Klein Tools D295-4C Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Electronics, Tapered Nose, Mini Jaw, 4-Inch

No. The D295-4C is not insulated, and Klein states plainly that the plastic-dipped handles are not intended for protection against electrical shock. They are there for grip and quick identification only. If you need to work energized, you need a VDE/1000V insulated cutter instead. Approved eye protection is called for whenever you cut with these, since flush-cut offcuts fly.

Flush. Both the cut style and the cutting knives are specified flush, and the short jaws with beveled cutting edges let you get right down against the board or terminal. That is what you want for trimming component leads, zip tie tails and small conductors where a protruding stub would short or snag.

Yes, the D295-4C is spring loaded and self-opening, which matters when you are making hundreds of trims in a row on a panel build or a control cabinet. The joint is hot riveted, so the handles run smooth with no side wobble, and the cutting knives are induction hardened for edge life.

No. The D295-4C is not tether capable, so it has no attachment point for a lanyard. For elevated or aerial work where tool drop prevention is required, pick a Klein tool listed as tether capable rather than improvising a tie-off on this one.

Yes. These electronics diagonal cutters are made in the USA with custom US-made tool steel, and the tool is steel throughout. That is a common requirement on government and institutional tool purchases, so it is worth noting on a bid sheet.