5″ PTFE Coated Electrician’s Snips
Ideal for cutting:
- Electrical Wires – NM or Romex cable, underground feeder (UF) cable, THHN/THWN wire, low-voltage wire, phone and data wire, coaxial cable, etc.
- General Wiring – appliance wiring, computer cables, speaker wires, etc.
- Insulation – cutting through insulation and sheathing around wires.
- Rubber & Plastic – soft rubber tubing, plastic cable ties, etc.
- Heavy-Duty Materials – zip ties, gaskets, plastic packaging, etc.
Product specification:
- Overall length: 5.1″ (130mm)
- Cut length: 1.8″ (45mm)
- Weight: 3.1oz (89g)
- Material: Carbon steel
- Coating: Xylan fluoropolymer coating (Teflon)
Our Black Electrician’s Snips are handcrafted in Sheffield, England, by Whiteley, using traditional techniques perfected over two centuries. Made from high-quality carbon steel and hot-forged for strength, these snips feature powerful, small blades and a sturdy pivot, ideal for precise cutting in various tasks.
The durable PTFE (Teflon) coating resists adhesives and extends the life of the snips, making them a reliable choice for electricians and DIY enthusiasts. Whether you’re cutting wires, cables, rubber, or plastic, these snips are built to get the job done with ease.
