Ascend Tools 5-1/2 inch Carbon Steel Shears - Kevlar, Dyneema, Vectran, Spectra, Technora, Nomex, Innegra, Dacron, Fiberglass, Carbon Fiber, Breathers Fiber Cable

APPLICATIONS: Specially designed to cut Kevlar, Dyneema, Spectra, Vectran, Dacron, Nomex, Technora, Zylon, Innegra, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, and other high-tensile strength materials for precise, clean and numerous cuts SUPERIOR QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Blades are made from high carbon alloy steel from Japan and infused with Molybdenum and Vanadium to achieve a HRC 60-62 level of hardness. Cutting edge hardness HV1200. One blade is micro-serrated blade for maximum hold on the material to ensure a clean and precise cut. Extended tang for efficient force transfer PERFORMANCE: These shears have been tested for thousands of cuts on Vectran and Dyneema ropes on 1/8” (3 mm) and 1/2” (12.7mm). The quality of cut at end of life is still quite good PORTABILITY: The shears is small in size (overall length 5.5 inch / 139 mm, blade length 1-5/8 inch / 42 mm) and light weight (0.37 lbs / 167.8 grams). It comes with a nylon holster with belt loop. The small and compact design is ideal for storage and for carrying in tool boxes as technicians work in the field or move between job sites SAFETY AND COMFORT: Ergonomically designed handles made from TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) for a non-slip and comfortable grip, reducing hand fatigue and strain during repetitive use. The handles are ambidextrous MARKET SEGMENTS: Aviation, Avionics, Automotive, Electrical, Fiber Optics, Marine, Alarm & Security, Sports, Ropes / Netting, Parachute Manufacturing, Medical Device Manufacturing, and Military. Ideal for applications in fiber optic cable assembly, splicing, termination, and repair; making it a must-have tool for telecommunications and IT professionals. Also favored in boat rigging. A popular pair in parachute industry for cutting / trimming Zylon lines. It has also been used to cut / repair Dyneema lines in fishing