Section 1800: Cutters

H.K. Porter®

 

• General plant maintenance tool
• Drop-forged, precision ground, alloy tool steel jaws with center-cut blades
• Cuts soft, medium, or hard materials
• Maximum hardness of material to be cut: Brinell 455/Rockwell C48
• Lockplate keeps jaws from loosening
• Toggle joints turn 50 lbs. hand pressure to 4000 lbs. cutting pressure
• Screw-type adjustment realigns edges
• Steel handles with rubber grips

Specifications:

• Weight:

1490MC - 2.75 lbs.

0090MC - 3.50 lbs.

0190MC - 5.25 lbs.

0290MC - 8.50 lbs.

0390MC - 12.56 lbs.

0590MC - 17.12 lbs.

 

Catalog#	Length	Soft and Medium Hard Materials (Up to Brinell 300, Rockwell C31)	Hard Materials (Up to Brinell 455, Rockwell C48)	Replacement Jaws
1490MC	14"	5/16"	3/16"	1412C
0090MC	18"	3/8"	1/4"	0012C
0190MC	24"	7/16"	5/16"	0112C
0290MC	30"	1/2"	3/8"	0212C
0390MC	36"	9/16"	7/16"	0312C
0590MC	42"	11/16"	1/2"	0512C

H.K. Porter®

 

• All-purpose jaws with center-cut blades
• Cuts soft, medium, and hard metals
• Maximum hardness of material to be cut: Brinell 455/Rockwell C48
• Lockplate keeps jaws from loosening
• Toggle joints turn 50 lbs. hand pressure to 4000 lbs. cutting pressure
• Screw-type adjustment realigns edges
• Strong, lightweight fiberglass handles
• Popular cutter

Specifications:

• Weight:

0090FC - 3.50 lbs.

0190FC - 4.50 lbs.

0290FC - 7.50 lbs.

0390FC - 11.50 lbs.

 

Catalog#	Length	Soft and Medium Hard Materials (Up to Brinell 300, Rockwell C31)	Hard Materials (Up to Brinell 455, Rockwell C48)	Replacement Cutterhead Cat. No.
0090FC	18-1/4"	3/8"	1/4"	0013C
0190FC	24-1/2"	7/16"	5/16"	0113C
0290FC	30-1/2"	1/2"	3/8"	0213C
0390FC	36-1/2"	9/16"	7/16"	0313C

• Feature unique cam bolt blade adjustment for easy cutter alignment
• Forged steel blades for long life
• Clevis-mounted blades for greater strength
• Custom rubber grips for maximum power
• Fiberglass handles are tough and lightweight

Specifications:

• Weight:

01189 - 3.40 lbs.

01250 - 4.90 lbs.

H.K. Porter®

 

• Recommended for the most demanding hand cutting applications
• Heavy-duty straps support the jaws
• Maximum hardness of material to be cut: Brinell 455/Rockwell C48
• Lockplate keeps jaws from loosening
• Toggle joints turn 50 lbs. hand pressure to 4000 lbs. cutting pressure
• Screw-type adjustment realigns edges
• Available with tubular steel or lightweight, fiberglass handles

Specifications:

• Weight:

0190MCX - 5.50 lbs.

0290MCX - 9.25 lbs.

0390MCX - 14.12 lbs.

0590MCX - 18.25 lbs.

0190FCX - 5.50 lbs.

0390FCX - 11.50 lbs.

 

Catalog#	Length	Hard Metal, Wire Mesh and Reinforcing Rod and Bar	Replacement Cutterhead Cat. No.
0190MCX	24"	5/16"	0113CX
0290MCX	30"	3/8"	0213CX
0390MCX	36"	7/16"	0313CX
0590MCX	42"	1/2"	0513CX
As above, but with lightweight, fiberglass handles.
0190FCX	24"	5/16"	0113CX
0390FCX	36"	7/16"	0313CX

This handy, economical tool handles most cable-cutting jobs with ease. Special high-leverage design gives it amazing cutting capability for its size. Cable-gripping, shear-type jaws cut up to 4/0 aluminum (not ACSR)...up to 2/0 soft copper...up to 100-pair, 24-gauge communication cable. Makes clean, efficient cuts. Compact...only 9-1/2" long, can be carried in tool pouch or Klein No. 5112 or No. 5112T tool holders. Ideal for working in confined spaces. Tough, comfortable, red plastic-dipped handles. Not designed for cutting steel or ACSR.

• Replaceable, shear type blades of forged, heat treated steel-precision ground
• Designed for long, dependable service
• Fiberglass handles with large rubber grips
• Made in the USA

Specifications:

H.K. Porter®

With one-hand, cleanly cut copper up to 400 MCM, and aluminum and multi-conductor cables up to 600 MCM. Unique ratchet-action holds cable tight and allows rapid, straight cuts with minimum effort. Hold-open spring speeds cutting action. Quick-release lever opens blade at any time during operation. Large, finger-formed handles have limit guards and plastic covering for comfortable, non-slip grip. Strong, light-weight tool can be locked in closed position for pouch carrying.

Not designed for cutting steel or ACSR.

• Simple, one-hand operation
• Compact - convenient for working in tight places and stores easily in tool pouches
• Single speed ratchet mechanism
• Blade release allows blades to be opened in mid-cut
• Heavy-duty blades provide long life

Specifications:

• Weight: 1.4 lbs.
• Capacity:

Copper:

Maximum - 500 kcmil

Frequent Use - 400 kcmil

Aluminum:

Maximum - 750 kcmil

Frequent Use - 600 kcmil

Communications Cable:

Maximum - 1-1/8" dia.

• Simple, one-hand operation
• Two-speed ratchet mechanism adjusts for light/heavy cutting
• Well-suited for tight work spaces
• Specially designed blade improves cutting capacity

Specifications:

• Hand Held ACSR Ratchet Cutter
• Light Weight, Ratcheting Cutter
• Release lever allows cutter jaws to be opened at any time
• Handles are plastic dipped for comfort and a non-slip grip
• Compact size allows cutter to be used under close working conditions
• Weight: 1.3 lbs.
• O.A. Length: 10"
• Max. Jaw Opening Over Insulation: 1-1/4"
• Max. Capacity Bare Copper Wire: 350 MCM
• Max. Capacity ACSR: 336 ACSR
• Max. Capacity Bare Aluminum: 500 MCM

H.K. Porter®

 

• Compact, lightweight cutter, for confined spaces
• Ratchet-type jaws with shear-cut blades grip and hold while moderate pumping action cuts cable
• Leaves no burrs or sharp edges
• Both blades cut
• Cuts aluminum, copper, and communications cable to 1-3/16"
• Fiberglass handles with non-slip, plastic grips
• Cat No. 6990TS features tubular steel handles
• Cutter has self-lubricating ratchet and only 6 moving parts
• Weight: 3.50 lbs.

 

Catalog#	Length	Copper Cable	Aluminum Cable	Communication Cable
6990FS	14"	500 MCM	795 MCM	1-3/16"

Soft Style C403-2979 for only All-Aluminum or Copper up to 1000 kcmil maximum.

Specifications:

• Weight: C403-2979 - 4.25 lbs.

H.K. Porter®

 

• Jaw keeper prevents jaws from spreading while under heavy load
• Cuts copper and aluminum communications and power cable in sizes up to 2" including rubber or lead covered cable
• Improved heavy duty jaw design
• Ratchet mechanism provides as much as 5 times mechanical advantage over manual cutters
• Cuts all types of copper an aluminum cables up to 2500 MCM
• Weight: 3.50 lbs.

 

Catalog#	Length	Copper and Aluminum Cable, All Types	Replacement Cutterhead
8690FSK	27-1/2 "	2"	8613FSK

• Extra thick blades, ground flat to reduce potential for breakage
• Ratchet action for heavy-duty cutting
• Two cutting actions - fast scissor cutting for small cable and insulation; converts automatically to ratchet mode
• Anti-slip mechanism for positive ratchet action
• Rubber boot protects ratchet mechanism

Specifications:

• Weight: 11.41 lbs.
• Capacity:

Copper:

Maximum - 1500 kcmil

Frequent Use - 1000 kcmil

Aluminum:

Maximum - 1500 kcmil

Frequent Use - 1000 kcmil

These patented conductor cutters are half the size and weight of standard ratchet cutters. Two styles of the compact cutters ratings match a wide range of overhead and underground conductors. They can get into such confining workspace as manholes and handholes. In practice, they open in less than half the space required for long-handled ratcheting cutters. Their small size also saves on toolbox and warehouse storage. To give long service life, the design of these compact cutters is based on a simple ratchet mechanism. Simple controls and sure ratcheting action makes working with them easy. C-type jaws are heat-treated for lasting srength and sharpness. Stampings on the jaws indicate application limits. Despite their small size, they are built to take punishing field conditions. The reinforced-fiberglass handles are PVCcoated and protected by a vinyl sleeve. Thick vinyl grips shield the handle ends and help worker keep a steady grasp.

Specifications:

• Tool Type: Hydraulic Conductor Cutter
• Style: Guillotine Jaw
• Weight: 4.4 lbs.
• Length: 19-1/2"

H.K. Porter®

 

• Jaw keeper prevents jaws from spreading while under heavy load
• Shear-cut blades
• Ratchet and chain increase cutting pressure as handles open and close
• Cuts hard cable, ACSR, ACAR, and self-supporting telephone cable, with minimal distortion
• Moderate pressure needed to open and close handles
• Can be used effectively with short strokes in confined spaces
• Increased mechanical advantage over manual cutters
• Weight: 10.50 lbs.

 

Catalog#	Length	ACSR, ACAR and Telephone Cable	Replacement Cutterhead
8690FH	29-1/4 "	1-3/16 "	8613FH

• Extra thick blades, ground flat to reduce potential for breakage
• Ratchet action for increased cutting power
• Two cutting actions - fast scissor cutting for small cable; converts automatically to ratchet mode
• Anti-slip mechanism for positive ratchet action
• Rubber boot protects ratchet mechanism
• Weight: 12.22 lbs.

H.K. Porter®

H.K. Porter®

Huskie's S-Series tools cut anything from *guy wire to anchor rod and most overhead and underground cables.

The S-Series cutters are portable, lightweight, and made to last years under the toughest field conditions. The S-40B and S-85 feature a two stage pumping piston for rapid advance.

Consult the chart below to pick the proper cutter for your needs. If there are any questions about capacities, or special applications please contact Huskie.

*Note: Do not cut EHS Guy Wire. For EHS Guy Wire specify S-24CC, S-32CC or The Remote Head SP-24CC.

Specifications:

• Weight:

S-20: 6 lbs.

S-24: 9 lbs.

S-32: 21 lbs.

S-40B: 12 lbs.

S-55: 17 lbs.

S-85: 15 lbs.

The new S-24CC, S-32CC and SP-24CC hydraulic cutters were specially engineered to cut the toughest EHS guy wire, ground and anchor rods.

The anvil style, center cut blades eliminate jamming problems common to shear style cutters, and the blades are easily replaced in the field.

The tools are made of high grade steel and have rubber handle grips. All tools are black zinc oxide coated to help reduce corrosion.

A flip top latch opens the tool jaw to easily accept cables and wires. The head can be rotated up to 180 degrees to facilitate easy wire positioning and operator leverage.

The SP-24CC is the remote head version, which requires an external 10,000 PSI pump in order to operate.

Features:

• Lightweight and portable
• Works in any position
• Anvil blades eliminate jamming
• 180 degree rotatable head

Specifications:

• Weight:

S-24CC: 9 lbs.

SP-24CC: 6 lbs.

S-32CC: 23 lbs.

Hand operated hydraulic tool specifically designed to cut copper, aldrey, aluminum, aluminum-steel cables, all types of guy wire and steel ropes, aluminum and steel rods having a max overall diameter up to 1" and steel ground rod up to 5/8". The tool features a double speed action.

The blades are manufactured from high strength special steel, heat treated to ensure a long service life.

The head can rotate by 180 degrees, to enable the operator to work in the most comfortable position, and can easily be opened to allow the cutting of running cables. HT-TC026Y features an automatic safety valve to bypass oil when reaching maximum pressure; a pressure release device can also be operated at any stage of operation.

Specifications:

• Weight: 7.7 lbs.

Hand operated hydraulic tool specifically designed to cut copper, aldrey, aluminum, ACSR cables and steel ropes, guy strand and Alumoweld, aluminum and steel rods having a max overall diameter up to 1-9/16". New model, even more self contained, robust and sturdy.

The tool features a two speed action.

The blades are manufactured from high strength special steel, heat treated to ensure a long service life.The head can rotate by 90 degrees, to enable the operator to work in the most comfortable position, and can easily be opened to allow cutting of running cables.

HT-TC041 features an automatic safety valve to bypass oil when reaching maximum pressure; a pressure release device can also be operated at any stage of operation.

Specifications:

• Weight: 12.80 lbs.

Hand operated hydraulic tool specifically designed to cut cooper, aluminum, aluminum-steel cables (ACSR) having a max overall diameter of 2".

The HT-TC051Y is provided with a two stage hydraulic system, which advances the blades quickly to the cable. This proven system saves operator time and effort.

The HT-TC051Y is provided with an automatic safety valve to bypass oil when reaching max pressure. This means safety to the operator and protection to the blades.

The blades are manufactured from high strength special steel, heat treated to ensure a long service life. The shape of the blades provides a "clean" cut.

The head can be opened to allow cutting of running cables and ropes.

The head rotates 90 degrees allowing the operator to perform the cut in most comfortable position.

The tool is supplied complete with canvas bag for protection and storage when not in use.

Specifications:

• Weight: 10.3 lbs.

Gator™

• Nickel-metal hydride battery (Ni-MH) delivers up to 140 cycles per charge
• Equipped with a spare battery, a choice of either a 120V, 12V, or 220V one-hour charger, and a high-impact molded carrying case
• 360° rotating head adjusts to your work position
• Lightweight, plus ergonomic-angled handle for comfortable, low-stress use
• Cycles in seconds with two-speed hydraulic pump, maximizing productivity
• Automatic retraction when crimping and cutting cycles are complete
• Uses all CCX blades and adapters
• U.S. Patent #6,206,663 and Patent Pending
• Weight: 10.50 lbs.

All in pairs except punch driver.

Gator-Plus™

 

• The ram automatically retracts after the cut is complete to ready the tool for the next cut
• The two-speed pump advances the ram rapidly to start the cut reducing cycle time
• Cutting head rotates 360° for making cuts in tight locations, and flips open to make mid-span cuts easy
• Includes one-hour charger, steel carrying case and two batteries

Specifications:

• Length: 15-1/2"
• Height: 12-1/2"
• Weight: 12.8 lbs.
• Battery: 12 volt 2.0 Ah NiCd
• Battery Charge Time: 1 hour
• Capacity:

ACSR: 1590 kcmil

Standard Guy Strand: 5/8" diameter

EHS Guy Strand: 1/2" diameter

Ground Rod: 5/8" diameter

Rebar (schedule 60): 1/2" diameter

Wire Rope: 5/8" diameter

Copper and Aluminum Cable: 1500 kcmil

Soft Steel Bolts: 5/8" diameter

 

Catalog#	Description
ESG45GL12	Battery-Powered ACSR Cable Cutter, 12 V Charger

Gator™ Plus

 

• Ram automatically retracts after the cut is complete. No need to push a retract lever. Tool is automatically ready to perform the next cut
• Two-speed pump advances the ram quickly to start the cut
• Cutting blades are specially hardened and precision ground to hold their sharpness
• Lightweight and easy to use
• Cutting head rotates 330 degrees for making cuts in tight locations, and flips open to make mid-span cuts easy
• One-hour battery charger, carrying case and two batteries included
• Choice of a 120 volt, 230 volt, or 12 volt battery charger
• U.S. Patent #6,206,663

Specifications:

• Cutting Capacity: 2" diameter Al or Cu cable
• Weight: 10 lbs.
• Length: 15-3/4"
• Height: 14-1/4"
• Battery: 12 Volt 2.0 Ah NiCd
• Battery Charge Time: 1 hour

 

Catalog#	Description
ESG50GL11	Battery-Powered Cable Cutter - 120 V Charger
ESG50GL12	Battery-Powered Cable Cutter - 12 V Charger
ESG50GL22	Battery-Powered Cable Cutter - 230 V Charger

Cutting Electrical and Structural Cable has been reduced to an easy task with the advent of the CACT-Co family of Cartridge Actuated Cutters.

The open frame -A- Model is prepared for cutting by first twisting the handle and pulling back to expose an open breech. A proper color coded catridge is inserted in the breech and the handle is pushed forward and rotated to lock into position. The cutter head is placed over the cable and the double action trigger is pulled resulting in a instantaneous cut of the cable.

The A-1 cutter is designed to cut 5/8 inch cross arm bolts and 1/4 to 1/2 inch guywire. Police, Fire and other emergency services will appreciate the capability of the A-1 to quickly sever 1/2 inch square security bar tubing. The A-1 will also cut ACSR up to 3/4 inch in areas requiring storm damage cleanup.

Both the A4 and A5 Cutters have "swing open" frames to permit cutting any length cable.

The A4 and A5 Cable Cutters are compact, efficient cutters with increased capabilities over existing methods to sever overhead and underground power cable.

The A/4 and A/5 Cutters will cleanly and rapidly cut through the toughest of overhead and underground cables. These cables include BOBOLINK 1431 kcmil 45 Al 7 Stl ACSR; Drake 795kcmil 26Al 7 Stl ACSR; and 2" underground 1000 and 750 kcmil Al.

A4 - ACSR

CACT-Co's Model A-5 Cable Cutter was designed to meet the needs of the power industry in cutting large diameter power distribution and 1000 KCMIL AL cable has been the benchmark cable for this cutter. Our clients have requested and evaluation of the model A5 on "Bluebird" ACSR-2156.We can now report a successful technique for cutting this cable with the Model A5 & ACSR cutter.

The A5 Cutter is loaded and placed on the cable as described in our previous literature. While 2.00 inch 1000 KCMIL AL is cut with one cartridge, Bluebird - 1.762" diameter is cut with three shots, (three firings in the same place).

Contrast the speed and quality of cut on Bluebird (less than two minutes from start to finish) with any other method in use. You will find the Model A5ACSR to be the clear Winner.

Cutting: Bluebird-ACSR-2156, 84 AL/19 ST .16 AL-0.096 ST-1.762 DIA.

Underground Utility 1000 KCMIL AL Cable 2.00 DIA

A5 - Copper & Aluminum

A5ACSR - ACSR

When you think of concrete, metal, asphalt, masonry, stone and ductile iron, you think tough. And when these are the kinds of materials you're dealing with, you'd better think about a Stihl Cutquik cut-off machine. Construction sites, demolition work or rescue operations - whenever the going gets rough - Stihl Cutquik cut-off machines provide all the power and portability needed for fast, easy cutting.

Specifications:

• Weight: 21.6 lbs.
• Displacement: 3.9 cu. in.
• Engine Power: 4.4 bhp
• Fuel Capacity: 25 oz.
• Engine Speed: 9,700 rpm
• Arbor Size: 20 mm
• Wheel Size: 14"

Cutting Capacities:

• Guy Wire - 5/8"
• EHS Guy Wire - 5/8"
• Rebar (grade 60) - 5/8"
• Ground Rod - 5/8"
• Soft Steel Bolts - 5/8"
• ACSR - 477 MCM