Wire Cutting Hand Tool

Wire cutting tools, often referred to as wire cutters or diagonal pliers, are used to cut various types of wire, including electrical, communications, and construction wires. They are also versatile enough to cut other materials like nails, bolts, and even thin metal or plastic. These tools are essential for electrical work, network installations, and various DIY projects. 

Specific uses include:

Cutting wires:

They are primarily designed to cut different types of wire, including copper, brass, iron, aluminum, and steel. 

Stripping insulation:

Some wire cutters have features that allow them to strip insulation from wires without damaging the conductors. 

Cutting other materials:

They can be used to cut nails, pins, rivets, bolts, and even thin metal or plastic. 

Jewelry making:

End cutters, a type of wire cutter, are commonly used in jewelry making to cut hard wires and pull nails