Can the 8" cutter cut through 1/8" 8-AWG copper wire easily?
1345585
I would think so. Most of these bolt cutters are designed to cut through much harder material than copper. I can cut 8 gauge copper with my side cutters (if I really work at it), these things have much higher mechanical advantage and should slide right through that kind of material. I have the 18" version, they would cut through copper like it wasn't there.
1345586
Absolutely! I am cutting galvanized 3/16" fencing wire. The copper is much softer and 1/8" would be even easier. You will have no issues with these except they may be slower than the Stakon Cutter Crimpers which is my go-to for Electrical use.
2020956
There is a stopper gauge that you attach to the tool which you may be able to use and strip the wire up to one and three-eighths of an inch long. It does a fairly decent job of stripping the wire.
1077986
It could work, but this saw is designed for cutting metal or PVC. I used it to cut copper pipe. The blade is thin and it broke after about 10 uses, but I was really hard on it. It did what I wanted it to though.
1192641
I'm not sure about hobby kits but it didn't cut very small gauge wire (24g copper) easily. It is very small and easy to manipulate otherwise.
741234
Sure it could be cut with a utility knife, but the stitching will un-ravel. I suppose you could duct tape the rough ends and hope for the best. It will be unsightly.Why not just go to the orange construction store and buy black foam pipe insulation for 1" copper pipe? You can cut it to any length and it will not have the issue with the seams.
866535
They cut copper and tinned copper wire like a hot knife through butter. I'm sure they'd be just fine for something like fishing line.
919725
I don't have any experience working with vapor wires, about all I know is they are blended alloys. These snips easily and cleanly will cut 20 -24 gauge aluminum or copper wires, I would feel comfortable using them to cut all the way up to 16 gauge. I also use them to cut .025" stainless steel safety wire. I don't believe they would get damaged cutting gplat
453222
absolutely, get strong wire cutters, this is not flimsy wire mesh, its great wire. marisa
1579429
i would say yes as long as its secured well. this stuff kinks easily. also i had stated in an earlier post that it was easy it cut. the first time i cut it it went very well. the second time not so well. the tubing cutter i used had a hard time and crushed the pipe when cutting it. if you are going to cut it, insert a wooden dowel or a piece of pipe in the spot you will be cutting
799180
Yes! I just used a quick and easy skill saw. It's too thick to cut with scissors.. if that's what you're wondering.
1593679
They'd certainly cut the wire, but it would really depend on the gauge you're cutting I guess. I can't say with certain it would give you the smooth cut you're desiring though. Sorry . . .
1140654
This tool is designed for HVAC installers to cut holes in galvanized sheet metal. I never tried it on copper.
1416816
Yes indeed! You just will have to cut one by one cage wire. I usually cut 6 AWG steel wire with it.
2044576
With a good heavy duty scissors or metal scissor you should be able to cut. The sides are very flexible; only the middle portion that holds the wire in is alittle more rigid -- but is like a semi hard plastic so would easily be cut. If you have any tools in the garage the metal snip shears would cut through it like butter. Hope this helps. Take care.
913437
If you want to cut it, wire cutters will probably work best. But in fact for minor adjustments the innovative design of the handles and screws is great-- I was able to just loosen the screws and shorten up the cable and retighten the screws without having to cut the cable. Worked great, was really helpful for me to start achieving the first double unders! Great product design.
1277612
It depends on your cut, and make sure its not that thick in diameter.8 inches long, diameter should no thicker than a pencil.
2005402
Yes it can... I just ran 75 feet of it and had to cut it like 3 or 4 times to make runs to my new gas fireplaces. It cuts as easily as regular copper pipe. But go easy as not to crush it with cutting wheel. The fittings are a "Snap" to use also!!