Cable Cutters

Learn more about cable cutters

Cable cutters are used for controlled cuts on cable, where you want a cleaner finish than a general cutting tool may give you. They suit preparation before termination, tidying cable ends and cutting material to length before fixing.

If you are comparing cutting cables with side cutters and a dedicated cable cutter, check the cable size, material and the finish you need. For bigger cable sizes, a purpose made cable cutter is usually the better option.

Typical uses

• Cable cutters are used for everyday trade tasks where you need a controlled cut rather than a rough one.

• They suit preparation before termination, tidying cable ends and cutting material to length before fixing.

• They help when you need a cleaner finish on common cable before the next stage of the job.

• They can be a better fit than side cutters when the cable size or material needs a more controlled cut.

How to choose the right cable cutter

• Start with the cable you cut most often, then check the product specifications.

• Make sure the cutter matches the material, diameter and how you plan to use it on site.

• If you need a cleaner finish on common cable, a dedicated cable cutter is usually a better fit than a general cutting tool.

• For larger cables or repeated cuts, ratchet cable cutters or heavy duty cable cutters can make the work easier.

• For lighter, tighter access work, compact cable cutters may be more practical.

• Use wire cutters or cable cutting pliers for lighter work where the cable size and material suit the tool.

• Pick insulated cable cutters if you are working around electrical cables and want that added layer of protection.

Before you order

• Confirm the cable type and size you need to cut.

• Check the cutting capacity, jaw size and material compatibility in the product specifications.

• Decide whether you need compact, heavy duty, ratchet or insulated cable cutters.

• Think about how often you will use the tool and whether a manual cutter or a ratchet design suits the work.

• Check branch stock online, then choose Click & Collect or speak to your local branch team if you want help choosing the right option.

Explore our range of cable cutters

Browse our cable cutters range and compare the options that suit your job, from wire cutters and cable cutting pliers through to insulated cable cutters and heavier duty tools. 

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