





74 06 200High Leverage Diagonal Cutter


- For very tough, continuous use
- High cutting performance with minimum effort due to optimum coordination of the cutting edge angle and transmission ratio
- Precision cutting edges additionally induction-hardened (cutting edge hardness approx. 64 HRC), for all sorts of wire including piano wire
- Chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel, forged, multi stage oil-hardened




Chrome-plated high leverage diagonal cutters for hard constant use
Reliable helpers for professional users: tough and strong
Thanks to their high cutting capacity and indestructible strength, the Knipex 74 06 200 high leverage diagonal cutters are highly valued especially by craftsmen, predominantly in the electrical trade. They are also often used in the motor trade, on the building site and in industry.
They are also ideal as constant companion in mobile applications, because despite their compact size, they are still able to cut hard materials effortlessly.
The chrome plating contributes to the durability of the high leverage diagonal cutters, because it acts as an effective rust protection and makes them easier to clean
Low weight, optimum ergonomics and geometry: a 20 % energy saving
Compared to conventional diagonal cutters of the same size, the Knipex 74 06 200 offers a much better ratio between the force required and cutting capacity.
The geometry of the cutting edges, joint and the handles has been designed for efficiency. This tool is also the first choice for hard constant use, e.g. during assembly work, because its ergonomic design really conserves the strength of the user.
Thanks to the hand-friendly shape of the handle, the benefits of using these high leverage diagonal cutters are plain to feel and see. The insulating multi-component grips ensure added comfort.
These high leverage diagonal cutters are extremely stable due to their robust design with forged joint axle, yet the Knipex 74 06 200 is quite light, weighing just 308 g.
Compact high leverage diagonal cutters with forged joint axle
Cut piano wire (spring steel wire) up to Ø 2.5 mm
Big quality in a compact format: only 200 mm long
Low weight (308 g)
Cutting edge hardness approx. 64 HRC
Production according to higher standards for optimal work results and a long service life
Sit firmly in the hand thanks to ergonomic handle design and multi-component grips
Insulated in accordance with the insulation standard IEC 60900 / DIN EN 60900
Chrome vanadium electric steel, forged, oil hardened in multiple stages and chrome-plated

Precise cutting of medium-hard and hard wire as well as piano wire
One can see how good diagonal cutters are by the cut. Knipex high leverage diagonal cutters deliver best performance. In addition to the quality forged metal parts made of high performance chrome vanadium tool steel, the most important quality criteria at Knipex include their precise machining. The sharpness and angle of the cutting edges on the Knipex 74 06 200 are designed for top performance. The excellent machining of these high leverage diagonal cutters makes sure that the material to be cut is always cut cleanly. The high quality of the tool steel produced in Germany, the hardness of the cutting edges and the forged joint axle guarantee exceptional stability and a long service life.

Suitable for work on electrical installations (as long as the relevant safety rules have been complied with).

The precision cutting edges are additionally induction hardened.

With forged joint axle for the toughest, continuous demands.

High leverage diagonal cutters for multiple cutting work on CU or AL conductors across all wire classes through to piano wire.