The Knipex StepCut makes cable cutting easy: innovative step cutting separates wires one by one to save energy The Knipex 9516160SB (carded) StepCut Cable Shears are insulated and VDE tested to 1000V. Measuring only 160mm in length, they require much less effort to operate, 40% less than other cutters of a similar length. Small strong and lightweight they are able to cut solid copper and aluminium cables up to 5 x 4 mm?. Manufactured from high-grade special tool steel which has been forged and oil-hardened. The cutting edges are additionally induction-hardened for a precise cut time and time again. Features: Small, light, strong: comfortable cutting without crushing and just 160 mm in size Noticeably less effort: the gradations cut wires one after the other; cutting is up to 40% easier than with standard cable shears of the same length! Ergonomic handle design: optimal cutting feel even for larger cable diameters Cuts multi-core stranded copper and aluminium cables up to ? 15 mm (50 mm