KNIPEX Electronic Super-Knips® 78 31 125 Electronic Cutters 125 mm

KNIPEX Electronic Super-Knips® 78 31 125 Electronic Cutters 125 mm
The KNIPEX Electronic Super-Knips® Model 78 31 125, size 125 mm (Precision Electronics Cutter with Lead Catcher), is a premium high-precision fine-cutting plier from Germany. Specifically designed for cutting electronic component leads and thin wires, it features a lead catcher spring clip that holds cut-off wire fragments from flying off and damaging circuit boards or adjacent components. Precision-ground cutting edges provide a flush cut without bevel, leaving no rough burrs. The pliers feature a dual spring for automatic jaw opening, ensuring smooth, fast operation and reducing wrist fatigue during repetitive cutting. The ergonomic multi-component handles made of hard and soft plastic offer a secure, comfortable, and non-slip grip.  
Features
With Lead Catcher: Special spring instantly holds cut wire ends, preventing metal debris from flying into electrical circuits.  
Flush Cut: Induction-hardened cutting edges without bevel ensure smooth, perfectly flush cuts on copper wire and IC pins.  
Automatic Opening Spring: Low-friction dual springs open the jaws smoothly and effortlessly for fast, convenient operation.  
Durable Cutting Edges: Induction-hardened to a cutting edge hardness of approx. 60 HRC for long-lasting sharpness.  
Precision Stainless Steel Rivet: Joint connected with a stainless steel rivet for smooth movement and precise jaw alignment without play.  
Applications (Suitable for)
Assembly and maintenance of printed circuit boards (PCB), computer hardware, and telecommunications equipment.  
Cutting IC leads, copper wires, and fine soft metal wires where flying wire ends must be prevented.  
Jewelry making, precision model making, and repair of delicate measuring instruments.  
Ideal for engineers, electronics technicians, and maintenance professionals who require high-precision cutting tools.  
Specifications
Brand: KNIPEX  
Model: 78 31 125  
Pliers type: Electronic Super-Knips® with Lead Catcher  
Overall length: 125 mm (12.5 cm)  
Soft wire cutting capacity: max. Ø 0.2 - 1.0 mm  
Medium hard wire cutting capacity: Max. Ø 0.6 mm  
Surface finish: Burnished anti-rust finish  
Handles: Multi-component grips  
Cutting edge hardness: Approx. 60 HRC  
Net weight: 55 g (minimum weight entered in system: 0.100 kg)  
Standard: DIN ISO 9654  
Country of manufacture: Germany (Made in Germany)