Klein Tools Diagonal Cutting Pliers D2288INS 8 Inch 1000V Insulated (High Leverage ACSR Steel Wire Cutter Orange Handle ASTM F1505 Electrician Tool)

Klein Tools D2288INS 8 Inch 1000V Insulated High-Leverage Diagonal-Cutting Pliers

The Klein Tools D2288INS 8-Inch Insulated Diagonal-Cutting Pliers operate as a high-leverage electrical wire cutter engineered to shear ACSR cable, hardened nails, screws, and solid copper conductors near energized components. Certified to ASTM F1505-16(2021) and IEC 60900:2018 standards for live-line shock protection up to 1000V AC, this 0.70-pound USA-made tool features forged alloy steel construction and a hot-riveted pivot joint that yields 36 percent more cutting leverage than standard plier designs. Outfitted with induction-hardened standard diagonal knives, a dual-layer flame-retardant orange and white insulation system, a tapered nose profile, and integrated safety thumb guards, this 8.24-inch plier enables commercial electricians and utility linemen to perform safe wire cutting inside crowded breaker panels, solar array combiner boxes, and industrial switchgear.

Best Used For:

• Energized Breaker Panel Wire Shearing: Cutting copper and aluminum conductors inside 1000V rated commercial distribution boards and motor control centers.
• ACSR & Hardened Hardware Trimming: Slicing through aluminum conductor steel-reinforced (ACSR) cable, steel nails, and mounting screws without damaging blade edges.
• Confined Junction Box Cable Preparation: Reaching into cramped junction boxes and electrical enclosures using the tapered nose profile to cut wire flush.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• 1000V Dielectric Safety Certification: Individually batch-tested to exceed ASTM F1505-16(2021) and IEC 60900:2018 regulations for shock protection up to 1000V.
• 36 Percent Higher Shearing Leverage: Hot-riveted pivot joint positioning close to the cutting knives multiplies hand force to cut hard wire with less strain.
• Dual-Layer Bonded Insulation Matrix: Flame-retardant bright orange outer coating overlies a white dielectric inner layer that alerts users if insulation becomes scored.
• Induction-Hardened Cutting Knives: Thermal induction-processed steel blades shear repeatedly through tough ACSR, screws, and nails without dulling.
• Integrated Handling Thumb Guards: Built-in handle barriers stop protective gloves from sliding forward toward conductive steel joints during heavy cuts.
• Tapered Nose Geometry: Compact jaw head profile permits unobstructed access into narrow electrical compartments and tight panel channels.

What's Included

• (1) Klein Tools D2288INS 8-Inch High-Leverage 1000V Insulated Diagonal-Cutting Pliers

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: Before cutting hard ACSR strands or mounting screws with the Klein D2288INS diagonal cutters, inspect the handle coating. If the inner white layer shows through the orange insulation, take the tool out of live-line service immediately to maintain certified 1000V shock protection.