Key Specifications
- Warranty
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Limited 1 Year
- Insulated
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No
- Cable Size – Maximum
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600 MCM
- Color
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Blue, Gray
- Material Application
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Aluminum, Copper
Detailed information
The IDEAL® Open Jaw Ratcheting Cable Cutter is designed to easily access cable even in confined spaces like electrical panels. Featuring a ratcheting mechanism which allows you to easily cut copper cables up to 600 MCM with just one hand, and a convenient quick-release lever. Featuring a rounded blade design to minimize cable distortion during cutting, the hardened steel blades ensure consistent cuts and long-term durability.
- Cuts hard drawn copper up to 600 MCM and soft copper, aluminum and multi-conductor cable up to 750 MCM
- Open jaw provides easy access in tight areas
- Hardened steel blades ensure consistent cuts and long-term durability
- Rounded blade design minimizes cable distortion during cutting
- Quick release mechanism simplifies blade back-out
- Locking mechanism keeps handles closed for easy storage
- Not for cutting steel or ACSR
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Popular Mechanics

I would absolutely recommend these lever connectors and will surely be using them in the future! Those connectors were super easy to work with, didn’t seem flimsy like other brands, and were super easy to install as well as remove
Donny Metcalf, Master Electrician and Electrical Instructor


