Cuts and loops copper and aluminum wire. Compact, flat design; easy to store and carry; narrow nose fits into tight places. Tough, hardened steel with smooth, ground shear-type blades for square, clean cuts. Cuts solid wire up to No. 10 AWG (4.0 mm²) and most fine stranded cable up to 1/2" OD (12 mm). Plastic-dipped handles for comfort. Do not use for cutting steel wire or bolts