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The 7 Best Side Cutters – Guide

The 7 Best Side Cutters – Guide

A side cutter can make your everyday work much easier. Solid cables and wires are easy to cut, which is often the case at home. There are different types represented so that some things must be considered. Our checklist and product recommendations will help you and facilitate the search.

Side Cutter Checklist

Intended Use
  • Standard side cutters with a length of 10 to 20 centimeters are suitable for cutting metal wires, cables or rods with a circumference of 1 to 4 millimeters.
  • Precision or mini side cutters with a length of up to 10 centimeters are ideal for precision work or model making, allowing you to cut wires and cables with a circumference of less than one millimeter.
  • A power side cutter with a length of more than 20 centimeters is suitable if you want to cut cables or wires with a circumference of more than 4 millimeters.
  • If you want to solder the wires or cables again afterwards, a side cutter with a bevel is useful, as this bevels the interfaces.
Quality
  • The side cutter must fit well and securely in your hand so that it does not slip when you are working.
  • The cutting surface of the side cutter should be extra hardened, so that the side cutter delivers good cutting results in the long term.
  • An optimal quality of workmanship of the handle and cutting surfaces is important for the longevity of the tool.
Safety
  • When working on electrical or electronic devices, you should use an ESD side c utter, which does not transfer the electrostatic charge to electronic components and thus protects against overvoltage.
  • When working on live components, use a VDE side c utter with specially insulated handles that protect against electric shock at voltages up to 1000 volts.

We have compiled the best and most interesting side cutters. You can find the list with our product recommendations here.

Tip: You can find more tools in our guide to screw clamps.

The Best Sellers Of Side Cutters

In a list of bestsellers we have compiled the most popular side cutters for you.

# Preview Product Rating
1 IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6', 2078306 IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6", 2078306 No ratings yet
2 CRAFTSMAN Pliers, Electrical 6-in. Diagonal (CMHT81646) CRAFTSMAN Pliers, Electrical 6-in. Diagonal (CMHT81646) No ratings yet
3 Klein Tools D248-9ST Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Made in USA, Ironworker's Diagonal Cutters with High Leverage Design, Works as Rebar Cutter and Rebar Bender, 9-Inch Klein Tools D248-9ST Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Made in USA, Ironworker's Diagonal Cutters with High... No ratings yet
4 IGAN-P6 6-inch Ultra Sharp & Powerful Side Cutter Clippers with Longer Flush Cutting Edge, Ideal Wire Snips for Crafting, Floral, Electrical & Any Clean Cut Needs IGAN-P6 6-inch Ultra Sharp & Powerful Side Cutter Clippers with Longer Flush Cutting Edge, Ideal... No ratings yet
5 IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8', 2078308, nichel chromium steel IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8", 2078308, nichel chromium steel No ratings yet
6 WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip No ratings yet
7 WORKPRO 2 Pack Wire Cutters, 6 Inch Precision Flush Cutters, Spring Loaded Side Cutting Pliers, Sharp Diagonal Cutters for Crafts, Jewelry Making, Electronics, 3D Print, Floral WORKPRO 2 Pack Wire Cutters, 6 Inch Precision Flush Cutters, Spring Loaded Side Cutting Pliers... No ratings yet
8 Klein Tools D248-8 Pliers, Made in USA, Diagonal Cutting Multi-Purpose Pliers with Angled Head, High-Leverage Design, and Short Jaw, 8-Inch Klein Tools D248-8 Pliers, Made in USA, Diagonal Cutting Multi-Purpose Pliers with Angled Head... No ratings yet
9 Klein Tools D275-5 Diagonal Flush Cutters, Made in USA, Micro Wire and Compact Zip Tie Cutter, Ultra-Slim Precision for Work in Confined Areas, 5-Inch Klein Tools D275-5 Diagonal Flush Cutters, Made in USA, Micro Wire and Compact Zip Tie Cutter... No ratings yet
10 LBOKLING 5 Inch Micro Flush Cutter, 2 Pack Small Wire Cutters Spring Loaded Cutting Pliers, Wire Cutters for Jewelry Making, Soft Copper Wire, Floral, Electronics, Model Craft, Heating Wire, 3D Print LBOKLING 5 Inch Micro Flush Cutter, 2 Pack Small Wire Cutters Spring Loaded Cutting Pliers, Wire... No ratings yet
11 IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6', 2078306 IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6", 2078306 No ratings yet
12 CRAFTSMAN Pliers, Electrical 6-in. Diagonal (CMHT81646) CRAFTSMAN Pliers, Electrical 6-in. Diagonal (CMHT81646) No ratings yet
13 Klein Tools D248-9ST Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Made in USA, Ironworker's Diagonal Cutters with High Leverage Design, Works as Rebar Cutter and Rebar Bender, 9-Inch Klein Tools D248-9ST Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Made in USA, Ironworker's Diagonal Cutters with High... No ratings yet
14 IGAN-P6 6-inch Ultra Sharp & Powerful Side Cutter Clippers with Longer Flush Cutting Edge, Ideal Wire Snips for Crafting, Floral, Electrical & Any Clean Cut Needs IGAN-P6 6-inch Ultra Sharp & Powerful Side Cutter Clippers with Longer Flush Cutting Edge, Ideal... No ratings yet
15 IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8', 2078308, nichel chromium steel IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8", 2078308, nichel chromium steel No ratings yet
16 WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip No ratings yet
17 WORKPRO 2 Pack Wire Cutters, 6 Inch Precision Flush Cutters, Spring Loaded Side Cutting Pliers, Sharp Diagonal Cutters for Crafts, Jewelry Making, Electronics, 3D Print, Floral WORKPRO 2 Pack Wire Cutters, 6 Inch Precision Flush Cutters, Spring Loaded Side Cutting Pliers... No ratings yet
18 Klein Tools D248-8 Pliers, Made in USA, Diagonal Cutting Multi-Purpose Pliers with Angled Head, High-Leverage Design, and Short Jaw, 8-Inch Klein Tools D248-8 Pliers, Made in USA, Diagonal Cutting Multi-Purpose Pliers with Angled Head... No ratings yet
19 Klein Tools D275-5 Diagonal Flush Cutters, Made in USA, Micro Wire and Compact Zip Tie Cutter, Ultra-Slim Precision for Work in Confined Areas, 5-Inch Klein Tools D275-5 Diagonal Flush Cutters, Made in USA, Micro Wire and Compact Zip Tie Cutter... No ratings yet
20 LBOKLING 5 Inch Micro Flush Cutter, 2 Pack Small Wire Cutters Spring Loaded Cutting Pliers, Wire Cutters for Jewelry Making, Soft Copper Wire, Floral, Electronics, Model Craft, Heating Wire, 3D Print LBOKLING 5 Inch Micro Flush Cutter, 2 Pack Small Wire Cutters Spring Loaded Cutting Pliers, Wire... No ratings yet

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Current Offers Of Side Cutters

You can find the best current offers on side cutters in this list.

SaleBestseller Nr. 1
IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6', 2078306
IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6", 2078306
Durable nickel chromium steel construction; ProTouch grips provide extra comfort and reduces hand fatigue
Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 2
IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8', 2078308, nichel chromium steel
IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8", 2078308, nichel chromium steel
Durable nickel chromium steel construction; ProTouch grips provide extra comfort and reduces hand fatigue
Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 3
WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip
WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip
Heat treated hardness up to 48 HRC, high-frequency treated hardness up to 65 HRC; Ideal for cutting wires quickly and effectively
Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 6
IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6', 2078306
IRWIN Vise-Grip Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6", 2078306
Durable nickel chromium steel construction; ProTouch grips provide extra comfort and reduces hand fatigue
Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 7
IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8', 2078308, nichel chromium steel
IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8", 2078308, nichel chromium steel
Durable nickel chromium steel construction; ProTouch grips provide extra comfort and reduces hand fatigue
Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 8
WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip
WORKPRO 7-Inch Diagonal Pliers in CRV Steel for Cutting Wires, Bi-material Handle Comfort Grip
Heat treated hardness up to 48 HRC, high-frequency treated hardness up to 65 HRC; Ideal for cutting wires quickly and effectively
Amazon Prime

FAQ About Side Cutters

What is a side cutter?

A side cutter is a tool for cutting sturdy cables, wires or similar. It resembles the image of pliers and is very useful in everyday life.

What does a side cutter look like?

A side cutter looks like pliers for cutting hard, thin objects. It has a short cutting surface at the front and two handles otherwise.

What do you do with a side cutter?

A side cutter is used to cut cables or wires. It can greatly facilitate work in everyday life or electrical field.

Which side cutter?

Side cutters from Knipex or Orbis do very well in the reviews and are recommended.

What does a side cutter cost?

You can buy a side cutter for as little as €4. However, some models cost over 30 €.

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