The IDEAL Insulated Cable Cutter features a drop-forged, high carbon steel construction. The precision-ground, hardened cutting edges provide accurate cuts without cable distortion. This tool is designed for maximum leverage with less effort, and can cut 2/0 copper and 4/0 aluminum cables. It meets ASTM F1505-01, IEC 60 900 standards and OSHA requirements for insulated tools (29 CFR 1910). Cutter is UL listed and 1000 Volt certified (1000V AC, 1500V DC).