Knipex CoBolt® Compact Bolt Cutter black atramentized, plastic coated 200 mm 71 01 200

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During each test, the mini bolt cutter that required the least amount of force received all 5 possible points, while the second-best received a 0.5-point deduction, the third-best received a 1-point deduction, and so on. If two bolt cutters performed the same, they received the same score. Once all six tests were performed, each mini bolt cutter’s required force was calculated by averaging the score from each test. Grip To help you find the right pair of mini bolt cutters, our team tested five of today’s best mini bolt cutters and scored their effectiveness based on a series of rigorous tests. We measured the effectiveness of each cutter’s handle through a two-fold test that measured the non-slip properties and comfort of the handle. The bolt cutter that was able to cut through the tested materials and deliver the cleanest cut received all 5 possible points, while the second-best received a 0.5-point deduction, the third-best received a 1-point deduction, and so on. If two mini bolt cutters performed equally, they received the same score. The performance of a mini bolt cutter is determined by the width of the material it can cut and how clean of a cut it delivers. For example, an effective model will not just cut through 3/32-inch piano wire, but it will do so without leaving behind frayed cords or half-cut wire. Testing Process Required Force

This KNIPEX mini bolt cutter is built with steel jaws that are strong enough to cut any wire with a diameter of up to ¼ inches. To help users control its strong steel frame, this product has plastic-coated handles that are easy to grip. Additionally, the mini bolt cutter comes with unique gripping jaws that can help you pull small nails and wires while you work. Key Features

To test the quality of each mini bolt cutter’s performance, we rated the cleanliness of each cut after it was performed. To determine the cleanliness of the cut, we looked for signs of frayed wire and jagged bolt edges. We then compared each bolt cutter’s performance to its competitors.

The mini bolt cutter with handles that slipped the least during testing received all 2.5 possible points, while the second-best received a 0.2-point deduction, the third-best received a 0.4-point deduction, and so on. If two bolt cutters performed the same, they received the same score.You don't have permission to access "http://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Hand-Tools-Cutting-Tools-Bolt-Cutters/KNIPEX/N-5yc1vZc259Z4eu" on this server. Note: No bolt cutter had a clear advantage over another in its quality of cut for the 3/16-inch toggle bolt. This led to each bolt cutter receiving full points for the quality of cut for the 3/16-inch toggle bolt testing. Scoring Required Force

Before purchasing a mini bolt cutter, it’s important to understand how each product’s design and specifications impact its performance. Here are four factors to consider before buying mini bolt cutters. Handle Ergonomics Adjustability is important because it lets you effectively cut materials of various sizes. Bolt cutters with adjustable blades will provide more control during use and cut through materials of greater widths. Mini bolt cutters are typically adjusted by screws located at the front of each product’s blade. Diameter CapacityThe mini bolt cutter that had the most comfortable grip during testing received all 2.5 possible points, while the second-best received a 0.2-point deduction, the third-best received a 0.4-point deduction, and so on. If two bolt cutters had handles with equal comfort, they received the same score. Quality of Cut