These Faithfull VDE Diagonal Cutters are manufactured from chrome vanadium steel and undergoing stringent high voltage tests in accordance to EN 60900:2012. All Faithfull VDE rated tools can safely be used when working on live electrical wires at voltages of up to 1,000 volts AC. These side cutters have induction hardened cutting edges for superior cutting performance with a Swedish pattern head designed for cutting wire close to a flat surface. Length: 170mm. Cutting Capacity: For medium hard wires 1.6mm.