Imagine feeling a long, narrow tool with two smooth, red handles that curve gently, leading to dark, metal jaws with a rounded cutting edge. A small, thin loop of metal extends from the end of one handle.
Imagine feeling the cold, hard metal of the jaws of a cutting tool, one jaw smooth and silver, the other rougher and dark. Near the center, a bolt and nut hold the jaws together, with a ridged, rubbery sleeve covering part of the tool's body.
Imagine feeling a long, narrow tool with two smooth, red handles that curve gently, leading to dark, metal jaws with a rounded cutting edge. A small, thin loop of metal extends from the end of one handle.
Imagine feeling the cold, hard metal of the jaws of a cutting tool, one jaw smooth and silver, the other rougher and dark. Near the center, a bolt and nut hold the jaws together, with a ridged, rubbery sleeve covering part of the tool's body.
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Crescent H.K. Porter Wire Cable Cutter 0690TN 7 1/2 Inch Hand Tool (Shear Cut Blades Alloy Steel Handles Piano Wire Aircraft Cable Cutting)

In stock
SKU: 0690TN
$46.99 USD

Description

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Crescent H.K. Porter 0690TN 7-1/2" Wire and Cable Cutter

The Crescent H.K. Porter 0690TN 7-1/2-inch wire and cable cutter executes clean, distortion-free cuts on aircraft cable, piano wire, and high-strength wire rope. Engineered with precision shear-cut blades and durable alloy steel handles, this pocket-sized hand tool minimizes fraying and deformation during rigorous electrical and rigging tasks. Outfitted with ergonomic red vinyl-coated grips for all-day comfort, it equips professional electricians, riggers, and maintenance technicians with reliable cutting performance in restricted spaces.

Best Used For:

  • Aircraft Cable and Rigging Installation: Slicing cleanly through multi-strand stainless steel cable and rigging wire without fraying individual strands.
  • Electrical and Maintenance Cable Prep: Cutting piano wire, hard wire rope, and small metal rods accurately inside tight control panels and junction boxes.
  • Mobile Tool Pouch Applications: Stowing a compact, pocket-sized cutting tool for rapid on-site wire and cable trimming during field service calls.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Shear-Cut Blade Design: Precision-milled cutting edges slice through hard wires cleanly to prevent end-fraying and material crushing.
  • Versatile Cutting Capacity: Easily handles up to 3/16-inch hard wire rope, 1/4-inch soft cable, aircraft cable, and 3/32-inch solid metal rods.
  • Durable Alloy Steel Handles: High-strength structural steel construction withstands heavy twisting forces without bending or failing.
  • Ergonomic Vinyl-Coated Grips: Non-slip dipped handle covers provide comfortable hand placement and wipe clean easily after use.
  • Important Safety Warning: Non-insulated tool; strictly prohibited for use on live electrical circuits, energized wires, or powered cables.

What's Included

  • (1) Crescent H.K. Porter 0690TN Wire and Cable Cutter

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Brand Crescent H.K. Porter
Model Part Number (OEM) 0690TN
Product Tool Classification Wire and Cable Cutter / Hand Tool
Overall Tool Length 7-1/2 in. (7.5 in.)
Package Dimensions 10.0 in. L x 3.0 in. W
Cutting Edge Width 19/100 in. (0.19 in.)
Hard Wire Cutting Capacity Up to 3/16 in. Wire Rope
Soft Cable Cutting Capacity Up to 1/4 in. Soft Cable
Metal Rod Cutting Limit Up to 3/32 in. (2.4 mm) Rods
Handle Material Construction Vinyl-Coated Alloy Steel
Total Tool Weight 63/100 lb (0.63 lb / 10-1/10 oz)
Universal Product Code (UPC) 037103911315

Pro-Tip: Place multi-strand aircraft cable deep into the throat of the shear-cut jaws and apply firm, direct hand pressure to achieve a clean, fray-free cut ready for fitting insertion.