Irwin 1773632 Diagonal Cutting Pliers 1 in Oval Head

Product Description

The IRWIN 1773632 is a diagonal cutting plier designed for cutting wire and light materials in electrical, HVAC, and plumbing service work. It features an oval head profile with a semi-flush cutting style, allowing cuts close to terminals and connectors without leaving a sharp stub. The jaw length measures 1 inch with a cutting capacity of 0.063 inches (16 AWG), making it well suited for control wiring, low-voltage thermostat circuits, and instrumentation leads. The dipped vinyl handle provides grip comfort during extended use. A built-in spring opens the jaw automatically between cuts, reducing hand fatigue on repetitive tasks.

This diagonal cutter fits the daily toolkit of licensed electricians, HVAC technicians, and plumbers handling wire terminations in panels, junction boxes, and equipment cabinets. The semi-flush cut is especially useful when trimming leads close to a terminal block or stripping conductor ends to length before insertion into push-in connectors. The compact oval head fits into tight enclosures where a full-size lineman plier cannot reach. Suitable for residential and light commercial service calls.

Key Features

• Semi-flush cutting style leaves a clean, low-profile cut end on wire leads
• 1 inch jaw length sized for precision cuts in confined spaces
• Rated cutting capacity: 0.063 inches diameter (16 AWG wire)
• Oval head profile fits into tight enclosures and junction boxes
• Automatic spring-open jaw reduces hand fatigue on repetitive cuts
• Dipped vinyl handle for grip comfort and basic insulation feel (not rated for live-voltage work)

Compatibility

General-purpose diagonal cutting plier suitable for wire cutting tasks in electrical, HVAC controls, and plumbing instrumentation applications. Not rated as insulated per IEC 60900 standards and should not be used on energized conductors.

Installation Notes

De-energize and lock out all circuits before cutting or trimming conductors. These pliers carry a dipped vinyl handle and are not rated as insulated tools under NFPA 70E or IEC 60900 — do not use on live voltage. Inspect cutting edges before each use; nicked or misaligned jaws should be replaced rather than dressed. Clean jaws and pivot with a light oil periodically to maintain smooth action.