Jonard JIC-2288 High Leverage Diagonal Cutter, 8''

Jonard JIC-2288 High Leverage Diagonal Cutting Pliers

Chrome Vanadium Steel Diagonal Cutter for Telecom, Datacom, CATV and Electrical Technicians

The JIC-2288 is built around a mechanical advantage that sets it apart from standard diagonal cutters in the same size class. High leverage diagonal cutting pliers reposition the pivot point closer to the cutting jaw, which concentrates force at the blade and reduces the hand effort required to cut the same gauge wire. For technicians making repetitive cuts across a full workday — pulling cable through conduit, trimming leads at terminal blocks, cutting lacing cord in rack enclosures — that mechanical advantage translates directly into reduced hand fatigue and faster work pace. The 8-inch overall length provides the handle travel needed to generate meaningful leverage without the bulk of a 9- or 10-inch tool that becomes awkward in tighter access situations.

Key Benefits at a Glance:
- High leverage pivot geometry reduces hand effort on every cut — critical for high-volume repetitive cutting work
- Chrome vanadium steel construction is heat-treated to full hardness for long service life under daily field use
- Flush cut profile leaves clean, square conductor ends that seat properly in terminals and connectors
- Induction-hardened cutting edges maintain blade geometry longer than through-hardened alternatives
- Dipped plastic cushion grip absorbs cutting shock and improves handle control during extended use
- Lifetime warranty — Jonard Tools backs the JIC-2288 with a lifetime guarantee
- Compliant with ASME B107.11 and ISO 5749 — meets recognized standards for diagonal cutting pliers

Why Choose the Jonard JIC-2288?

More Force. Less Effort. All Day Long.

The engineering difference in a high leverage diagonal cutter is not visible in a spec table — it shows up at the end of a long pull day when a standard cutter would leave a technician's hand fatigued. The JIC-2288's repositioned fulcrum geometry multiplies cutting force mechanically so the blade does more of the work.

• High leverage design — pivot point positioned closer to the cutting jaw to maximize mechanical advantage and minimize required hand force
• Chrome vanadium steel body — heat-treated for maximum hardness and toughness throughout the tool body, not just at the cutting edge
• Induction-hardened cutting edges — localized surface hardening at the blade delivers cutting edge durability without making the body brittle
• Flush cut geometry — diagonal blade angle produces a clean square cut end face, reducing the need to dress conductor ends before termination
• Oval nose profile — the jaw shape allows the cutter to work in tighter access conditions than a standard blunt-nose diagonal cutter
• Cushion grip handles — dipped plastic over the handle body provides grip security and absorbs shock impulse on hard cuts
• Up to 1-inch maximum jaw opening — accommodates a practical range of wire gauges and bundled conductor work

Construction and Materials

Chrome vanadium steel is the material standard for professional-grade cutting pliers because it combines high tensile strength with the toughness needed to absorb the shock loads generated during cutting without cracking or chipping. Jonard heat-treats the JIC-2288 body to maximize these properties throughout the tool. The induction hardening process applies additional localized heat treatment specifically to the cutting edges, producing a surface hardness at the blade that extends edge life without compromising the ductility of the surrounding body material. The polished chrome finish on the body resists surface corrosion and makes the tool easy to wipe clean in field conditions.

Applications and Markets

The JIC-2288 is the appropriate diagonal cutter for technicians working in these environments:

• Telecommunications outside plant and central office installation and maintenance
• Datacom and structured cabling installation — patch panel termination, cable management, lead trimming
• CATV and broadband service installation and splicing
• Low-voltage electrical installation — security systems, fire alarm, home automation, access control
• Fiber optic enclosure work — cutting strength members, lacing cord and tie wraps
• General electrical maintenance — cutting wire leads, trimming excess conductor at lugs and terminals

Standards Compliance

• ASME B107.11 — American Society of Mechanical Engineers standard for pliers and cutting nippers
• ISO 5749 — International standard for pliers and nippers for use in electrical installations

Specifications

Part Number	JIC-2288
SPC Stock Number	054X444
Manufacturer	Jonard Tools
Tool Type	High Leverage Diagonal Cutting Pliers
Overall Length	8-1/4" (210mm)
Jaw Length	7/8"
Jaw Width	1-3/16"
Jaw Thickness	7/16"
Maximum Jaw Opening	1"
Cut Profile	Flush
Nose Shape	Oval
Body Material	Chrome Vanadium Steel, Polished
Cutting Edge	Induction-Hardened
Handle / Grip	Dipped Plastic Cushion Grip
Weight	0.64 lb (290.56g)*
Head Offset Angle	0°
Insulated	No
ESD Safe	No
Warranty	Lifetime, through Jonard Tools.
Standards	ASME B107.11, ISO 5749
UPC	811490011687