Knipex
Knipex 74 01 140 Diagonal Cutter 5-1/2" Plastic Grip
High-leverage diagonal cutter with 5-1/2" chrome vanadium steel jaws and plastic grips
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- High-leverage design multiplies cutting force with less effort
- Chrome vanadium steel jaws stay sharp through heavy use
- 5-1/2 inch length fits tight workspaces comfortably
- Plastic grip reduces hand fatigue during extended tasks
- California Proposition 65 warning discloses regulated chemical content
High-Leverage Diagonal Cutter
The Knipex 74 01 140 is a 5-1/2 inch diagonal cutting plier forged from chrome vanadium steel. It is built for tradespeople and technicians who need reliable cutting performance on wire and small fasteners in daily professional use.
Fits a Tool Belt and Frees Up Force
The high-leverage joint design reduces the hand force required to make clean cuts through hard or soft wire. Plastic grips provide a secure, non-slip hold during repetitive tasks. The compact length allows the tool to sit comfortably in a belt pouch or toolbox compartment without adding bulk.
For Wire Cutting, Not Bolt Work
This plier suits electricians, mechanics and maintenance staff who primarily cut copper, aluminium or steel wire. It is not designed for cutting hardened bolts, nails or thick sheet metal. Buyers needing an insulated grip for live electrical work or a larger jaw capacity for heavy cable should look at a different tool.
Highlights
- High-leverage design multiplies cutting force with less effort
- Chrome vanadium steel jaws stay sharp through heavy use
- 5-1/2 inch length fits tight workspaces comfortably
- Plastic grip reduces hand fatigue during extended tasks
- California Proposition 65 warning discloses regulated chemical content
Specifications
| Brand | KNIPEX |
|---|---|
| Type | Pliers |
Questions about this item
What is the first limit reached when cutting continuously with the Knipex 74 01 140?
The first limit is hand fatigue from repetitive squeezing, as the tool has no powered mechanism and relies entirely on manual force applied through the plastic grips.
How much noise and heat does the 74 01 140 produce during all-day use?
It produces negligible noise — only the snap of each cut — and no measurable heat, because it is a purely mechanical hand tool with no motor or electrical components.
What must I already own for the Knipex 74 01 140 to work?
You need only the workpiece to cut; the pliers are a complete, self-contained hand tool requiring no external power, accessories or other equipment.
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