Why Choose the Cembre KT5 Mechanical Cable Cutter?
The Cembre KT5 (2591279) is a compact, professional manual mechanical cable cutter designed for the clean and efficient cutting of copper and aluminium conductors. Developed for electricians, panel builders, maintenance engineers and OEM machine builders, it delivers precise cutting performance while remaining lightweight and easy to handle.
Part of the trusted Cembre KT Series, the KT5 features precision cutting blades that produce clean cable ends, helping improve cable preparation before crimping or termination. Its compact construction allows comfortable use in confined control panels and electrical enclosures while providing excellent durability for everyday professional use.
Suitable for cutting copper and aluminium conductors up to 25 mm², the KT5 is ideal for electrical installations, control panel assembly, switchgear manufacture and industrial maintenance. It is not intended for cutting steel wire, armoured cables or braided steel conductors.
Key Advantages
Professional manual cable cutter for copper and aluminium conductors.
Reliable Cable Preparation for Professional Electrical Work
Accurate cable preparation is essential for producing reliable electrical terminations. The Cembre KT5 provides clean, controlled cuts that help reduce conductor distortion and simplify the installation of cable lugs, ferrules and terminals.
Its lightweight design and precision cutting action make the KT5 an excellent tool for everyday electrical installation, maintenance work and control panel manufacture where portability and cutting accuracy are equally important.
Typical Applications
Industrial electrical installations.
Control panel manufacture.
Switchgear assembly.
Machine building.
Electrical maintenance.
Copper and aluminium cable preparation.
Technical Specifications
Series
KT Series
Part Number
2591279
Product type
Mechanical cable cutter
Operation
Manual
Suitable conductor material
Copper and aluminium
Maximum conductor size
25 mm²
Overall length
Approx. 170 mm
Maximum aperture
6 mm
Weight
Approx. 0.108 kg
Not suitable for
Steel wire, steel braided or armoured cables
HS Code
82033000
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cembre KT5 used for?
The KT5 is a manual cable cutter designed for cutting copper and aluminium electrical conductors up to 25 mm².
Can it cut armoured or steel cables?
No. The KT5 is intended for copper and aluminium conductors and should not be used on steel wire, braided steel or armoured cables.
What is its maximum cutting capacity?
The KT5 is suitable for copper and aluminium conductors with cross-sections up to 25 mm².
Is it suitable for professional use?
Yes. The KT5 is designed for electricians, industrial maintenance engineers, OEM manufacturers and panel builders.
Where is the KT5 typically used?
It is widely used for cable preparation in industrial electrical installations, switchgear assembly, control panels and machinery wiring.
Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide
Cembre KT Series cable cutters are trusted worldwide by electricians and industrial engineers for delivering clean, accurate cable preparation across demanding electrical installation projects.
Series
KT Series
Part Number
2591279
Product type
Mechanical cable cutter
Operation
Manual
Suitable conductor material
Copper and aluminium
Maximum conductor size
25 mm²
Overall length
Approx. 170 mm
Maximum aperture
6 mm
Weight
Approx. 0.108 kg
Not suitable for
Steel wire, steel braided or armoured cables
HS Code
82033000
Country of Manufacture
Italy
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Delivery
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Standard delivery: 2–3 working days
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Returns
If you need to return an item, please contact our sales team within 30 days of receipt. Items must be returned unused in their original packaging.
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Same day dispatches
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Customers supported
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