A sparky’s job is a complex mix of tasks, from stripping wires and crimping cables to notching, gripping, cutting, and tightening. To handle this diverse workload, they need a range of tools that can make the job quicker, safer, and easier.
Across every trade, there’s a tool for the task, but for electricians, it gets a bit more specific.
For an electrician, the job requires a specific set of tools. From cable cutters for clean cuts on insulated cables to wire strippers that remove insulation without damaging the conductor, each tool serves a unique purpose. But with so many options, where does an electrician even start?
What is an electrician’s snip?
Snips, cutters, shears and strippers for electricians come in a range of shapes and functions.
- Cable Cutters: Designed for clean cuts on insulated cables.
- Wire Strippers: Specifically engineered to remove insulation without damaging the conductor.
- Crimping Snips: Combine cutting and crimping functions to connect wires securely.
- Curved Blade Snips: Ideal for getting into tight, hard-to-reach areas.
- Diagonal Cutters: Provide precision cuts when working with harder metals.
- Flush Cutters: Allow for close-to-surface cutting, which is useful in confined spaces.
- Heavy-Duty Snips: Robust tools designed to handle thick or multi-strand wires that need extra force.
Enter Sterling Black Panther
No single pair of snips can handle every task. Different jobs require different blades, grips, and cutting powers. That’s where the Sterling Black Panther Electrical Snips range comes in. These purpose-built tools are designed to keep up with the demands of a sparky’s job.
165mm Ultimax Pro Black Panther Gen II Cutter
The All-Rounder Cable Cutter
Consider this your go-to knife replacement:
- Cuts copper and aluminium cable up to 15mm diameter
- High-quality Japanese stainless steel blades
- Curved blades make stripping 2-core and earth or SDI a breeze
- Smooth, spring-loaded action and easy-lock handle
- Won’t squash tube, perfect for air and grease lines
- Cuts: Copper Stranded Conductor (3C x 2mm²), Soft Cable (up to 50mm²), Aluminium/Copper wires (up to 2.5mm)
Why sparkies love it:
It’s tough, sharp, and comfortable to hold. Curved edges make for clean, controlled and smooth cuts when slicing through conduit, corry, and orange circular cable without the crushing or fraying you get from standard cutters.
The spring-loaded action and comfy grip mean less hand fatigue, especially when you’re cutting cable after cable. It’s the kind of tool that earns its permanent spot in your toolkit.
185mm Ultimax Black Panther Electrician's Cable Snips
Cut, Strip, Crimp. Done.
These are your next-level snips:
- Cuts and strips copper and aluminium cable up to 15mm
- Integrated wire cutter and dual crimpers in the handles
- High-quality Japanese stainless steel blades
- Ergonomic angled blades for comfort and control
- Anti-slip grip and ambidextrous lock clasp
- Slices through rubber, leather, garden hose, sheet metal
- Crimps: 0.5 mm²–6 mm² & 10 mm²–16 mm²
- Cuts: Copper Stranded Conductor (3C x 2mm²), Soft Cable (up to 50mm²), Aluminium/Copper wires (up to 2.5mm)
Why sparkies love it:
This one’s perfect for industrial jobs. Flat and curved cutting edges provide cleaner cuts than your average side cutters. If you forget your crimpers, no worries; it’s all in the handle. The angled blade design gives you better access in tight spots, and the anti-slip grip means you’re always in control.
140mm Black Panther Electrician's Scissors
Small But Mighty
Perfect for tight spots and quick jobs:
- 38mm² cutting capacity
- Micro-serrated Japanese stainless steel blades
- Cable strip notches on both blades
- Dual component handles for all-day comfort
- TPR grip wraps around the outside of the handles, so you can grip them like snips
Why sparkies love it:
They slip easily into your pocket or tool pouch, making them the perfect grab-and-go option for quick access on site. They open wide enough to cut conduit and thick cables, and the micro-serrated blades grip as they cut, giving you extra control and precision.
With built-in cable strip notches, they’re just as effective for stripping wires as they are for cutting them. Whether you’re making small installations or need some handy scissors for quick fixes, these are the scissors for the job.
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