KNIPEX 74 06 250 High Leverage VDE Diagonal Cutter

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KNIPEX 74 06 250 High Leverage VDE Diagonal Cutter

The KNIPEX 74 06 250 High Leverage VDE Diagonal Cutter is a powerful heavy-duty cutting tool. It’s engineered for demanding industrial, electrical installation and maintenance applications. Designed for very tough, continuous use, the KNIPEX 7406250 cutter delivers exceptional cutting performance with minimal effort thanks to its optimised leverage ratio and precision cutting edge geometry. Its robust construction and high cutting capacity make it ideal for professionals working with hard wire, piano wire and large conductors in challenging environments.

Manufactured from high-performance chrome vanadium electric steel, this KNIPEX 7406250 diagonal cutter features induction-hardened precision cutting edges. They have a hardness of approximately 64 HRC for long-term durability and consistently clean cuts. The ergonomic multi-component insulated grips provide secure and comfortable handling, while the VDE-tested insulation ensures safe working on live electrical installations up to 1,000V. Combining strength, efficiency and reliability, this cutter is an essential tool for electricians, industrial engineers and maintenance professionals.

Part Number: 74 06 250.

Key Features & Benefits

  • High leverage design for maximum cutting performance with reduced effort
  • Suitable for very tough, continuous professional use
  • Precision cutting edges induction-hardened to approximately 64 HRC
  • Cuts medium-hard wire, hard wire and piano wire with ease
  • Capable of cutting Cu conductors up to 16 mm² and Al conductors up to 35 mm²
  • VDE-tested insulation for safe live working up to 1,000V
  • Forged joint axle for exceptional strength and long-term durability
  • Ergonomic multi-component grips for secure and comfortable handling
  • Chrome-plated finish for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning
  • Manufactured from forged chrome vanadium electric steel
  • Optimised cutting edge geometry for efficient force transmission
  • Ideal for industrial, electrical installation and maintenance applications

Why Choose the KNIPEX 74 06 250?

The KNIPEX 74 06 250 high leverage VDE diagonal cutter is designed for professionals who require maximum cutting power, durability and reliability for demanding everyday applications. Its high leverage mechanism significantly reduces user effort while maintaining exceptional cutting performance across a wide range of wire types and conductor sizes.

With induction-hardened cutting edges, forged joint construction and VDE-certified insulated grips, this KNIPEX 7406250 cutter delivers dependable long-term performance. The combination of ergonomic comfort, heavy-duty strength and precise cutting capability makes the 7406250 VDE cutter an ideal solution for professional installation, maintenance and repair work.


For Additional Information on the KNIPEX 74 06 250 High Leverage VDE Diagonal Cutter, please consult the Technical Data Table or PDF File below.

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Technical Data

PART NO.
74 06 250
EAN 4003773041955
PLIERS Chrome-plated
HEAD Chrome-plated
HANDLES Insulated with multi-component grips, VDE-tested
WEIGHT
453 g
DIMENSIONS
250 x 63 x 22 mm
STANDARD
DIN ISO 5749 DIN EN 60900 IEC 60900
REACH COMPLIANT Does not contain SVHC
RoHS COMPLIANT Not applicable
CUTTING CAPACITIES MEDIUM HARD WIRE (DIAMETER) Ø 4.6 mm
CUTTING CAPACITIES HARD WIRE (DIAMETER) Ø 3.5 mm
CUTTING CAPACITIES PIANO WIRE (DIAMETER) Ø 3.0 mm
VDE TESTED Yes

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