Klein Tools D228-8TT Diagonal Cutting Plier High Leverage

Product Description

The KLEIN TOOLS D228-8TT is a diagonal cutting plier built for electrical and general trade work where clean, controlled cuts on wire and cable are required. It delivers a 1-inch cutting capacity and is rated for 12 AWG conductors. The high-leverage design reduces hand fatigue during repetitive cuts, and the induction-hardened, beveled cutting edges hold their sharpness through demanding job-site use. The hot-riveted joint keeps blade alignment consistent over the life of the tool. Weighing 0.68 pounds with a red plastic handle, this plier is sized for single-hand operation by electricians, HVAC technicians, and other trades who cut wire regularly.

This plier is suited for residential and commercial electrical work, panel wiring, conduit runs, and general wire management tasks. The tether-capable design makes it appropriate for elevated work environments where dropped-tool protocols are in place, such as work on ladders, lifts, or scaffolding. The diagonal cutting style allows flush or close-clearance cuts in tight enclosures and junction boxes where straight-nose cutters cannot reach efficiently.

Key Features

• High-leverage cutting geometry reduces required hand force for cleaner, faster cuts
• Induction-hardened beveled cutting edges for extended edge retention
• Hot-riveted joint maintains consistent blade-to-blade alignment
• Tether-capable design supports dropped-tool prevention programs
• 1-inch cutting capacity rated to 12 AWG
• Red plastic handle for grip identification and comfort

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose diagonal cutting plier for electrical and trade applications requiring up to 1-inch or 12 AWG cutting capacity.

Installation Notes

This tool is used by licensed electricians and other trade professionals for cutting wire and cable. Always de-energize and lock out circuits before cutting conductors. Inspect the cutting edges and joint before each use and replace the tool if the blades are chipped or the joint is loose. This plier is not rated for live-line work and is not insulated to any voltage standard.