CK Tools VDE Insulated Side Cutter - 180mm
CK Tools VDE Insulated Side Cutter for safe live working up to 1000V. Drop-forged steel, ergonomic handles & tether point. EN60900 compliant.
The CK Tools VDE Insulated Side Cutter from the RedLine series delivers powerful and precise cutting in a compact design, making it an essential tool for professionals. Engineered for construction, renewables, and industrial live working, this side cutter ensures safety and efficiency on the job.
Featuring an improved handle design, the tool provides greater leverage and significantly reduces hand fatigue. The longer, rounded handles incorporate 30% more material, maximising leverage while maintaining a compact form factor. Additionally, the two-component ergonomic handles are equipped with anti-slip horns for enhanced comfort, control, and safety during prolonged use.
Safety is paramount, and these side cutters are individually tested to 10,000V for safe live working up to 1,000V, fully conforming to EN60900 standards. Integrated tether connection points ensure compliance with VDE and ANSI standards, providing secure working at height.
Constructed from drop-forged special alloy steel, these cutters offer outstanding long-term performance in demanding environments. The induction-hardened jaws and optimised geometry deliver superior cutting capacities, easily handling hard, medium hard, and soft materials. This combination of robust construction and advanced ergonomics makes the CK Tools VDE Insulated Side Cutter a reliable choice for demanding electrical and industrial applications.
Variant Details
- Size: 180mm
- **Live electrical work** up to 1,000V
- **Construction and site electrical installations**
- **Renewable energy system installation and maintenance** (e.g., solar, wind)
- **Industrial plant maintenance and machinery work**
- **Series:** RedLine Series
- **Cutter Type:** Side (Diagonal Cut)
- **Cutting Capacity - Hard Wire:** Up to 2.5mm
- **Cutting Capacity - Medium Hard Wire:** Up to 3.0mm
- **Cutting Capacity - Soft Wire/Material:** > 4.0mm
- **Construction:** Drop-forged special alloy steel
- **Jaw Treatment:** Induction hardened
- **Handle Design:** Two-component, ergonomic with anti-slip horns
- **Safety Certification:** VDE approved for live working up to 1,000V
- **Test Standard:** Individually tested to 10,000V, conforms to EN60900
- **Safety Feature:** Integrated tether connection points (VDE & ANSI compliant)
- **Weight:** 266 grams
- **Dimensions (Approx.):** 33mm (H) x 22mm (W) x 2mm (D)
- Cut Type: Diagonal
- Cutting Capacity Max: 4mm
- Product Range: RedLine Series
- SVHC: No SVHC (25-Jun-2025)
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