What Do Diagonal Pliers Look Like

Diagonal pliers have a pair of jaws, a fulcrum point, and a pair of handles that are often dipped in colored plastic which serves as an insulator. … Diagonal pliers are specially designed pliers used for cutting wire. The jaws are sharp and beveled to cut wire closely and effectively.

What is a diagonal cutting pliers?

Diagonal cutting pliers are used for cutting wire and small pins in areas that cannot be reached by larger cutting tools. Because the cutting edges are diagonally offset about 15 degrees, these can cut objects flush with a surface.

How do you use a diagonal wire cutter?

1. Step 1 – Open jaws. Open the jaws of the diagonal cutting pliers by moving the handles apart. …
2. Step 2 – Place object between jaws. …
3. Step 3 – Squeeze handles together. …
4. Step 4 – Troubleshooting.