Which cables is this cable shear suitable for?

It cuts multi-core copper and aluminium cables up to Ø 15 mm (50 mm²) and solid cables up to 5 x 4 mm².

Can you use this tool on live installations?

Yes, it is VDE-tested according to IEC 60900 and insulated for safe working up to 1000V.

What is the benefit of the StepCut design?

The stepped cutting edges cut wires one after another, reducing manual cutting effort by up to 40%.

Can you cut steel wire with these shears?

No, this tool is designed for copper and aluminium cables only, not for steel wire or hard-drawn copper.

Does it crush the cable during cutting?

No, the precision-ground cutting edges deliver a clean, smooth cut without crushing the conductors.

KNIPEX 95 16 160 StepCut cable cutters insulated with multi-component handles, VDE-tested chrome-plated 160 mm

Name: KNIPEX 95 16 160 StepCut cable cutters insulated with multi-component handles, VDE-tested chrome-plated 160 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 03171702
Price: 45.2 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: KNIPEX 95 16 160 | EAN 4003773085966

Recommended Retail Price €69.45

45.20 tax incl.

€37.36 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Effortless and secure cable cutting

Practical benefits

Stepped Knipex cutting profile: The stepped edge cuts individual wires one after another, reducing your required cutting effort by up to 40%.
Certified VDE insulated handles: The tested multi-component grips keep you safely protected when working around electrical installations up to 1000V.
Compact design with high capacity: Measuring just 160 mm, it allows you to cleanly slice through copper and aluminium cables up to 15 mm in diameter.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex StepCut 95 16 160 cable shears, you cleanly and effortlessly cut copper and aluminium cables up to 15 mm in diameter or 50 mm². The innovative stepped cutting edge slices through individual wire strands one after another, reducing your required cutting effort by up to 40%. Measuring just 160 mm, this compact tool delivers excellent maneuverability in tight control panels and junction boxes. The precision-ground cutting edges prevent crushing or deforming cable ends. In addition, the VDE-tested multi-component grips keep you safely protected during electrical work up to 1000V.

Product information FAQ

€45.20

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Length: 160 mm
VDE approved: Yes
Product Range: Knipex Stepcut

Product description

Small, light, strong: comfortable cutting without crushing, with a size of only 160 mm
Noticeably less effort required: the wires are cut in stages, for an up to 40% easier cutting process than with standard cable cutters of the same length!
Ergonomic handle: optimum cutting feel, even with larger cable diameters
Cuts multi-strand copper and aluminium cables up to Ø 15 mm (50 mm²)
Cuts solid copper and aluminium cables up to 5 x 4 mm²
Cuts without crushing
Screwed joint: precise, smooth, durable
Clamp protection for safe working
Not suitable for steel wire and hard-drawn copper wire
Cutting edges additionally induction-hardened, cutting edge hardness approx. 56 HRC

All Features

Length: 160 mm
Vde approved: Yes
Product range: Knipex Stepcut

Brand KNIPEX
03171702
EAN 4003773085966
Supplier number KNIPEX 95 16 160

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which cables is this cable shear suitable for?: It cuts multi-core copper and aluminium cables up to Ø 15 mm (50 mm²) and solid cables up to 5 x 4 mm².
Can you use this tool on live installations?: Yes, it is VDE-tested according to IEC 60900 and insulated for safe working up to 1000V.
What is the benefit of the StepCut design?: The stepped cutting edges cut wires one after another, reducing manual cutting effort by up to 40%.
Can you cut steel wire with these shears?: No, this tool is designed for copper and aluminium cables only, not for steel wire or hard-drawn copper.
Does it crush the cable during cutting?: No, the precision-ground cutting edges deliver a clean, smooth cut without crushing the conductors.