A studio product shot of the Crescent 7-1/2 inch pocket wire rope and cable cutter against a white background, featuring a heavy-duty steel head and black and orange ergonomic non-slip grip handles.
An infographic of the Crescent CT0690WRC highlighting key features including improved ergonomic grips to reduce fatigue, a spring-assisted opening for quick compound action, and the lowest force to cut for pain-free use.
An angled studio view of the Crescent 7.5-inch pocket wire rope cutter, emphasizing the compact design and textured handle grips with the Crescent brand logo.
A close-up detail shot of the CT0690WRC cutting head and internal spring mechanism, demonstrating the precision engineering for cutting soft and hard wire rope.
A side profile of the Crescent wire rope and cable cutter resting on a white surface, showcasing the slim tool design and the integrated locking latch for safe storage.
An action shot of a worker on a job site using the Crescent CT0690WRC to snip a steel wire rope on a workbench, demonstrating the tool's portability and precision.
A tradesman using the Crescent 7-1/2 inch pocket wire rope cutter to clip a cable, illustrating the one-handed operation and high-leverage compound action.
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A studio product shot of the Crescent 7-1/2 inch pocket wire rope and cable cutter against a white background, featuring a heavy-duty steel head and black and orange ergonomic non-slip grip handles.
An infographic of the Crescent CT0690WRC highlighting key features including improved ergonomic grips to reduce fatigue, a spring-assisted opening for quick compound action, and the lowest force to cut for pain-free use.
An angled studio view of the Crescent 7.5-inch pocket wire rope cutter, emphasizing the compact design and textured handle grips with the Crescent brand logo.
A close-up detail shot of the CT0690WRC cutting head and internal spring mechanism, demonstrating the precision engineering for cutting soft and hard wire rope.
A side profile of the Crescent wire rope and cable cutter resting on a white surface, showcasing the slim tool design and the integrated locking latch for safe storage.
An action shot of a worker on a job site using the Crescent CT0690WRC to snip a steel wire rope on a workbench, demonstrating the tool's portability and precision.
A tradesman using the Crescent 7-1/2 inch pocket wire rope cutter to clip a cable, illustrating the one-handed operation and high-leverage compound action.
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Crescent

Crescent Wire Rope Cable Cutter CT0690WRC 7-1/2 In Compact Steel Pocket Hand Tool (1/4 In Soft 3/16 In Hard Capacity Architectural Rigging Shear)

In stock
SKU: CT0690WRC
$26.95 USD

Description

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Professional Grade Compact High Leverage Wire Rope and Cable Shear

The Crescent CT0690WRC 7-1/2 Inch Pocket Wire Rope and Cable Cutter is an industrial-grade manual hand tool engineered to perform deformation-free shears on stranded aircraft cables, architectural rigging lines, and structural wire mesh. Forged from high-strength carbon steel, this pocket cutter utilizes a spring-assisted compound leverage mechanism to cleanly slice through soft wire rope up to 1/4 inch and hard wire rope profiles up to 3/16 inch. Outfitted with ergonomic non-slip handle grips that lower physical force-to-cut limits, this 0.80-pound field-service tool solves the problem of structural strand unraveling and manual hand fatigue during high-volume fencing installations and cable termination workflows.

Best Used For:

  • Architectural Cable Rigging: Slicing structural stainless steel tension cables cleanly to ensure hassle-free insertion into threaded terminal fittings.
  • Commercial Fencing Installations: Cutting down heavy-gauge wire rope lines and structural mesh barriers smoothly at the project jobsite.
  • Industrial Plant Maintenance: Serving as a highly portable tool-belt footprint for utility crews handling repetitive mechanical cable-trimming cycles.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Spring-Assisted Compound Mechanism: Internal return spring automatically resets the jaw profiles between shears to optimize high-speed repetitive cutting loops.
  • Deformation-Free Shear Profiles: Precision-ground structural steel blades cradle stranded rope to prevent wire unravelling or crushing during closure.
  • Ergonomic Non-Slip Handles: Dual-material handle layers absorb localized compression forces while securing wet hand traction in harsh outdoor environments.
  • Compact 7.5-Inch Pocket Frame: Proportioned physical profile permits unhindered transport inside tool pouches and provides fluid mobility in restricted spaces.
  • De-Energized Circuit Constraint: Structural steel handles are non-insulated; never deploy this mechanical cutting tool on live or energized conductors.

What's Included

  • (1) Crescent 7-1/2" Pocket Wire Rope and Cable Cutter (CT0690WRC)

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Crescent
Model Number CT0690WRC
Tool Size Designation 7.5 in.
Overall Length Format 8.25 in.
Soft Wire Capacity 0.25 in. (1/4 in.)
Hard Wire Capacity 0.1875 in. (3/16 in.)
Maximum Jaw Capacity 0.25 in.
Chassis Material Base High-Strength Steel
Blade Substrate High-Strength Tool Steel
Cut Orientation Profile Straight Shear Type
Handle Configuration Ergonomic Non-Slip Grip Handles
Product Total Weight 0.80 lb.
UPC Code Identifier 037103371553 
Pro-Tip: To guarantee an unfrayed edge profile when dressing 3/16-inch hard aircraft cable, compress the handles with a rapid fluid stroke instead of slowly ratcheting your hand pressure. This forces the shearing edges to slide evenly through the inner carbon strands simultaneously, locking the tight original weave pattern in place.