Diagonal Cutting Pliers, Pointed Nose, Extra-Narrow Jaw, 4-Inch
D259-4C - spec sheet
Warnings
- NOT insulated. Plastic-dipped or slip-on plastic handles are NOT intended for protection against electrical shock.
- Always wear approved eye protection.
Features
- Forged in the USA with custom, US-made tool steel for maximum durability
- Spring Loaded
- Diagonal Cutting Pliers with narrow jaw and hinge for delicate work in tight areas
- Spring-loaded action for self-opening
- Induction-hardened cutting knives for long life
- Hot-riveted joint ensures smooth action and no handle wobble
- Short jaws and beveled cutting edges permit close cutting of wire
- Pliers have sharp pointed nose for precise tip cutting
- Plastic-dipped handles for comfort and ease of identification
D259-4C - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Cut Style:
- Flush
- Cutting Knives:
- Flush
- Handle Color:
- Light Blue
- Handle Finish:
- Plastic-Dipped
- Handle Length:
- 2.75" (7 cm)
- Insulated:
- No
- Jaw Capacity:
- 0.844" (2.1 cm)
- Jaw Length:
- 0.524" (1.3 cm)
- Jaw Thickness:
- 0.23" (0.6 cm)
- Jaw Width:
- 0.438" (1.1 cm)
- Joint Type:
- Hot Riveted
- Nose Type:
- Pointed
- Overall Length:
- 4.26" (10.8 cm)
- Tether Capable:
- No
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Hand Tools
- Product Subgroup:
- Pliers & Cutters
- Product Type:
- Diagonal Cutting Pliers
- Product Details:
- Long Nose Diagonal Cutting Pliers
- Product Height:
- 0.2500 in
- Product Material:
- Steel
- Product Weight:
- 0.1200 lbs
- Product Width:
- 4.1250 in
- Product Depth:
- 4.2500 in
- Country Of Origin:
- United States
Klein Tools D259-4C – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can I use the Klein D259-4C cutters on live electrical work?
No. The D259-4C is not insulated. The plastic-dipped handles are for grip and identification only, not shock protection, so de-energize the circuit before cutting. If you need protection against energized conductors, use a Klein cutter from the insulated 1000V line (Klein marks those with the orange and yellow handle pattern), not this one.
2) Can the Klein D259-4C be tethered for work at height?
No. The D259-4C has no tether point and is not tether capable, so it should not be used on elevated work where a dropped-object policy applies. For aerial or scaffold work, specify a tool from Klein's tether-capable range with the dedicated attachment hole.
3) Will the Klein D259-4C cut flush, or does it leave a stub?
Flush. Both the cut style and the cutting knives are flush, and the beveled edges with short jaws let you cut tight against a surface or a terminal with no protruding tail left behind. The sharp pointed nose gets into crowded panels and enclosures for tip cutting where a blunt-nose cutter cannot reach.
4) Are these Klein 4-inch cutters spring loaded?
Yes, spring-loaded for self-opening, which matters if you are making hundreds of repetitive cuts one-handed in a panel or on a bench. Overall length is 4.26 inches with a 2.75 inch handle, and the tool weighs 0.12 pounds, so it works in a shirt pocket or a small pouch.
5) How durable are these little cutters for daily production use?
The body is steel, forged in the USA from Klein's own US-made tool steel, and the cutting knives are induction-hardened to hold an edge. The pivot is a hot-riveted joint, which is what keeps the action smooth and stops handle wobble developing after heavy use, a common failure point on cheap precision cutters.
6) How do I tell the D259-4C apart from other Klein pliers in a shared tool crib?
Handle color is the quick tell: the D259-4C has light blue plastic-dipped handles, which Klein uses on this precision line rather than the red dip found on its general-purpose pliers. Order it by MPN D259-4C.
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Does the Klein Tools D259-4C come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Klein Tools D259-4C is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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