Insulated Cable Cutters | Jointers Tool for Cutting Power & Waveform Cables

Insulated Cable Cutters | Jointers Tool for Cutting Power Cables
Insulated Cable Cutters
Approved & Used by National Grid UK | UK DNO Approvals UKPN & Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN)
Kit Includes Tool & Case & Head Shroud | Excludes Battery (Dewalt Platform) & Charger
The Klauke ES32SISML-WSH is a battery powered cable cutting tool with a maximum cutting range of 32mm suitable for use with copper and aluminium conductors up to 300sqmm. The Klauke ES32SISML insulated cable cutter has a slim cutting head for Jointers working in substations, switchgear and trenches with confined spaces – this insulated tool provides advanced worker and electrical protection to utility contractors working live in the vicinity of energised Mains and Service cables up to 1000V.
The cable cutting tool is typically used by UK DNO’s and their ICP Contractors to core cut 185sqmm, 240sqmm and 300sqmm BS7870 Waveform 600/1000V cables.
Klauke cutting tools are compatible with 10.8V DeWalt Li-Ion Batteries and are fully insulated to the electrical requirements of IEC 60900.
➡ Thorne & Derrick also provide a range of Battery Operated Cable Crimping Tools please contact us for further information.
KLAUKE Es32sisml-wsh
Hydraulic Insulated Cable cutting tool
This new compact and lightweight insulated cable cutting tool is specifically designed for optimal performance in confined spaces.
Designed specifically for LV Cable Jointers, the ES32SIS-WSH features a shortened blade profile, minimizing the risk of accidental contact with an adjacent phase during cable cutting and jointing operations. The redesigned blade pivot point ensures maximum cutting leverage, allowing for the efficient cutting of single-core stranded copper and solid aluminium cables up to 300sqmm.
Ergonomic To Reduce RSI
The insulated cable cutter tool is engineered to overcome Health & Safety incidents related to arthritis and repetitive strain injuries often associated with the continuous field use of manual ratchet cable cutters by Jointers – the insulated cable tool provides advanced worker protection against electric shock and repetitive strain injury when conducting intensive cutting of cables.

Klauke ES32SISML-WSH
ES32SISML-WSH Insulated Cable Cutter
Tool Features & Benefits
- Battery system: 10.8V DeWalt Li-Ion Batteries
- Compact and lightweight insulated cable cutter
- Open cable cutting head rotates infinitely
- Environmentally-friendly hydraulic oil, biodegradable
- Ergonomic 2-component housing with soft grips for comfortable and safe, one hand operation
- Faster cable cutting time than ratchet type cutters
- Optimal centre of gravity
- More cost effective model due to slightly reduced functionality
- Length with battery is 15” (38cm)
- Battery – note Makita type are not compatible with this Tool
VIDEO: Live-Working or Potentially Live Working?
Test Cut in the below video the Klauke ES32 glides through a 400sqmm BS5467 stranded copper conductor.

Klauke ES32SISML-WSH Insulated Battery Hydraulic Cutting Tool
ES32SISML Tool TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Cutting Tool Name | ES32SISML-WSH |
Cutting Head Type | Open Scissor |
Cutting Tool Range | 32mm Diameter Cables |
Cutting Tool Force | 20kN |
Battery voltage | 10.8V |
Battery Length | 15″ (38cm) |
Cable types | Up to 300mm² Cu, AI cores |
Weight incl. battery | 2.1kg |
Klauke Orange Cutting & Crimping TOOLS
The Klauke Orange battery hydraulic Cutting and Crimping Tools are VDE Approved in accordance to IEC 60900 and fully VDE Certified to IEC 62841-1. Offering increased safety this range is the world’s first battery operated cable cutting and crimping tools with Tri-Insulation barrier technology. See the full Klauke Orange range in the video below.
➡ View | Complete range of Insulated Tools for LV Jointers Live Line Working up to 1000V AC.
The new Orange Line Tool uses a 3 level or tri-insulation system – the 3 level includes creepage distance, insulation material and oil within the system.
- Creepage distance: This clever design ensures a minimum distance of 12.5 mm between non-insulated parts.
- PA6 insulation: Plastic with high-performance insulation properties
- Dielectric oil: Hydraulic oil with high dielectric insulating capacity
Tri Insulated Barriers on Klauke Insulated Cable Cutters & Crimping Tools

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