module

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value Range	Importance
Cutting Capacity	0.5-500mm	Determines material compatibility
Blade Hardness	55-65 HRC	Affects durability and precision
Operating Force	50-5000N	Impacts user fatigue and efficiency
Cutting Speed	0.1-10m/s	Dictates production throughput
Dielectric Strength	1000-10000V	Ensures electrical safety

5. Application Fields

Electronics manufacturing (PCB assembly)
Automotive industry (wire harness production)
Construction (electrical installation)
Renewable energy (solar panel cable termination)
Aerospace (avionic wiring systems)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Country	Representative Product
Knipex GmbH	Germany	Cobra Plier-Cutter 70 01 160
Greenlee Textron	USA	Hydraulic Cutter 1011-PC
Klein Tools	USA	Electronic Pocket Wire Cutter 11046
Yamawa Mfg. Co.	Japan	NC Servo Driven Cutting System

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations: - Material type and cross-sectional area - Production volume requirements - Workplace ergonomics and safety standards - Maintenance accessibility - Cost-benefit analysis between manual and automated systems

8. Industry Trend Analysis

Current development trends include: - Integration of IoT-enabled smart cutting systems - Adoption of diamond-coated blades for ultra-hard materials - Miniaturization for microelectronics applications - Battery-powered cordless models with 30% energy efficiency improvement - AI-powered cutting parameter optimization systems