These Knipex 25 06 Series Snipe Nose Cutting Pliers are fitted with multi-component grips, VDE tested up to 10,000V and safe for work up to 1,000V. They conform to DIN EN / IEC 60900. Made from vanadium electric steel, forged, multi stage oil-hardened. Chrome plated finish. Half-round, long, tapered jaws with knurled gripping surfaces. With cutting edges for medium hard and hard wire. The cutting edges are additionally induction hardened, cutting edge hardness approx. 61 HRC. They are suitable for finer gripping and cutting work. Also known as a radio pliers. Specification Cutting Capacity: Hard Wire : 1.6mm, Medium Wire: 2.5mm