KNIPEX 70 02 160 Diagonal Cutter
- Cutting Width: 0.2 inches
- Material Type: Blend
- Grip Type: Multi Component Cases
- Handle Material: Polyvinyl Chloride
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact Knipex diagonal cutter suited to wire work, worth buying if you need a dedicated cutter rather than a general gripping plier.
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ASIN: B0001D8PE4Model: 70 02 160Category: Pliers
Overview
Knipex numbers its tools by length in millimeters, so the 70 02 160 in this model name points to a 160mm, roughly 6.3 inch, tool. Despite the generic Plier title, the 70 02 series in the Knipex catalog is diagonal cutting pliers, built for snipping wire rather than gripping and turning.
PVC handle covering, not the softer multi-component grip Knipex uses on some premium lines, keeps the price point down while still cushioning the hand from the tool's edges. At 0.47 pounds it is light enough for all-day use in an electrician's pouch or a home toolbox.
- Knipex 70 02 160 diagonal cutter
- PVC handle covering
- 0.47 lbs item weight
- 160mm / 6.3 inch model size
Who it's for
Fits anyone who needs a dedicated wire cutter, electricians, hobbyists, cable installers, rather than someone shopping for a general gripping plier. Not the right pick if you specifically need a slip-joint or needle-nose plier for gripping tasks.
Pros and cons
- Compact 160mm size for tight spaces
- PVC-dipped handles for grip
- Light at 0.47 lbs for extended use
- Title labeled generically as Plier, not Cutter
- No stated insulation voltage rating
- Handle is PVC, not premium multi-component grip
Performance notes
Diagonal cutters like this rely on hardened jaw edges meeting at an angle to shear wire cleanly rather than crush it. PVC-dipped handles add grip and some cushioning but are not rated for live electrical work unless the listing specifically states an insulation voltage rating, which this one does not.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Model | 70 02 160 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 0.2 incheslower than 79% of 198 pliers |
| Item Weight | 0.47 poundslower than 61% of 253 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 6.6 × 2.1 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Handle Material | Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Color | Multi-Component Grips, Blue/Red |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Knipex - 70 02 160 |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Multi Component Cases |
| Specific Uses For Product | Side cutters |
| Item Type Name | Knipex - 70 02 160 |
| Set Name | 6 Pieces |
| Eu Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 year |
Closest rivals on specs
WORKPRO W031398A 6-in-1 Needle Nose Pliers 8 Inch- Cutting Width 0.2 vs 0.1 inches (+100%)
IRWIN Vise-Grip 1773584 Long Reach Long Nose Pliers 11 in- Item Weight 0.47 vs 0.42 pounds (+12%)
- Cutting Width 0.2 vs 0.4 inches (-50%)
Tsunoda RP-200 Precision Long Nose Pliers 8 in- Item Weight 0.47 vs 0.4 pounds (+17%)
- Cutting Width 0.2 vs 0.1 inches (+100%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Knipex 70 02 160 a cutting tool or a gripping plier?
It is a diagonal cutting plier despite the generic title, part of Knipex's 70 02 wire-cutter series.
What does the 160 in the model number mean?
Knipex uses millimeter length in its model numbers, so 160 points to a 160mm, about 6.3 inch, tool.