Description
The Knipex 68 01 160 is a 6-1/4 in end cutting nipper. The manufacturer states the head shape provides optimized movement when tightening steel mesh knots during reinforced concrete work, and describes cutting edges for soft, medium and hard wire.
Per the manufacturer, the cutting edges are induction hardened (approx. 61 HRC). Stated cutting capacity is up to 5/32 in for soft wire, 7/64 in for medium wire and 3/32 in for hard wire. High-grade special tool steel, forged and multi-stage oil-hardened, with plastic-coated handles. Sold as a single tool.
Features
- Head shape for tightening steel mesh knots in reinforced concrete work, per the manufacturer
- Cutting edges for soft, medium and hard wire
- Induction-hardened cutting edges (approx. 61 HRC)
- Cutting capacity up to 5/32 in soft, 7/64 in medium and 3/32 in hard wire
- High-grade special tool steel, forged and multi-stage oil-hardened
- Plastic-coated handles
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | 68 01 160 |
| Quantity | 1 piece |
| Type | end cutting nippers |
| Length | 6-1/4 in |
| Cutting capacity, soft wire | 5/32 in |
| Cutting capacity, medium-hard wire (nail) | 7/64 in |
| Cutting capacity, hard wire | 3/32 in |
| Cutting edge | bevel |
| Joint | rivet |
| Handle | plastic coating |
| Material | high-grade special tool steel, forged, multi-stage oil-hardened |
| Standard | DIN ISO 5748 |
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Weight | 0.206 kg (0.455 lbs) |
Part numbers
| Manufacturer part number (MPN) | Big Papa SKU |
|---|---|
| 68-01-160 | BP-G-KNI-6801160 |

