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Crescent CT0890BWC 8.5 Inch Compact Wire and Bolt Cutter (High Leverage Structural Hand Tool)

The Crescent CT0890BWC 8.5-Inch Compact Wire and Bolt Cutter delivers heavy-duty structural cutting capability for altering agricultural fencing, hardened steel fasteners, and commercial cables. Forged from high-grade alloy steel, this straight cut hand tool handles soft materials up to 0.25 inches and hard wires up to 0.15 inches at a 48HRC hardness threshold. The portable 8.18-inch overall frame integrates a specialized recessed throat notch to amplify mechanical advantage alongside ergonomic non-slip grips that optimize user control during high-volume field modifications.

Best Used For:

• Industrial Cable Management: Trims thick unenergized grounding wires and multi-conductor commercial cabling flush inside tight equipment boxes.
• Heavy Duty Fencing Assembly: Snips high-tensile perimeter wire strands and mesh framing ties cleanly without damaging the heat-treated blades.
• Confined Space Bolt Sizing: Clips protruding anchor bolts or rod threads in obstructed locations where long-handled industrial machinery cannot physically fit.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• Induction-Hardened Cutting Edges: Premium thermal heat-treating preserves blade sharpness and structural profile configuration through rigorous construction applications.
• Recessed Throat Notch: Geometric jaw slot seats materials directly adjacent to the main pivot joint to yield maximum mechanical leverage with low manual input.
• Ergonomic Non-Slip Grips: Double-material handle cushioning minimizes user hand fatigue and maintains tactile traction in wet or oily environments.
• Multi-Class Material Capacity: Safely processes mild components up to 0.25 inches (60 HB) and hardened high-carbon profiles up to 0.15 inches (48 HRC).
• Electrical Safety Protocol: Manufactured strictly as a non-insulated mechanical tool; never implement on live electrical circuits, energized lines, or active cables.

What's Included

• (1) 8.5-Inch Compact Wire and Bolt Cutter (CT0890BWC)

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: To maximize leverage and extend tool life, always slide high-tensile fencing wires completely into the deepest section of the recessed throat notch before squeezing to ensure you cut at the optimal fulcrum point.