Plato #170 has precise, reliable cutting action at an economical price. Ideal for jewelry making and repair as well as electronics assembly and repair. Disposable cutter with a thin-blade profile and light weight design is ideal for smaller hands and high volume applications. Work all day long with less fatigue.

The cutting edges that by-pass like blades on a scissor, producing a precise, shear cut. By-pass cutting action means less pressure on the component, precision cuts with less effort and longer tool life.

Assemblers love the effortless shearing action, comfort, lightweight and safety for electronics lead and wire cutting.

PlatoShear 170 Features:

• Concorde-Electronics is an Authorized Plato Distributor
• Plato’s most popular cutter
• By-pass blades cut like the blades on a scissor
• Make precision cuts with less damage to components
• Lightweight
• Ergonomic, cushioned, non-slip grip for all-day-long comfort

• Small tool head can easily access to hard-to-reach areas
• Handles automatically spring back to their original position after each use
• Non-glare black finish helps to alleviate operator fatigue

• Thin profile handle and lightweight design are ideal for smaller hands.

Suggested Applications:
• Electronic assembly
• Electronic repair
• Electronic rework
• Soldering
• Jewelry making and repair with soft wire

Plato 170 Specifications:
• Cut: Flush
• Flush cut copper wire up to 18 AWG (.04″/1mm)
• Length: 5 in.
• Head Width: 0.625″
• Jaw Length: 0.75″
• Capacity: 0.040″