Is this diagonal cutter insulated for live electrical work?

No, the plastic-coated handles provide grip but are not VDE-insulated for live electrical work.

What is the overall length of this diagonal cutter?

The cutter has an overall length of 160 mm.

Is the Knipex 70 01 160 non-sparking?

No, this steel diagonal cutter is not non-sparking.

What is the purpose of the black atramentized finish?

The black atramentized surface finish protects the vanadium electric steel against corrosion and wear.

KNIPEX 70 01 160 diagonal cutters plastic-coated black atramentised 160 mm

Name: KNIPEX 70 01 160 diagonal cutters plastic-coated black atramentised 160 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 41190058
Price: 16.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: KNIPEX 70 01 160 | EAN 4003773013426

16.80 tax incl.

€13.88 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Ordered before 20:00 - delivered tomorrow 15/10/2026
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Clean cutting performance every time

Practical benefits

Trusted Knipex cutting edge precision: You cut through soft and hard wire cleanly thanks to induction-hardened precision cutting edges.
Access tight and narrow spots: The slim head design allows you to work accurately even in confined installation spaces.
Comfortable and firm handling: The plastic-coated handles provide you with a secure and controlled grip throughout repetitive tasks.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 70 01 160 diagonal cutter, you cut cleanly and effortlessly through a wide variety of wire types. Thanks to the induction-hardened precision cutting edges, you can handle soft wire up to ø 4.0 mm, medium-hard wire up to ø 3.0 mm, and hard wire up to ø 2.0 mm with complete accuracy. The slim head design provides easy access to tight installation areas, making it ideal for electrical tasks or workshop assembly. The plastic-coated handles give you a comfortable and controlled grip during repetitive cutting work. In addition, the black atramentized finish on the vanadium electric steel protects this 160 mm cutter against wear and corrosion.

Product information FAQ

€16.80

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Material (Handle): Plastic
Length: 160 mm

Product description

Slim head for use in hard-to-reach areas
The indispensable diagonal cutters for versatile use
High-quality material and precise workmanship for a long service life
Precision cutting edges for soft and hard wire
Clean cut for Cu wires, also at the cutting heads
Cutting edges additionally induction-hardened, cutting edge hardness approx. 61 HRC

Documents

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All Features

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Material (handle): Plastic
Length: 160 mm
Cup: polished
Handle: plastic-coated
Cutting capacities semi-hard wire (diameter): Ø 3.0 mm
Cutting capacities soft wire (diameter): Ø 2.0 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Standard: DIN ISO 5749
Weight: 171 g
Dimensions: 160 x 50 x 13 mm
Tang: black atramentized

Brand KNIPEX
41190058
EAN 4003773013426
Supplier number KNIPEX 70 01 160

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What wire capacities can the Knipex 70 01 160 cut?: You can cut soft wire up to Ø 4.0 mm, medium-hard wire up to Ø 3.0 mm, and hard wire up to Ø 2.0 mm.
Is this diagonal cutter insulated for live electrical work?: No, the plastic-coated handles provide grip but are not VDE-insulated for live electrical work.
What is the overall length of this diagonal cutter?: The cutter has an overall length of 160 mm.
Is the Knipex 70 01 160 non-sparking?: No, this steel diagonal cutter is not non-sparking.
What is the purpose of the black atramentized finish?: The black atramentized surface finish protects the vanadium electric steel against corrosion and wear.