Ask the Expert: What's the best tool for cutting cable ties?

Though you may think diagonal cutting pliers are the way to go, the best tool for cutting cable ties is actually electronic pliers.

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June 4, 2020

Question: What's the best tool for cutting cable ties?

Answer:

Although your first instinct might be to use one of the many diagonal cutting pliers, the best tool for cutting cable ties is electronic pliers. The most popular electronic pliers from Knipex is our 78 03 125/140. They provide a flush-cut when trimming cable ties and do not leave that annoying sharp spike.

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