Knipex Insulated Lineman's Cable Knife 98 56 - with Hinged Blade Guard

Constructed with various safety and comfort features, this 1,000 V insulated cable knife also provides protection during live working, in with ASTM F 1505 standards. Ergonomically shaped for best function, the handle has an attached hinged blade guard that extends out towards the blade. For easy use, the straight blade is replaceable and has a special grinding and plastic coating on the back - to avoid short circuits. Knipex 98 56 is durably crafted out of stainless surgical steel, to enhance performance and lengthen service life.

Knipex 98 56 insulated lineman's cable knife has the following features:

• 1,000 V insulated - with dipped plastic insulation, usable for live working; in compliance with ASTM F 1505
• Replaceable straight blade with special grinding
• Hinged blade guard attached, part of the handle design
• Plastic coating on back of blade to avoid short circuits
• Safety handle is ergonomically shaped for functionality and comfort
• Blade is made of air-hardened stainless surgical steel for heightened performance
• Total length of 7.5" (185 mm), blade length of 1-31/32" (50.0 mm)