Milwaukee Electric Tool MT556 Diagonal Cutting Pliers 6in

Product Description

The Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp MT556 is a 6-inch diagonal cutting plier designed for cutting wire, cable, and light fasteners in electrical, mechanical, and general trade work. The comfort grip handle reduces hand fatigue during extended use, making it practical for electricians, HVAC technicians, and plumbers who spend hours working in tight spaces or overhead. Built in the USA, the MT556 is a hand tool intended for professional daily use rather than occasional service calls. Its compact 6-inch length gives adequate leverage while staying maneuverable in confined installations.

The MT556 suits residential and light commercial applications where a reliable cutting plier is part of standard tool kit. Electricians reach for diagonal cutters when trimming wire leads, clipping zip ties, or cutting small-gauge conductors. HVAC and plumbing technicians use them for cutting stranded wire on low-voltage controls, snipping lock wire, and similar tasks. The 6-inch size is the most common format carried by journeymen and service techs across trades.

Key Features

• 6-inch overall length for balance between leverage and maneuverability
• Diagonal cutting geometry for flush or close-clearance cuts
• Comfort grip handle designed to reduce hand fatigue during extended use
• Made in the USA
• Sold as individual units with a package quantity of 6 per pack

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose diagonal cutting plier suitable for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical trade applications requiring a 6-inch cutter.

Installation Notes

Always de-energize circuits and verify with a voltage tester before cutting any conductors. Diagonal cutters are intended for copper and aluminum wire and light fasteners only — do not use on hardened steel, piano wire, or live conductors above the tool rating. Inspect jaws and pivot for wear before each use and replace if the cutting edges are nicked or misaligned.

Technical Specifications

• Overall Length: 6 inches
• Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Country of Origin: USA
• Unit of Measure: EA
• Package Quantity: 6

Standard Information

• Brand: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp
• Manufacturer Part Number: MT556