Description
Procat side cutters are insulated to withstand work on electrical installations under a voltage of 1000V. VDE certification defines the electrical insulation of the tool, which allows installation and dismantling work near live components to be done safely.
The total weight of the tool is 216 grams and its physical dimensions are 245 × 65 × 24 mm. The geometry produces mechanical leverage that transfers the squeezing force applied to the handles to the cutting edges for precise cutting of copper and aluminium conductors.
The insulating material of the handles fully covers the metal structure starting below the blades. This choice of material prevents electrical conductivity and minimises the risk of short circuits when working in distribution boards or live switchboards.
Intended use and suitability:
The tool is designed for the needs of industrial electrical installations, power distribution networks and building services. It allows mechanical cutting of conductors in environments where the presence of electric current requires specially insulated tools.
- Assembling distribution boards: The tool is used to cut live cables and conductors in switchboards where absolute 1000V insulation is required. The leverage reduces the squeezing force needed in tight gaps.
- Building electrical work: Suitable for quick, neat cutting of installation cables during the construction phase. The cutting geometry stops the ends of the conductor fraying before terminals are fitted.
Package contents:
The standard delivery of the product includes the tool and its display material.
- 1 pc VDE 1000V insulated side cutters
- 1 pc plastic hanging card for shop display
Features:
The functionality of the tool is based on combining mechanical power transmission and electrical protection.
- Voltage rating: Insulated up to 1000V AC to protect installation work.
- Certification: Meets the safety requirements of the VDE standard for electrical work.
- Pack sizes: Optimised for wholesale; available as 6 pcs per inner box and 60 pcs per outer box.
Technical specifications:
Numerical and logistical specifications for industrial and design use.
- Weight: 216 g.
- Insulation class: 1000V VDE.
Procat side cutters VDE 1000V instructions for use:
Installation and safety instructions for correct, safe use of the tool in electrical environments.
- Step 1: Before each use, check visually that there is no mechanical damage, cuts or wear in the insulating material of the handles.
- Step 2: Place the conductor to be cut between the blades as close to the pivot as possible to achieve optimal squeezing force.
- Step 3: Squeeze the handles together with steady force until the conductor is cut cleanly. Avoid twisting the tool sideways while cutting.
- Step 4: Clean metal dust off the cutting edges and store the tool in a dry place to maintain the properties of the insulation and prevent oxidation.
Warnings:
Incorrect use of the tool in live environments can lead to serious electrical accidents.
- Stop using the tool immediately if even the slightest damage or cracking is detected in the insulating material.
- The electrical insulation of the tool only protects up to 1000V alternating voltage (AC).
- Cutting hardened steel components or piano wire can damage the geometry of the blades and reduce cutting capacity.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
Technical answers to questions that typically arise in installation environments.
- Can these pliers be used to cut active, live cables safely?
Yes, the VDE insulation of the device protects the user up to 1000V, provided that the insulation is fully intact, clean and dry. - Which conductor materials is the blade geometry optimised for?
The cutting edges are optimised for cutting the soft copper and aluminium conductors used as standard in electrical engineering.
Recycling instructions:
Disposing of the tool and packaging materials at the end of their life.
- At the end of the tool’s life, the product is sorted for metal collection.
- The plastic product card of the retail packaging goes to a plastic packaging collection point.
