Bud thats nothing. Im using nail clippers@Silver Be grateful for what you have,this is what I use
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Bud thats nothing. Im using nail clippers@Silver Be grateful for what you have,this is what I use
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Interesting question@Silver as I'm in the market for a good wire cutter and while the low price ones tend to dull after a bit i wonder if an expensive set is worth the investment or should I just replace the cheap one every six months or so.
@Silver ,a good array of cutters by @johan listing price points and quality was quite helpful.Thanks @kev mac , you make a good point
If the more expensive sets are say 5 times the price, it may make sense to buy a cheaper set 5 times
However, if I am going to go for a more expensive set then it must also perform better and be easier to use. Not that its hard to use my Plato set, i would be fine continuing with it - but i thought maybe there is something considerably better that I just dont know about.
@Alex nice informative videos, one caveat though - most of them are excellent for electronic work cutting "softer" component leads manufactured from tinned copper (as @blujeenz rightly so mentioned in this thread). The Knipex as well as Xuron brands do have all round cutters that can even be used on piano wire which is made of very hard materials. I will not dare to use my expensive Lindstrom cutters on Kanthal etc. Double check for what purpose the cutters are made for, as well as authenticity before you purchase - if the price is too good it is fake.
Agree, I also have a pair of scissors from the Dischem nail section and they rock. In terms of investment, when these get dull, I am searching for someone who can supply small surgical scissors.Having the best wire cutters & scissors for trimming the wicks is a good investment for those who rebuild.
Doesn't have to be expensive but getting something that works very well is worth a lot in avoiding lots of hassle.
For example, my best scissors is STILL my el cheapo Dischem R15 scissors (that's what they cost when I got them) - they cut so well and are comfortable to use - not too small that you need to have midget hands to use and not too big so they dont fit in your toolbox.
I suspect those are fake Plato cutters @Silver. As you know, being in the electronic industry for decades, the best side cutters are as follows (priorotized and originals):
1. Lindstrom (models 7190 +/-$59.95 and 8140 +/-$38)
2. Knipex - +/-$41.68 (ideal for any type of vaping wire)
3. Hakko (CHP-170) - +/-$4.37
4. Xuron - +/-$8.55 (good enough for any type of vaping wire)
5. Excelite - +/-$7.10
6.Plato - +/-$7.50
PS: a lot of fakes of the aforementioned available on ebay etc., buy from the the manufacturers instead and/or approved retailers/agents. If you pay less than above prices, it is surely fakes.