Crescent 5438CENN Diagonal Cutting Pliers 12 Awg

Product Description

The CRESCENT 5438CENN is a heavy-duty diagonal cutting plier built for electrical and general trade work. It features an angled head with a flush cutting style, making it well-suited for trimming wire close to a surface without leaving a sharp stub. The jaw is 25/32 inches in length with a tip thickness of 0.468 inches, and the tool handles a maximum jaw opening of 0.4 inches with a rated cutting capacity of 12 AWG. The steel body is electronically induction hardened and hand-honed at the cutting edges, extending service life in high-use shop and field environments. Total tool weight is 0.685 pounds.

This plier is designed for electricians, HVAC technicians, and other trade professionals who regularly cut, strip, and trim wire on residential and light commercial jobs. The offset cutting geometry suits work in tight panels, junction boxes, and conduit runs where a standard straight-cut plier would be awkward. The double-dip cushion-grip handle reduces hand fatigue during repetitive cutting tasks. It ships as a single-unit package with a minimum order quantity of one.

Key Features

• Angled, flush-cut head for close trimming in confined spaces
• Electronically induction-hardened and hand-honed cutting edges for long service life
• Cuts up to 12 AWG wire with a 0.4-inch maximum jaw opening
• Steel body treated to resist rust and corrosion
• Double-dip cushion-grip handle in red for reduced hand fatigue
• Meets ASME standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or professional-grade addition for trade toolkits requiring a heavy-duty diagonal cutting plier with an angled head and flush cutting style.

Installation Notes

Diagonal cutting pliers are installed and used by licensed electricians and other trade professionals working on low-voltage and line-voltage wiring. Always de-energize and lock out the circuit before cutting or trimming wire in any panel, box, or device. Do not use this tool on wire gauges or materials exceeding its rated cutting capacity, as overloading can damage the cutting edges or cause slippage. Inspect the cutting edges before each use and replace the tool if chipping or deformation is present.