Ryobi 18-Volt One+ Cordless Bolt Cutters (Tool Only)

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Anyone who’s done mechanical work or needed to cut off too-long bolts has likely run into the issue of cutting a bolt and getting a jagged end that had to be filed down by hand. This is a nonissue with the DeWalt bolt cutter. All we had to do was put a threaded bolt between the cutter’s jaws and pull the trigger. The curved blades on the tool (which comes with a 2-amp hour rechargeable battery and charger) immediately tightened around the bolt and cut it cleanly in half. We cut all thread up to 3/16 inch, and the DeWalt didn’t strain once under the task. For a comfortable grip, the strong rolled steel handles have soft cushioned non-slip rubber grips and the handles will not twist or give under load. Finding your cutter is so easy in your toolbox as the handle has a bright red color. Made from durable heat-treated chrome-molybdenum steel, the blades cut through threaded bolts, nails, chains with a vengeance. Sturdy jaws provide extra gripping power without shifting or wobbling when closing around a bolt, nail, or chain link. Made in Germany, the CoBolt offers you an exceptional cutting performance with minimum effort due to its tough steel construction and high leverage design.

Super-strong, portable, and affordable, the TEKTON 3386 8-inch Bolt Cutter is a must-have hand tool for tradesmen and DIY home maintenance gurus. Small bolt cutters that measure 8, 10-inch, 12-inch, or 14-inches in length are primarily designed to cut through thinner chains and prise off bolts that have a soft to medium hardness. These types of bolt cutters, such as the superb Knipex Tools Bolt Cutters, are also very popular as they are strong, fit in tight, confined spots, and provide on-the-go portability. – Medium Sized Bolt Cutters

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Like the other H.K. Porter bolt cutters we tested, the hinges on this 18-inch model were stiff when we started testing. It could be something common to this brand of bolt cutter, but the hinges eventually loosened up after 20 or so cuts to where we didn’t have to pull the handles forcefully to separate them.

Center cut allows the tools to cut through a wide variety of metals: soft (15RC), medium (31RC) and hard (42RC) Featuring an upgraded gripping zone, the powerful jaws allow for easy gripping, prising apart chain links, and pulling of nails. The double-compound hinge design features extra arm hinges that increase cutting pressure. We felt the design worked well for amplifying the leverage necessary to cut through the most challenging test: the rebar. H.K. Porter bolt cutters also feature nonslip padded grips that make it easier to grasp and squeeze the arms together without hurting hands. We charged the lithium-ion battery overnight and then started testing by cutting baling wire. Unfortunately, the blades left about a 1/16-inch gap when cutting rather than touching together, meaning the cordless tool failed to cut. We pulled the baling wire out of the almost-closed jaws, and it didn’t have a scratch on it. When testing them on all thread, the jaws stopped closing once they met the metal. We kept pressure on the trigger, but no deal.The two names are often used interchangeably, so it can be difficult to understand the differences and similarities between side and diagonal. Additionally, there are many types of cutters, each with subtle differences. Each type can typically be used for multiple tasks and applications. There are different types of cutting blades for bolt cutters, including angle cut, center cut, shear cut, and clipper cut blades. Bolt cutters are usually available in 12, 14, 18, 24, 30, 36 and 42 inches (30.5, 35.6, 46, 61, 76, 91.4 and 107cm) in length. The length is measured from the tip of the jaw to the end of the handle. It may have a mini design, but the Capri Tools CP40209 40209 8-inch Klinge Mini Bolt Cutter has surprising strength for challenging tasks.

Despite using as much pressure as possible while trying to cut the all thread, we were impressed that we didn’t see any chips or blade distortion on the cutters afterward.As long as users remember that these are light-duty cutters, their 9-ounce weight and 8-inch length will easily fit in a tool belt or tool box for impromptu cutting at work.For its size, we felt the WorkPro cutter was pretty effective. We expected to exert a lot more power, but the lever-fulcrum hinges (a compound hinge) cut through several metal items, including baling wire and cattle panels, with only a moderate amount of exertion. The blades are center cut, and the manufacturer says they’re made from chrome-molybdenum steel. Whatever they contain, they’re rugged and durable. On a whim, we tried to cut 3/16-inch all thread. It didn’t work, but our effort didn’t chip or bend the blades. Read on for the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding bolt cutters. Q. How do you use bolt cutters? Our M12™ cordless system offers more than 110 unique sub-compact solutions, transforming inefficient manual tools.

We’ve owned and tested many DeWalt tools over the years and feel DeWalt is a top power tool producer. However, we’d never tried the brand’s hydraulic bolt cutter—we didn’t even know DeWalt made one. We know now, and we are impressed!Hydraulic bolt cutters use a motor to power the cutting blades. A hydraulically powered piston drives the cutting edge forward with significantly more force than handle-operated bolt cutters can produce. Due to this additional power, hydraulic bolt cutters can cut soft metals nearly an inch in diameter. Both diagonal and side cutters are designed to cut wire or cable at an angle. They press and wedge the wire, causing indentations as well as simply cutting. These tools tend to be durable and hard-wearing, designed for tough professional applications. Delap, Lucy (2021). Feminisms: A Global History. Penguin Random House. pp.146–7. ISBN 9780141985985. One caveat, though—this tool is only for cutting threaded bolts. We tested it on a smooth bolt, and it stalled. This was our fault and not the tool’s since it’s not designed to cut anything but threaded bolts, but it does limit the tool’s use.