Silverline VDE Expert Side Cutters Pliers Electrician 160mm 675148

Silverline Electrician Grade 160mm VDE Expert Side Cutting Pliers

Barcode: 5055058151544

MPN: 675148

Overview:

Electrician Grade VDE Expert Side Cutting Plier 675148 are professional 160mm side cutter Cutting pliers built for precise, confident wire cutting in electrical installation and maintenance work. Manufactured from high quality drop forged chrome vanadium with a nickel plated finish, they’re designed for durability and long service life. The precision engineered, ground and hardened head features induction hardened cutting edges for cutting medium hard wire cleanly and efficiently. For safer electrical work, these VDE pliers are individually tested to 10,000V and comply with DIN EN60900, while the two-tone soft grip insulated handles with safety slip guards provide comfort, control and clear identification in your tool kit.

Key Features

• Electrician grade 160mm VDE Expert side cutting pliers

• Individually tested to 10,000V for safer work on electrical tasks

• Conforms to DIN EN60900 (VDE4000 9659) standard

• Drop forged chrome vanadium steel for strength and durability

• Precision engineered, ground and hardened head for reliable performance

• Induction hardened cutting edges for cutting medium hard wire

• Nickel plated finish helps resist corrosion and wear

• Insulated soft grip handles with safety slip guards for comfort and control

• Red VDE-style insulated handles for easy identification

Specifications

• Brand: Silverline Tools

• Product Type: VDE Side Cutting Pliers

• MPN: 675148

• Size/Length: 160mm

• Type: Side cutter pliers

• Safety Rating: Individually tested to 10,000V (for safe working up to 1,000V)

• Standard: Conforms to DIN EN60900 (VDE4000 9659)

• Jaw Capacity: 15mm

• Material: Chrome vanadium (drop forged)

• Finish: Nickel plated

• Hardness: 45HRC

• Handle Finish: Plastic, insulated soft grips

• Hand Safety: Safety slip guards

Applications

• Cutting electrical wire during installation and maintenance

• Trimming copper and aluminium cable (where suitable for the wire size)

• Workshop, site and domestic electrical repair tasks

• General wire cutting jobs requiring clean, controlled cuts

How to Use

• Inspect the insulated handles before use and do not use if damaged

• Select the correct cutting position and keep the wire within jaw capacity

• Cut with steady pressure for a clean finish and controlled handling

• Avoid twisting the cutters during cutting to protect the edges

• Wipe clean after use and store dry to maintain the finish and insulation

• Keep cutting edges protected in your tool bag or box between jobs

Electrician Grade VDE Expert Side Cutting Pliers – Key FAQs

• Are these side cutters VDE certified for electrical work?
  Yes. They are individually tested to 10,000V and conform to DIN EN60900, making them suitable for safer use on electrical tasks (rated for safe working up to 1,000V).

• What wires can these side cutting pliers cut?
  They’re designed for cutting most common wires, including electrical wire, and the induction hardened cutting edges are suited to cutting medium hard wire cleanly.

• What size are the Silverline 675148 side cutters?
  These pliers are 160mm long, giving a compact, controllable tool that’s ideal for electricians working in panels and tighter spaces.

• What are the pliers made from?
  They’re manufactured from drop forged chrome vanadium steel with a nickel plated finish, providing strength and corrosion resistance for regular use.

• Do the handles improve safety and control?
  Yes. They feature insulated soft grip handles with safety slip guards, helping prevent your hand slipping forward and improving comfort during longer jobs.

• How should I look after VDE side cutters?
  Keep them clean and dry, check the insulation regularly for damage, and store them in a tool bag or box to protect both the cutting edges and the insulated grips.