Cutting & Swaging Tools FAQs

• What is the right cutting tool for marine applications?
• What is the right tool for cutting steel strapping and banding?
• Can Lexco’s line of Hand and Bench style Swaging Tools swage any size cable?

 

What is the right cutting tool for marine applications?
Felco’s C-108 and C-112 are ideal for marine applications. They are especially suited for quick easy cutting of shrouds, stays, halyards, and other rigging of high-tensile wire rope or cable up to 5/16” diameter. These tools are inexpensive insurance for that rare time when a mast breaks. Additionally Felco’s C-9 works well under water. All parts are protected against rust and salt water.

 

What is the right tool for cutting steel strapping and banding?
Felco’s CP is indispensable for cutting steel strapping and banding. They are also especially well-suited to cut string, twine, rope, tin, and many other materials with ease. The red plastic-coated handle is fitted to the hand to make cutting comfortable. A thumb catch locks the cutter when not in use.

 

Can Lexco’s line of Hand and Bench style Swaging Tools swage any size cable?
No, unfortunately some cable diameters cannot be perfectly swaged with hand and bench swaging tools.  A press is required to swage cable diameters other than those listed here-- 3/64," 1/16," 3/32," 1/8," 5/32," 3/16," or ¼."  Lexco has inhouse capability to press up to a 5/8" diameter.