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Red-handled all-purpose shears with steel jaws and plastic grips, 7 5/8 in overall length

Klein Tools

Klein Tools 1104 All-Purpose Shears BX Cable Cutter

SKU CH-24KB-61331

All-purpose shears cut BX cable, sheet metal and steel strapping with a handle cavity that restores cable shape after cutting

  • ColorTransparent
  • One-handed shear action speeds through BX cable and sheet metal
  • Handle cavity restores BX cable to original shape after cutting
  • Cushioned plastic grip reduces fatigue during repetitive cuts
  • Hardened steel jaws cut steel strapping and bundling wire
  • Compact 7 5/8 in length fits easily in tool belt

All-Purpose Shears BX Cable Cutter

The Klein Tools 1104 combines all-purpose shears with a dedicated BX cable cutter for electrical and data cable work. Its handle cavity restores BX cable to its original shape after cutting, while the steel jaws also handle sheet metal, steel strapping and bundling wire. The red plastic handles include cushioned grips for comfort during repetitive tasks. It is built for electricians and technicians who need one tool for multiple cutting jobs.

Thermals Noise Power

As a manual hand tool, the 1104 produces no operational noise, draws no power and generates no heat during use. The .6 lb steel jaw construction relies entirely on user-applied force rather than any motor or battery. Plastic handles insulate the grip from temperature transfer in normal working environments. There are no moving parts that require lubrication or cooling to maintain performance.

Upgrade Path

This tool replaces separate cable cutters, sheet-metal snips and strapping cutters in a single 7 5/8 in design. The jump is worthwhile for professionals who regularly switch between BX cable, steel strapping and bundling wire on the job site. It is not suited for buyers who need insulated handles for live-circuit work or a ratcheting mechanism for heavy-gauge armoured cable. The one-handed shear action limits leverage on the thickest materials.

Highlights

  • One-handed shear action speeds through BX cable and sheet metal
  • Handle cavity restores BX cable to original shape after cutting
  • Cushioned plastic grip reduces fatigue during repetitive cuts
  • Hardened steel jaws cut steel strapping and bundling wire
  • Compact 7 5/8 in length fits easily in tool belt

Specifications

BrandKLEIN TOOLS
ColorTransparent

Questions about this item

How do I install the Klein Tools 1104 shears and what step do people get wrong?

No installation is required; the tool is ready to use. The common error is skipping the handle cavity that restores BX cable to its original shape after each cut.

What maintenance or replacement will the 1104 shears need later?

Wipe the steel jaws clean after cutting sheet metal or strapping and apply light oil to the pivot; replace the tool if the cushioned plastic grip tears or the blades no longer close fully.

What limit shows up first under sustained use of the 1104 shears?

Hand fatigue from the 0.6 lb weight and non-insulated plastic grips typically appears before the steel jaws lose cutting performance on BX cable or bundling wire.

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