For electricians, having tools that enhance productivity and safety is crucial. Here, we spotlight three tools from KNIPEX that embody efficiency and innovation.
For electricians, having tools that not only meet the demands of the job but enhance productivity and guarantee comfort and safety is essential. Recognised globally for their robust build and precision, KNIPEX tools are specially designed to minimise physical strain and maximise the efficiency of electrical work.
The KNIPEX StepCut XL (95 18 225) cable shears are a great example. They feature a high-leverage joint, extended handles and optimised cutting edges, making it significantly easier to cut through cables than with standard compact shears. These shears can manage a wide range of cables: solid copper or aluminium cables up to 35mm², stranded cables up to 70mm² and fine stranded cables up to 120mm². They’re equipped with dual cutting areas – a stepped cutting edge for secure, precise cuts close to the joint and a front cutting edge that tackles very large cables in incremental steps.
They’re great in tight spaces too. Designed for flexibility, they work well with both one- or two-handed operation and need minimal handle opening even for larger cables, while the slim head design helps in reaching into tight spaces. For added safety, there is an integrated pinch guard to protect the operator’s fingers.
When you need to quickly and easily cut across various types of cable sheaths, the KNIPEX Stripping Knife (16 50 145 SB) is a great solution. Its blade has three distinct cutting areas and can efficiently cut through very hard or tough plastic sheaths up to 7mm thick. Safety and practicality are key with this tool; the guide shoe ensures that the conductor insulation remains protected during cutting while the replaceable hook blade can be adjusted into four positions: straight, angled, ratcheting and folded for safe transport. KNIPEX always makes sure tools are comfortable and convenient and the Stripping Knife is no different – its handle is ergonomically designed while an integrated tether attachment point allows for secure connection to the KNIPEX Tethered Tool System, ensuring the knife is always within reach when needed.
The KNIPEX Metric WireStripper (13 76 200 ME) is another versatile tool for an electrician’s toolbox. It has a large capacity range and sharply ground stripping profiles that enable intuitive positioning and clever stripping. It combines the slim profile of needle-nose pliers with the breadth of combination pliers, providing both high stability and good accessibility. The Metric WireStripper includes location ridges for precise positioning of the wire, ensuring accurate and clean cuts. Additional features include wide, cross-hatched gripping surfaces for effective wire twisting, a milled groove for securely holding and pulling small work pieces like nails, and a convex gripping surface on one side for a secure grip on both flat and round materials.
KNIPEX’s range of tools is engineered with the professional electrician in mind, combining ergonomic design with functional excellence. The StepCut XL, Stripping Knife and Metric WireStripper demonstrate this blend, offering solutions that maximise safety and efficiency.
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