What is this diagonal cutter used for?

It is designed for ultra-fine cutting work in electronics and fine mechanics.

What wire capacities can this plier cut?

It cuts soft wire from 0.2 to 1.6 mm, medium-hard wire up to 1.2 mm, and hard wire up to 0.6 mm.

Does this cutter have bevelled cutting edges?

Yes, the cutting edges have a very small bevel for a semi-flush cut on harder wires.

Is the tool equipped with an opening spring?

Yes, it features a smooth-running opening spring and an opening limiter for comfortable use.

Is this plier non-sparking or insulated?

No, this plier is not non-sparking and is not insulated for live-line work.

KNIPEX 78 81 125 electronic Super Knips with multi-component handles browned 125 mm

Name: KNIPEX 78 81 125 electronic Super Knips with multi-component handles browned 125 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 02301806
Price: 19.8 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9.5 (2 reviews)

Supplier number: KNIPEX 78 81 125 | EAN 4003773065074

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Ultra fine cutting in electronics

Practical benefits

Accurate Knipex shear cutting: You cut the thinnest wires from 0.2 mm flush and clean thanks to precision tips and controlled micro cutting edge offset.
Effortless repetitive operation: The integrated opening spring and opening limiter allow you to work continuously with minimal hand fatigue.
Induction hardened cutting edges: Made from burnished tool steel, you reliably slice through soft and hard wires while maintaining long-lasting sharpness.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 78 81 125 Electronic Super Knips, you achieve ultra-fine cutting precision in electronics and fine mechanics. Ground cutting edges with a controlled micro edge offset and a small bevel allow you to cut fine wires from 0.2 mm cleanly while reliably tackling hard wire up to 0.6 mm. Made from induction-hardened, burnished tool steel, it maintains dependable sharpness over time. The multi-component handles, paired with a smooth-running opening spring and opening limiter, reduce hand fatigue during repetitive wire-trimming tasks on circuit boards.

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€19.80

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Key features according to our expert

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Blackened
Material (handle): Multicomponent
Length: 125 mm
Product Range: Knipex Electronic Super Knips

Product description

Precision pliers for very fine cutting e.g. in electronics and fine mechanics
Precisely shaped tips even cut flat wires from 0.2 mm in diameter
Scissor blade with controlled micro-edge adjustment for longer service life and ultra-precision, even when cutting the thinnest wires
Hinge with stainless steel hinge pin
Smooth joint for comfortable work
With opening spring and opening stop
Precision-ground cutting edges with extremely small bevel, even for hard wire
Cutting edges additionally induction-hardened, cutting edge hardness approx. 62 HRC
Special tool steel, browned

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All Features

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Blackened
Material (handle): Multicomponent
Length: 125 mm
Cutting capacities piano wire (diameter): Ø 0,0
Tang: burnished
Head width (a): 13.5 mm
Blade length mm (c): 0,0
Handle: with multi-component handle
Cutting capacities semi-hard wire (diameter): Ø 1.2 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Jaw length (b): 9 mm
Cup: burnished
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Jaw thickness (hinge) (d): 7.5 mm
Weight: 57 g
Dimensions: 125 x 50 x 16 mm
Standard: DIN ISO 9654
Product range: Knipex Electronic Super Knips

Brand KNIPEX
02301806
EAN 4003773065074
Supplier number KNIPEX 78 81 125

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is this diagonal cutter used for?: It is designed for ultra-fine cutting work in electronics and fine mechanics.
What wire capacities can this plier cut?: It cuts soft wire from 0.2 to 1.6 mm, medium-hard wire up to 1.2 mm, and hard wire up to 0.6 mm.
Does this cutter have bevelled cutting edges?: Yes, the cutting edges have a very small bevel for a semi-flush cut on harder wires.
Is the tool equipped with an opening spring?: Yes, it features a smooth-running opening spring and an opening limiter for comfortable use.
Is this plier non-sparking or insulated?: No, this plier is not non-sparking and is not insulated for live-line work.