Cable Cutter Design

Cutting a cable is the first in a series of operations with the aim of making an electrical connection. To cut cables of different shapes, materials and diameters properly, the right cable cutting tools must be used. There are different tools for thin, fine-wire conductors, precise right-angled cutting of ribbon cables and cutting thick cables. It should be possible to cleanly cut the cables without undue effort.

Special blade geometry and precision-ground, hardened blades give clean cutting without strain. Efficient force transfer through good transmission ratios and special designs such as the rim gear drive system, allow thicker cables to be cut without extreme muscle power. Ease of cutting is further enhanced by ergonomic handles of lightweight, easy-grip materials. Compact shears offer benefits in confined areas such as circuit boxes; but they are not suitable for cutting wire cables or steel wire. Only strong wire cable shears with reinforced cutting head can be used for fine conductor cables with strain-relief or cables with steel casings. The capacity rating refers to the total of all wires to be cut in one stroke. It does not refer to the cross-section of the individual cable, which is indicated by cable capacities.