Shearcutter - Heavy-duty * * * * * * * * * Heavy-duty for IC pins, cables and harnesses Maximum durability Safety clip (on some models) prevents flying leads Maximum operator safety 1178M, 2178M feature light blue grips 1178D, 2178D feature static-dissapative black grips 2178M, 2178D feature safety clips 1178D, 2178D especially hardened and plated Flush cuts soft wire up to 14 AWG (1.6mm) Safety Clip Cat No. UPC No. Packed Length Inch mm Inch A mm Inch B mm Inch C mm Inch D mm Pack Wt. lb g Shelf Pack 1178M 037103030825 Carded 5 5/8 143 29/32 23 13/32 10 17/32 14 1/8 3 1.62 735 6 1178D 037103030801 Carded 5 5/8 143 29/32 23 13/32 10 17/32 14 1/8 3 1.62 735 6 2178M 037103039590 Carded 5 5/8 143 29/32 23 13/32 10 17/32 14 1/8 3 1.62 735 6 2178D 037103031648 Carded 5 5/8 143 29/32 23 13/32 10 17/32 14 1/8 3 1.62 735 6 SHEARCUTTERS & PLIERS Electronic Shearcutters and Pliers * Xcelite's Shearcutter flush cutting tools require less than half the operator force of most wire and lead cutting tools and transmit proportionately less shock to the component * As a result, they comply with MIL-STD-2000, DODSTD-2000 and WS-6536E standards * Grips are molded of wide, shock absorbing material for operator comfort * Models 175 and 2178 incorporate safety clips which effectively eliminate flying leads * However, safety glasses are still recommended when using these tools Shearcutter 170/175 Heavy-Duty Shearcutter 1178/2178 Superior Quality and Value Total Operator Force = Less Than 1/2 F Total Operator Force = F In shearcutting, one edge acts as an anvil while the other edge shears off the lead. Angled Shearcutter 75 Plier 378 Product features Shearcutter -- Light blue grips (Suffix "M") * Advanced handle design * Made from high quality carbon steel * Non-glare black finish * Superior shearing action Static-dissipative pliers -- black grips (Suffix "D") * Advanced handle design * Specially hardened and plated * Non-glare black finish * Superior shearing action