{"product_id":"knipex-stepcut-xl-cable-shears-1000v-vde","title":"Knipex StepCut XL Cable Shears 1000V VDE","description":"\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Knipex StepCut XL Cable Shears 1000V VDE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Trade:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Master Electricians,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e HV Technicians,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Commercial Sparkies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCore Innovation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dual cutting areas with a stepped edge that holds up to 120mm² fine stranded cables close to the joint,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e drastically reducing physical hand force while delivering a smooth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e crush-free cut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest high-leverage 1000V VDE cable shears for cutting thick copper and aluminum wires with one-handed operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Bottom Line:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Knipex StepCut XL VDE Cable Shears deliver clean,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e crush-free cuts on massive electrical cables up to 120mm²,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e utilizing an innovative stepped cutting geometry to drastically reduce physical exertion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Pro's Equation: Uncompromised Safety \u0026amp; Extreme Leverage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Standard compact shears struggle and deform under the load of thick stranded cables,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leaving jagged edges that ruin terminations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Knipex StepCut XL neutralizes this mechanical failure completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engineered with an innovative dual cutting area,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the stepped edge forcefully holds both small and massive cables tightly against the high-leverage joint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This intelligent blade geometry,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combined with laser-hardened 56 HRC edges,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allows the front profile to slice through large diameters step-by-step without crushing the internal copper or aluminum conductors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn high-voltage commercial electrical work,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wrestling with heavy-gauge cables destroys your wrist joints and severely slows down the termination process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The StepCut XL operates with an incredibly low handle opening,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enabling seamless one- or two-handed operation even on thick 70mm² stranded wires.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fully VDE 1000V insulated,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this drop-forged safety asset is a tax-deductible investment that eliminates extreme hand fatigue,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensures immediate zero-rework terminations,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and protects your life on live commercial sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy Pros Choose the Knipex StepCut XL:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStepped Edge Technology:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dual cutting areas hold cables close to the joint,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e magnifying leverage and preventing the cable from slipping out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMassive Cutting Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Effortlessly slices solid copper\/aluminum up to 35mm²,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stranded up to 70mm²,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and fine-stranded up to 120mm².\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eErgonomic Handle Opening:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to maintain a minimum handle opening width,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowing for comfortable one-handed use on large cables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVDE 1000V Certified:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tested and certified to the highest electrical safety standards for high-voltage commercial environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClean, Crush-Free Cuts:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Precision laser-hardened edges (56 HRC) ensure the conductor profile remains perfectly round for immediate termination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,1,1,0\"\u003eKNIPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,2,1,0\"\u003eStepCut® XL Cable Shears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInsulation Standard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,3,1,0\"\u003eVDE Certified 1000V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSolid Cable Capacity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,4,1,0\"\u003eUp to 35 mm² (Copper\/Aluminum)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStranded Cable Capacity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,5,1,0\"\u003eUp to 70 mm²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFine Stranded Capacity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,6,1,0\"\u003eUp to 120 mm²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlade Geometry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,7,1,0\"\u003eDual cutting areas (Stepped cutting edge)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCutting Edge Hardness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,8,1,0\"\u003eApprox. 56 HRC (Laser-hardened)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJoint Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,9,1,0\"\u003eAdjustable, high-leverage bolted joint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⚠️ Usage Restriction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"19,10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNOT suitable for steel-reinforced cables or ACSR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCan I use the StepCut XL on steel-reinforced cables or ACSR?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These high-leverage shears are explicitly engineered with precision,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e laser-hardened edges (56 HRC) designed exclusively for cutting soft copper and aluminum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Attempting to cut steel wire or ACSR will instantly cause severe damage and chip the cutting blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow does the \"step cut\" design actually make cutting thick cables easier?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The stepped cutting edge is a mechanical advantage system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It prevents the cable from slipping away and forces it to stay extremely close to the high-leverage bolted joint during the cut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This maximizes your physical force,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowing you to slice through thick 70mm² stranded cables with significantly less effort than standard compact shears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIs the handle opening too wide for one-handed operation on large cables?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The StepCut XL is specifically designed to maintain a minimum handle opening width even when tackling massive cable diameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This highly ergonomic design ensures you can comfortably and safely operate the tool with one hand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e without overextending your grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knipex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50587247673506,"sku":"9518225","price":203.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0415\/4667\/8434\/files\/image_84c1cdf9-7f72-42a8-aed0-591a2ad9e0f4.png?v=1791512147","url":"https:\/\/www.sigtools.co.nz\/es\/products\/knipex-stepcut-xl-cable-shears-1000v-vde","provider":"SIG Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}