2591276 Cembre KT3N CABLE CUTTER

2591276 Cembre KT3N CABLE CUTTER

Cembre KT3N professional manual ratchet cable cutter for cutting copper and aluminium cables up to 34 mm diameter.

SKU: 2591276Alt SKU: KT3NMPN: 2591276
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Why Choose the Cembre KT3N Mechanical Cable Cutter?

The Cembre KT3N (2591276) is a professional manual ratchet cable cutter designed for clean, efficient cutting of copper and aluminium cables up to a maximum diameter of 34 mm. Developed for electricians, panel builders, utility contractors and industrial maintenance engineers, it provides high cutting performance while minimising operator effort.

Manufactured by Cembre, the KT3N features a robust ratchet mechanism that progressively advances the cutting blade, allowing thick conductors to be cut with excellent precision. Its hardened cutting blades produce clean cable ends ready for termination while helping reduce conductor deformation.

Designed for professional electrical installations and industrial applications, the KT3N is suitable for stranded copper and aluminium conductors. It is not suitable for cutting steel wire, armoured cables, ACSR conductors or steel-reinforced cables.

Key Advantages

  • Professional manual ratchet cable cutter.
  • Cuts copper and aluminium cables up to Ø34 mm.
  • Progressive ratchet action reduces cutting effort.
  • Produces clean cable ends with minimal deformation.
  • One-handed operation for improved usability.
  • Heavy-duty construction for long service life.

Key Features

  • Cembre KT3N cable cutter.
  • Part Number: 2591276.
  • Manual ratchet-operated cutting mechanism.
  • Maximum cutting diameter: 34 mm.
  • Suitable for copper and aluminium conductors.
  • Compact ergonomic design.
  • Hardened precision cutting blades.
  • Designed for professional industrial use.

Reliable Cable Cutting for Professional Electrical Work

Clean cable preparation is essential for achieving high-quality electrical terminations. The Cembre KT3N delivers controlled cutting performance that helps prepare conductors quickly while minimising strand distortion and improving installation quality.

Its progressive ratchet mechanism allows professional installers to cut larger conductors with less physical effort, making it ideal for repetitive industrial installation and maintenance work.

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 2591276
Product type Manual ratchet cable cutter
Cable type Copper and aluminium conductors
Maximum cutting diameter 34 mm
Operation Manual ratchet
Overall length Approx. 260 mm
Weight Approx. 0.60 kg
Not suitable for Steel wire, armoured cables, ACSR or stainless-steel cables
HS Code 82033000
Country of Manufacture Germany

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cembre KT3N used for?

The KT3N is a manual ratchet cable cutter designed for cutting copper and aluminium electrical cables up to 34 mm in diameter.

Can it cut steel wire or armoured cable?

No. The KT3N is not designed for cutting steel wire, ACSR conductors, armoured cables or stainless-steel cables.

What is the maximum cutting capacity?

The cutter is designed for cables with a maximum outside diameter of 34 mm.

Does it use a ratchet mechanism?

Yes. The progressive ratchet mechanism reduces operator effort while providing clean, controlled cable cutting.

Where is the KT3N typically used?

It is commonly used in industrial electrical installations, panel building, switchgear assembly, cable preparation and maintenance applications.

Trusted by Electrical Professionals Worldwide

Cembre cable cutting tools are trusted worldwide by electricians, contractors and industrial engineers for delivering clean, reliable cable preparation across demanding electrical installations.

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