The Hard Wire and Cable Cutter is rated for hardened wire, music wire, memory wire and throttle cable. It does not require any special cutting technique. This is an ideal tool for crafters who need to cut a wide variety of materials. Use our HWAC Cutter like any cutter: place the material between the jaws at the desired location and squeeze on the handles. Cutting effort is minimal due to the tools" shearing action. The cushioned Xuro-Rubber grips for comfort and Light Touch spring action returns HWAC to its open position. Large, full by-pass, hard wire shear. Shearing cut combined with high mechanical advantage make cutting iron, hardened and tempered steel wire up to 12 AWG seem effortless. Cushioned Xuro-Rubber grips and our Light Touch return spring for operator comfort. Cuts music wire up to 0.040" diameter.