Description These professional-quality VDE insulated diagonal cutters are designed for safe use on live electrical wires up to 1000V AC and 1500V DC. Made from hardened and tempered chrome vanadium steel, they offer durability and precision. The cutters feature smoothly ground heads with induction-hardened cutting edges at 64HRC, suitable for cutting piano, hard, and soft wires. They have a forged-on pivot for increased leverage and strength. The heavy insulated handles with slip guards provide comfort and safety during use. These cutters are ideal for electrical work requiring reliable insulation and cutting performance. Technical Specifications Material: Chrome vanadium electric steel Hardness of cutting edges: 64HRC Insulation: Tested to 10,000V, safe for up to 1000V AC and 1500V DC Overall length: 180 mm Cutting capacity for hard wire: 2.7 mm diameter Cutting capacity for medium/hard wire: 3.8 mm diameter Cutting capacity for piano wire: 2.2 mm diameter Cutting capacity for soft