Cable Cutter · 9-1/2 in (241 mm) · Cuts up to 2/0 Cu and 4/0 Al · IDEAL Industries 35-052
What this product is for
This hand cable cutter is used for cutting non-ferrous electrical cable in service, panel, feeder and general wiring work. It is designed for copper and aluminium conductors where a clean cut and controlled hand force matter.
Use for
Use for cutting copper cable up to 2/0 AWG and aluminium cable up to 4/0 AWG, based on manufacturer and distributor listings. It suits electricians, maintenance teams and contractors working on residential, commercial and light industrial installations.
Avoid for
Do not use this cutter on ACSR, steel cable, hardened wire, or other ferrous materials. It is not intended as an armoured cable cutter or general-purpose steel-cutting tool.
Best for
Best for electricians who need a compact 9-1/2 in (241 mm) cutter for feeder and branch cable work without moving to a larger long-arm cutter. The high-leverage pivot helps reduce effort on repeated cuts, especially on stranded copper and aluminium conductors.
Installed in
Typically carried in electrician tool bags for panel work, rough-in, service upgrades, maintenance calls and shop use. Commonly used anywhere non-ferrous cable needs to be cut cleanly before termination or pulling.
Why this product exists
This cutter fills the gap between standard side cutters and larger cable cutters by giving more leverage and a blade profile suited to electrical cable. The precision-ground hardened edges are intended to cut without excessive cable distortion, which helps when preparing conductors for lugs and connectors.
Compared with similar products
Compared with general lineman pliers, this tool is better suited to larger copper and aluminium cable because the jaw geometry and leverage are made for cable cutting rather than mixed-use gripping and twisting. Compared with long-arm cable cutters, it is more compact and easier to carry, but with lower maximum capacity. As a rule of thumb, choose a dedicated cable cutter like this when cleaner cuts and less conductor deformation matter.
Actual cutting effort depends on conductor material, strand count and cable condition.
Specifications
- Manufacturer part number: 35-052
- Brand: IDEAL Industries
- Product family: WireMan
- Product type: Cable cutter
- Overall length: 9-1/2 in (241 mm)
- Cutting capacity: up to 2/0 AWG copper and 4/0 AWG aluminium
- Construction: drop-forged high-carbon steel
- Cutting edges: precision-ground, hardened
- Handle style: dipped grip / vinyl-coated comfort grip
- Design: high-leverage pivot
- Application: non-ferrous electrical cable
- Limitations: not for ACSR
Minimum Order $20
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Minimum Order Is $20
Freight Surcharge Apply To Oversized/Over-Weight Items(Not Limited To):
- PVC and EMT Pipe
- Wire and Cable
- Items over 48 inches in length
Surcharges are applied to items on an individual basis regardless if the rest of the order meets prepaid levels. If a freight line appears at the time of check out it only applies to the Items carrying a surcharge and not the entire basket of goods.
Shipping Options:
- A courier can deliver to your home, office, or your job site
- Pick up at local depot near you (applies to the following locations)
Edmonton Warehouse 8135 Roper Rd Edmonton, T6E 6S4, AB
Burnaby Warehouse 5608 Goring St Burnaby, V5B 3A3, BC
Orders are typically delivered within two to eleven business days. The transit time begins the first full shipping day after your order leaves our warehouse. Please allow an additional 2-5 days for delivery to remote locations, additional fees may apply.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO STANDARD SHIPPING OPTIONS
- We cannot deliver to P.O. boxes.
- A signature may be required for shipments over $500.
- No weekend delivery.
- Wire & cable, EMT or PVC conduit, tube lamps 4ft or greater, and 10ft ground rods & mast pipes have special conditions.
Standard Shipping cost on orders less than $499
Total shipping cost = "Per Shipment" cost + "Per Item" cost. The "per item" cost is listed in terms of price per pound.
Product Group | Per Shipment* | Per Item |
|---|---|---|
Boxes | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Conduit & Raceway | $149.99 | $2.49/lb |
Connectors & Fittings | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Data & Structured Home | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Distribution Equipment | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Emergency Lighting | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Heating & Ventilation | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Lighting Controls | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Lighting Indoor | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Lighting Outdoor | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Tools | $4.99 | $.99/lb |
Wire & Cable | $49.99 | $2.29/lb |
Wiring Devices | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Any combination of the above items | Highest applicable per-shipment charge | As above |
Effective Date: August, 15, 1998
At Evolt Electrical Supply, customer satisfaction is our top priority. Please review our return policy below:
Returns
Defective Items:
- If you receive a defective item, you may return it for a replacement or refund within 30 days of purchase.
- To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team with your order number and a description of the defect.
Non-Defective Items:
- We do not accept returns for non-defective items. All sales are final once the product is shipped or ordered from the manufacturer. In certain circumstances we may amend this so feel free to contact our customer service team.
Return Process
Authorization:
- Before returning any items, you must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number from our customer service team. Returns without an RMA number will not be accepted.
- Backordered items can not be cancelled if the item is in transit from the manufacturer, contact us to review.
Shipping:
- Customers are responsible for the return shipping costs. We recommend using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance.
Condition:
- Returned items must be in their original packaging and condition. Any items returned damaged due to improper packaging or misuse will not be eligible for a refund or replacement.
Refunds
- Once we receive and inspect your returned item, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
- Approved refunds will be processed within [7] business days and a credit will automatically be applied to your original method of payment.
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