KNIPEX introduces the 95 36 250 and 95 36 280 ratchet cable cutters, designed for heavy-duty electrical applications and clean cuts.
German hand tool manufacturer KNIPEX has expanded its professional cable-cutting range with the launch of the 95 36 250 and 95 36 280 ratchet cable cutters. Designed specifically for sparks and industrial contractors, these new additions utilize a high-leverage ratcheting mechanism to slice through heavy-duty copper and aluminium cables with minimal physical effort.
By incorporating a two-stage ratchet drive, the cutters allow users to operate the tool using one hand, even when dealing with larger conductor diameters. The precision-ground, hardened cutting edges deliver a clean, smooth cut without crushing or deforming the cable profile, ensuring conductors are instantly ready for termination or crimping.
Working in tight enclosures, distribution boards, or cramped plant rooms often leaves little room for standard long-handled cable shears. These compact ratchet models address spatial limitations by allowing incremental cutting passes within tight working envelopes. Furthermore, reducing the manual force required per stroke directly mitigates strain injuries on wrists and forearms during repetitive site installations.
For electricians and sub-contractors currently using standard cable shears or basic cutters, investing in these premium ratchet cutters represents a clear trade-off between higher upfront tool costs and long-term physical ergonomics. KNIPEX sits at the upper price tier across major UK stockists like Screwfix, Toolstation, and electrical wholesalers. While DIYers and light domestic installers rarely require this level of mechanical advantage, professional sparks tackling heavy armoured or thick-gauge cables will gain significant daily productivity. Buyers should verify exact cable diameter capacities for the 250mm and 280mm variants before purchasing to ensure they match their typical installation requirements.
The 95 36 250 and 95 36 280 models strengthen KNIPEX's footprint in specialized electrical hand tools, offering trade-grade durability for demanding commercial environments. Expect stock to land across major UK trade distributors and specialist tool merchants shortly.
Reported by Electrical Contracting News — original article
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