Crescent Wire Bolt Cutter CT0890BCA 8-1/2 In Compact Angled Flush Cut Type Steel Hand Tool (0.25 In Capacity Fencing Cable High Leverage Hand Grips)
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Professional Grade Compact Angled High Leverage Mechanical Cutter
The Crescent CT0890BCA 8-1/2 Inch Compact Angled Wire and Bolt Cutter is an industrial-grade manual hand tool engineered to perform sub-surface flush cuts on fencing lines, hard wires, and soft structural bolts. Forged from high-tensile steel with induction-hardened cutting edges, this tool incorporates a 30-degree angled head configuration to access restricted spaces and tight corners seamlessly. Outfitted with an integrated recessed throat notch that positions stock closer to the pivot joint to maximize physical force transmission, this 0.84-pound tool solves the problem of high manual hand strain and raw edge protrusions during structural framing, electrical rough-ins, and commercial mesh fencing installations.
Best Used For:
- Flush Fencing Cuts: Trimming heavy gauge steel wire fences, metal ties, and tension cables perfectly flush against post surfaces.
- Soft Structural Bolt Shearing: Snapping non-hardened threaded rod, soft bolts, and pins up to 0.25 inches in restricted mechanical cavities.
- High Hardness Wire Processing: Severing high-tensile carbon wires and industrial cables up to 0.15 inches at a material hardness of 48HRC.
Key Performance & Safety Features
- Induction Hardened Jaws: Specialized localized heat-treated cutting edges maintain peak sharpness and resist structural blade pitting.
- Recessed Throat Notch: Mechanical groove traps incoming material directly at the base of the jaw to provide maximum cutting leverage.
- Angled Head Geometry: Shifted head profile allows smooth surface alignment for neat flush cuts while keeping hands away from the substrate.
- Ergonomic Non-Slip Handles: Dual-material handle layers reduce localized muscle fatigue and ensure dependable wet traction in muddy field conditions.
- De-Energized Circuit Constraint: Structural steel handles are non-insulated; do not deploy this cutting tool on live or energized electrical wires.
What's Included
- (1) Crescent 8-1/2" Compact Angled Wire and Bolt Cutter (CT0890BCA)
Technical Specifications
| Brand Name | Crescent |
| Model Number | CT0890BCA |
| Overall Length | 8.46 in. |
| Tool Size Designation | 8.5 in. |
| Soft Material Capacity (Copper) | 0.25 in. |
| Hard Material Capacity (48HRC) | 0.15 in. |
| Cut Orientation Profile | Flush Cut Type |
| Head Design Profile | Angled Geometry |
| Material Base | Forged Structural Steel |
| Handle Configuration | Ergonomic Non-Slip Grip Handles |
| Product Total Weight | 0.84 lb. |
| UPC Code Identifier | 037103371522 |
Pro-Tip: To maximize the lifecycle of the blades when dealing with heavy wire stock, seat the wire deeply inside the recessed throat notch before initiating the handle squeeze. This channels maximum kinetic pressure away from the thinner jaw tips, protecting the tool alignment from long-term jaw deflection.
