A professional studio product image of the Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter against a white background, showcasing the heavy-duty steel construction and ergonomic black and orange non-slip grips.
Infographic of the Crescent CT0890ECC 9.5-inch cable cutter highlighting key features: improved ergonomic grips to reduce fatigue, the lowest force to cut for pain-free use, and optimized blades for easy repetitive cuts.
An angled studio view of the Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter, emphasizing the high-leverage pivot point design and precision-ground steel cutting head.
A close-up perspective of the Crescent CT0890ECC electrical hand tool, displaying the durable steel blades and the textured anti-slip handle material designed for comfort.
The Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter in its original retail hanging packaging, highlighting the 13 percent less force to cut claim and the manufacturer's lifetime warranty.
An action shot of a tradesman in safety gear using the Crescent 9.5-inch cable cutter to precisely snip through thick orange insulated electrical cable in a residential attic setting.
A professional electrician using the Crescent CT0890ECC heavy-duty steel hand tool to cut thick orange wire, demonstrating the tool's high-leverage cutting power.
A tradesman placing the Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter into a black and orange tool bag on a job site, illustrating the tool's portability for professional contractors.
A professional studio product image of the Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter against a white background, showcasing the heavy-duty steel construction and ergonomic black and orange non-slip grips.
Infographic of the Crescent CT0890ECC 9.5-inch cable cutter highlighting key features: improved ergonomic grips to reduce fatigue, the lowest force to cut for pain-free use, and optimized blades for easy repetitive cuts.
An angled studio view of the Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter, emphasizing the high-leverage pivot point design and precision-ground steel cutting head.
A close-up perspective of the Crescent CT0890ECC electrical hand tool, displaying the durable steel blades and the textured anti-slip handle material designed for comfort.
The Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter in its original retail hanging packaging, highlighting the 13 percent less force to cut claim and the manufacturer's lifetime warranty.
An action shot of a tradesman in safety gear using the Crescent 9.5-inch cable cutter to precisely snip through thick orange insulated electrical cable in a residential attic setting.
A professional electrician using the Crescent CT0890ECC heavy-duty steel hand tool to cut thick orange wire, demonstrating the tool's high-leverage cutting power.
A tradesman placing the Crescent 9-1/2 inch electrical cable cutter into a black and orange tool bag on a job site, illustrating the tool's portability for professional contractors.
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Crescent Electrical Cable Cutter CT0890ECC 9-1/2 Inch Heavy Duty Steel Precision Hand Tool (4/0 Aluminum 2/0 Copper Wire 10/3 NM Cable Shear)

In stock
SKU: CT0890ECC
$18.29 USD

Description

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Professional Grade High Leverage Industrial Electrical Cable Shear

The Crescent CT0890ECC 9-1/2 Inch Electrical Cable Cutter is an industrial-grade manual hand tool engineered to perform distortion-free shears on high-capacity electrical lines including 4/0 AWG aluminum conductors, 2/0 AWG soft copper wiring, and 10/3 NM structural building cables. Forged from high-strength structural steel, this tool incorporates precision-ground blades paired with an optimized high-leverage pivot design that maximizes manual mechanical advantage. Outfitted with ergonomic non-slip handle grips that lower physical force-to-cut limits, this 1.00-pound field-service tool solves the problem of conductor core crushing, uneven cable ends, and user hand fatigue during residential or commercial distribution panel installations.

Best Used For:

  • High Capacity Conductor Cutting: Slicing through heavy 4/0 aluminum and 2/0 soft copper distribution wire lines cleanly without crushing the internal metallic strands.
  • Structural Building Wiring Rough-Ins: Cutting down thick multi-conductor 10/3 NM sheathed structural cables during electrical rough-in installation processes.
  • Decommissioned Line Demolition: Trimming out weathered or discarded low-voltage service drop cables and entrance lines inside terminal electrical boxes.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • High-Leverage Pivot Alignment: Advanced pivot positioning shifts mechanical force directly onto the cutting vector to yield nearly effortless manual shears.
  • Deformation-Free Blade Geometry: Precision-ground structural steel blades cradle heavy-gauge cables to prevent line drift and preserve wire connection profiles.
  • Ergonomic Non-Slip Handles: Specialized dual-material grip wraps isolate hands from structural pressure points while ensuring reliable traction in field environments.
  • Robust 9.5-Inch Steel Frame: Heavily reinforced structural design provides a portable profile that stands up to rugged jobsite drops and rigorous utility service.
  • De-Energized Constraint Warning: Non-insulated steel handles offer no protection; never utilize this cutting tool on live or energized electrical lines.

What's Included

  • (1) Crescent 9-1/2" Electrical Cable Cutter (CT0890ECC)

Technical Specifications

Brand Name Crescent
Model Number CT0890ECC
Tool Size Designation 9.5 in.
Overall Length Format 11.34 in.
Copper Rated Capacity 2/0 AWG
Aluminum Rated Capacity 4/0 AWG
Structural Wire Capacity 10/3 NM Cable
Chassis Material Base Heavy-Duty Steel
Blade Substrate Hardened Steel
Cut Orientation Profile Straight Shear Type
Handle Configuration Ergonomic Non-Slip Grip
Product Total Weight 1.00 lb.
UPC Code Identifier 037103371546 
Pro-Tip: When cutting large diameter 4/0 aluminum conductors, always place the cable body as deeply down inside the jaw crescent as possible before squeezing. This concentrates the terminal mechanical advantage at the base of the high-leverage pivot pin, preventing any physical cable twisting.