The Knipex 73 72 180 TwinForce High-Leverage Diagonal Cutter is a 180 mm compound-action side cutter built around Knipex’s patented double-joint mechanism, delivering up to 39x hand-force amplification with over 50% less effort than other same-size high-leverage cutters. Inductively hardened cutting edges at approximately 64 HRC handle the full range from fine copper wire to piano wire, while the compact 180 mm format and 280 g weight make it practical for both bench and field use.

Specifications:

• Part number: 73 72 180
• Manufacturer: Knipex
• EAN: 4003773074779
• Product type: High-leverage diagonal cutter with double-joint
• Overall dimensions: 180 x 52 x 22 mm
• Weight: 280 g
• Body finish: Black atramentized
• Head finish: Polished
• Grips: Three-component ergonomic comfort grips
• Cutting capacity – soft wire: max. 5.5 mm diameter
• Cutting capacity – medium-hard wire: 4.6 mm diameter
• Cutting capacity – hard wire: 3.2 mm diameter
• Cutting capacity – piano wire: 3.0 mm diameter
• Cutting edge hardness: approx. 64 HRC (inductively hardened)
• Material: Chrome-vanadium high-performance steel, multi-stage oil-hardened
• Standard: DIN ISO 5749
• REACH: Contains no SVHC
• RoHS: Not applicable

Features and benefits:

• Patented double-joint construction provides optimal leverage for high-performance cutting
• Up to 39x hand-force amplification – over 50% less effort than other same-size Knipex high-leverage cutters
• Cuts reliably all wire types including soft, medium-hard, hard, and piano wire, as well as strip material
• Low cutting shock reduces strain on the hand, muscles, and tendons during repetitive cutting
• Cutting edges inductively hardened to approx. 64 HRC for long-lasting edge retention
• Forged and precision-milled joint axes deliver high stability and precise, consistent action
• Three-component ergonomic comfort grips with two KNIPEXtend interfaces for compatible accessory attachments

Applications:

• Cutting copper and aluminum conductors in electrical installation and panel wiring
• Cutting piano wire and high-tensile wire in workshop, manufacturing, and maintenance settings
• High-volume repetitive cutting tasks where reducing operator fatigue is a priority
• Cutting cable ties, banding strip, and soft metal components in assembly and production environments
• Trade and workshop use requiring a compact, high-leverage side cutter for varied wire gauges

Also known as: Knipex 73 72 180, Knipex 7372180, Knipex TwinForce diagonal cutter 180mm, Knipex high-leverage side cutter 180mm.