Which materials can this cable shear cut?

It cuts single and multi-stranded copper and aluminium cables up to 35 mm² or 12 mm in diameter. It is not suitable for steel wire or hard-drawn copper.

What wire sizes can be stripped with this tool?

The universal stripping area is designed for solid conductors with cross-sections of 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm², such as NYM installation cables.

Is the Knipex 95 41 165 rated for live electrical work?

No, this shear has plastic-coated handles and is not VDE-certified or insulated up to 1000V. Always disconnect power before cutting cables.

Can this cable shear be operated with one hand?

Yes, the integrated internal opening spring allows comfortable and effortless one-handed cutting and stripping.

Can the bolted joint be adjusted?

Yes, it features an adjustable, self-locking bolted joint to maintain precise blade alignment over time.

KNIPEX 95 41 165 cable cutter plastic-coated browned 165 mm

Name: KNIPEX 95 41 165 cable cutter plastic-coated browned 165 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 03065361
Price: 44.8 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: KNIPEX 95 41 165 | EAN 4003773078609

Recommended Retail Price €73.21

44.80 tax incl.

€37.02 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 02/12/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 02/12/2026
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Clean cable cutting and stripping

Practical benefits

Versatile Knipex dual function: You cut copper or aluminum cables and strip solid conductors efficiently using a single specialized tool.
Clean and smooth cut: Precision-ground blades ensure you make deformation-free cuts through conductors without crushing the cable ends.
Effortless single-handed use: You work comfortably with reduced hand fatigue thanks to the internal opening spring and smooth handles.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 95 41 165 cable shear, you speed up electrical installations and wiring tasks. Instead of switching tools, you cut copper and aluminium cables and strip solid 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm² conductors using a single tool. Precision-ground blades deliver a clean, smooth cut without crushing or deforming cable ends. Thanks to the integrated internal opening spring and compact 165 mm design, you cut effortlessly with one hand. The adjustable bolted joint ensures precise blade alignment during consumer unit and junction box work.

Product information FAQ

€44.80

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Length: 165 mm
VDE approved: No

Product description

Cuts neatly smooth without deforming
Easy cut with one-hand operation
Adjustable screw joint
For cutting Cu and Al cables, single and multi-stranded
Not suitable for steel wire and hard-drawn copper wire
Hardened and precision-ground cutting edges
With clamping device
Multifunctional tool for processing NYM cables from 3 x 1.5 mm² to 5 x 2.5 mm² (cutting, dismantling, stripping)
Universal stripping location for both solid conductor cross-sections
Secure centring of the cable on the stripping area thanks to V-shaped geometry

Documents

⤓ Product sheet PDF

All Features

Length: 165 mm
Vde approved: No
Dimensions: 165 x 42 x 15 mm
Awg: 1 / 0
Weight: 220 g
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Scissors: burnished
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Stripping capacities square millimetres: 1.5 mm² / 2.5 mm²
Handle: plastic-coated

Brand KNIPEX
03065361
EAN 4003773078609
Supplier number KNIPEX 95 41 165

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which materials can this cable shear cut?: It cuts single and multi-stranded copper and aluminium cables up to 35 mm² or 12 mm in diameter. It is not suitable for steel wire or hard-drawn copper.
What wire sizes can be stripped with this tool?: The universal stripping area is designed for solid conductors with cross-sections of 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm², such as NYM installation cables.
Is the Knipex 95 41 165 rated for live electrical work?: No, this shear has plastic-coated handles and is not VDE-certified or insulated up to 1000V. Always disconnect power before cutting cables.
Can this cable shear be operated with one hand?: Yes, the integrated internal opening spring allows comfortable and effortless one-handed cutting and stripping.
Can the bolted joint be adjusted?: Yes, it features an adjustable, self-locking bolted joint to maintain precise blade alignment over time.