The Compact Cable Cutter cuts 24 AWG copper, aluminum multi-strand cable wire and 100-pair telephone cable. One-hand shearing action offers precision without compression or frayed ends. Handles are plastic-dipped for comfort and reduced hand fatigue.PRODUCT FEATURES:- Cuts 24 AWG copper, aluminum multi-strand cable wire and 100-pair telephone cable - Precise, one-hand shearing action without compression or frayed ends - Special shear angle cuts cleanly without compression to cable geometry for telecom cable work - Plastic-dipped handles for comfort - Heat-treated, high-carbon steel shearing edges for long life - Forged body with 3/8-Inch (10 mm) case-hardened rivet - Do NOT use to cut steel or ACSR