cable cutter

Heavy-duty snips

A cable cutter is a tool designed to cut through cables, wires, or ropes cleanly without crushing or fraying.

Heavy-duty versions handle thick electrical cables or steel wire rope; smaller ones work on coaxial or network cables.

The cutting edges meet precisely to shear rather than pinch: You'll need cable cutters for anything thicker than 4 gauge.

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