Is this high leverage diagonal cutter suitable for live electrical work?

Yes, it is VDE-tested with dipped insulation according to IEC 60900 and DIN EN 60900 for work up to 1000V.

What is the benefit of the high leverage design?

The optimal coordination of cutting edge angle and transmission ratio significantly reduces the required hand force.

Is this tool non-sparking?

No, this cutter is not non-sparking.

What surface finish does this plier have?

The plier and head are chrome-plated, providing effective protection against rust.

KNIPEX 74 07 250 power diagonal cutters, VDE-tested chrome-plated 250 mm

Name: KNIPEX 74 07 250 power diagonal cutters, VDE-tested chrome-plated 250 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 41190760
Price: 51.2 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: KNIPEX 74 07 250 | EAN 4003773018421

Recommended Retail Price €82.22

51.20 tax incl.

€42.31 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 24/10/2026

Delivery by DHL

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High leverage cutting with Knipex

Practical benefits

Maximum cutting force with ease: You cut through hard wire and piano wire effortlessly thanks to the high transmission ratio.
Safe working on electrical systems: The VDE-tested dipped insulation protects you reliably during demanding electrical work.
Durable wear resistant cutting edges: Induction-hardened cutting edges and a chrome-plated finish ensure lasting resistance against wear and rust.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 74 07 250 high leverage diagonal cutter, you cut through tough materials with minimal effort. Thanks to its high leverage pivot design and the optimal coordination of cutting edge angle and transmission ratio, you significantly reduce required hand force when cutting medium-hard wire up to 4.6 mm, hard wire up to 3.5 mm, and piano wire up to 3.0 mm. The induction-hardened cutting edges deliver durable wear resistance, while the chrome-plated finish provides reliable rust protection. In addition, the VDE-tested dipped insulation compliant with iec 60900 and din en 60900 ensures safe and dependable work on electrical installations up to 1000V.

Product information FAQ

€51.20

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
VDE approved: Yes
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Chrome plated
Length: 250 mm

Product description

For very high and lasting load
High cutting capacity with low effort thanks to optimum matching of cutting angle and gear ratio

Documents

⤓ Product sheet PDF

All Features

Pliers type: Diognal cutting pliers
Vde approved: Yes
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Chrome plated
Length: 250 mm
Cutting value cu cable, multiple stranded: Ø 0,0
Handle: immersion insulation, VDE-tested
Cutting capacities semi-hard wire (diameter): Ø 4.6 mm
Cutting capacities soft wire (diameter): Ø 3.5 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Cutting capacities piano wire (diameter): Ø 3.0 mm
Vde-approved: yes
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Dimensions: 250 x 75 x 36 mm
Cup: chromed
Weight: 510 g
Standard: DIN ISO 5749 DIN EN 60900 IEC 60900
Tang: chromed

Brand KNIPEX
41190760
EAN 4003773018421
Supplier number KNIPEX 74 07 250

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Is this high leverage diagonal cutter suitable for live electrical work?: Yes, it is VDE-tested with dipped insulation according to IEC 60900 and DIN EN 60900 for work up to 1000V.
What materials can you cut with the Knipex 74 07 250?: It cuts medium-hard wire up to 4.6 mm, hard wire up to 3.5 mm, and piano wire up to 3.0 mm.
What is the benefit of the high leverage design?: The optimal coordination of cutting edge angle and transmission ratio significantly reduces the required hand force.
Is this tool non-sparking?: No, this cutter is not non-sparking.
What surface finish does this plier have?: The plier and head are chrome-plated, providing effective protection against rust.