IRWIN Standard Diagonal Pliers with Spring
- Cutting Width: 8 inches
- Material Type: Nickel Chromium Steel
- Grip Type: Ergonomic
- Handle Material: Alloy Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light, spring-loaded diagonal cutter built to speed up repetitive wire cutting rather than tackle heavy-gauge work.
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ASIN: B000A0OW1SModel: 2078308Category: Pliers
Overview
This Irwin diagonal cutting plier has a built-in spring and an alloy steel handle, weighing 4.96 ounces. The spring pushes the jaws back open after each cut instead of leaving that to your hand.
The name says most of it: standard diagonal cutters with a spring added, alloy steel handle, under 5 ounces total.
- Spring loaded diagonal cutters
- Alloy steel handle
- 4.96 ounce weight
Who it's for
Electrical work, wiring, or crafting where you are making many small cuts in a row and want the jaws to reopen on their own. Not the choice for cutting thick or hardened wire that calls for a heavier, longer-handled cutter.
Pros and cons
- Spring loaded jaws speed repeat cuts
- Light under 5 ounce weight
- Alloy steel handle
- No blade length or wire gauge listed
- Light build may not suit heavy cable
Performance notes
The spring reopens the jaws after every cut, so your hand only has to close them, which speeds up repetitive work compared to a plier you have to reopen manually each time. The alloy steel handle keeps total weight under 5 ounces, easing fatigue over a long session.
Specifications
| Brand | Irwin |
|---|---|
| Model | 2078308 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 8 incheshigher than 84% of 198 pliers |
| Item Weight | 0.31 poundslower than 73% of 253 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 10.3 × 11.2 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Nickel Chromium Steel |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Nichel Chromium Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Unit^Instruction Guide |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Cutting |
| Item Type Name | 8" DIAGONAL Cut PLIERS |
| Set Name | Single Pliers |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the spring do?
It automatically reopens the jaws after each cut.
What is the handle made of?
Alloy steel.
How much does it weigh?
4.96 ounces.