Slim Line Tapered Head Cutter * * * * Cat No. UPC No. Packed Length Inch mm MS545J 043127170713 Bagged 4 MS545JV 043127086038 Carded 4 A Diagonal cutting pliers Slim line tapered head Flush cutting Features green cushion grips B C E Inch mm Pack Wt. lb g Shelf Pack Inch mm Inch mm Inch mm 100 13/32 10 7/16 11 9/32 7 1/16 x 1/32 1.5 x .9 1.01 458 6 100 13/32 10 7/16 11 9/32 7 1/16 x 1/32 1.5 x .9 1.01 458 6 PLIERS Electronic Assembly Tools Plier Selection Information General When selecting electronic cutting pliers, you should attempt to minimize your cost per cut by selecting the proper tool for each application. The type of cut, cutting area access, cutting edge quality and user preference will influence your choice. Oval head cutters are the most versatile. They have the most material behind the cutting edges, and last longest. Tapered and angled head cutters should be selected only when access to the cutting area is limited. These cutters have less head mass, and provide proportionally fewer cuts. Type of Cut Electronic pliers are available with cutting edge angles that produce standard, semi-flush and flush cuts. These terms refer to the amount of "pinch" left on the tip of a wire after it has been cut Head Thickness Head thickness is related to cutting life in the same way as head shape. Cutting pliers with thicker heads also last longer. Whenever possible, use pliers with standard head thickness. Relieved head designs should be chosen only to accommodate difficult access problems. Standard cutting edges should be used for applications that are not sensitive to either the amount of shock transmitted through the wire to the component (during cutting) or to the amount of "pinch" left on the wire tip (after cutting). Cutting Edge Quality The quality of a pair of cutting pliers can be determined by visual inspection. The blades should meet smoothly and evenly at the tips. From a point just behind the tips to the joint, an increasing amount of light should be visible Semi-flush edges can be employed for most applications. They reduce shock transmittal and wire tip "pinch." Flush edges should be selected only for delicate applications, which require minimal shock transmittal and wire tip "pinch." Flush cutters produce a clean cut, which facilitates soldering and increases connection reliability. With small cutting edge angles, the life of flush cutters is substantially less than that of semi-flush cutters. The larger the cutting edge angle, the more cuts you can expect from the tool. For electronic assembly work, the semi-flush cutter is often the most cost-effective choice. Cutting Area Access Access to cutting areas can determine the shape and thickness of the cutting head. Tight clearances around the cutting area, the need to reach over in-place components or to work from directly above, and visibility requirements are all factors which will affect your choice of a tool. However, it is important to recognize that head shape and thickness are directly related to cutting edge life Head Shape Always select a cutter with the largest head that will meet your particular cutting requirements. It is a proven fact that more material behind the cutting edges gives more cuts and longer life. A precision tip interface assures clean cutting of fine wires, while the "no contact" area behind the tips extends cutter life by allowing the tips to continue to meet as they wear. User Preference Other considerations can be a matter of personal preference. Handle shape, grip color, grip material, spring tension and leverage ratio are usually related to user comfort. Proper spring tension will allow pliers to open and close with minimum effort. Finally, pliers with high leverage ratios provide the greatest ease of use and the longest life. Leverage Ratio Leverage ratio is obtained by dividing dimension A into dimension B. PLIERS Cutting capability guide * Maximum Tensile Strength Catalog Number EC54J EGA54J EMS543J EMS549J EMS54 GA54J LC665J MS54 MS543J MS545 MS545J MS549J S1415JS S424JS S54 S54KS S54S S55 S55KS S55S SN54 SN55 TC55 Flush Edge Semi-Flush Edge Standard Edge 36 Ga. (.005) Teflon Coated Copper Wire * * * * 25 Ga. (.017) Soft Copper Wire * * * * * * * * * 22 Ga. (.025) Soft Copper Wire * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 20 Ga. (.034) *90,000 PSI Steel Wire * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 20 Ga. (.034) 18 Ga. (.047) *120,000 PSI *200,000 PSI Steel Wire Steel Wire * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Xcelite(R) Electronic Pliers Provide the ultimate in precision plier * Manufactured to the highest professional quality * Easily handles a wide range of electronic assembly requirements * Smooth, easy-working, corrosion-proof joint * Maintains perfect cutting edge and tip alignment * All Xcelite(R) cutters and pliers are standard with ESD safe cushion grip handles. Exception: red grip products PLIERS Xcelite(R) Diagonal Cutting Pliers FLUSH OR SEMI-FLUSH CUTTING EDGES HANDLE MOST CUTTING REQUIREMENTS Pliers Features and Benefits CUTTING EDGES MACHINE GROUND AND ELECTRONICALLY HARDENED FOR EXTENDED LIFE FORGED ALLOY STEEL WITH POLISHED HEAD FOR HIGH DURABILITY STEEL RIVIT FOR SMOOTH OPERATION AND LONG LIFE HANDLE COIL SPRINGS FOR FAST CUTTING ACTION (Standard on all Models) ESD SAFE CUSHION GRIPS FOR MAXIMUM COMFORT (Standard on all Models) "ACCU-LITE" GRIPS ALSO AVAILABLE ON MANY MODELS * Lightweight, miniature plier line. Includes versatile selection of diagonal, angular, tip and end cutters plus wiring and assembly tools. * Choice of oval, tapered, relieved and angled head designs for general or confined area cutting. * Full flush or semi-flush cutting edges machine ground and electronically hardened for extended life in cutting either hard or soft wires. * Needle nose styles include long, short, curved, flat and round to handle most forming, looping, twisting, insertion and pickup jobs. * Copaloy joint maintains perfect cutting edge and tip alignment to maximize operational consistency and tool life. * Handle coil springs, standard on all Copaloy pliers, allow faster cutting action with reduced user fatigue. * Forged from high quality alloy steel for maximum strength and durability. * Precision ground to close tolerances, individually finished and tested to ensure exact fit of jaws. * Polished heads with gun metal handles. * Made in U.S.A. CAUTION 1. Always wear approved eye protection. 2. Cushioned handles are not intended to provide protection against electric shock. Do not use on or near energized circuits. 3. When cutting wire or metal, hold short end to prevent flying pieces. Accu-Lite Handles Meet The Optimum Criteria For Hand Tools: THUMB FLAIR INCREASES TOOL CONTROL EXCLUSIVE, SOFT, NON-SLIP FOAM GRIPS PROVIDE POSITIVE GRIPPING AND MAXIMUM COMFORT IDENTICALLY FORMED HANDLES ALLOW EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT-HAND USE ANTI-STATIC GRIP MATERIAL DISSIPATES STATIC CHARGES SOIL RESISTANT SURFACE EXTENDS GRIP LIFE CONCAVE CONFIGURATION DISPERSES GRIPPING PRESSURE EXTENDED HANDLE PERMITS USE OF ALL FINGERS * Lightweight construction * Extended handle length allows even application of force from all four fingers. * Exclusive, smooth, soft foam cushion grips are free of abrupt edges and finger indentations. * Grip material is non-slip and compressible to allow positive gripping and to absorb mechanical shock. * Handle contours adaptable for either right or left-hand use.