Working Safely At Height

The SLS, Safety Lock System, range of tools from Facom were created for use at height. They preserve the comfort, quality and level of performance you expect and eliminates the risks of accidents from falling tools, avoid losing time and improve productivity. These tools bring better and improved safety for both the worker the company as accidents can have major consequences for everyone concerned.

These high-performance End and Diagonal Cutters features bi-material grips. This, with the long lever arm, gives you excellent cutting force with minimum pressure. The cutting edges were designed to cut all types of wire cleanly.

This Facom Height Safe range includes the following cutters:
910-3177 - 192.16CPESLS, 160mm SLS Diagonal Cutting Plier
910-3183 - 190.20CPESLS, 200mm SLS Front Cutting Plier
910-3186 - 192.20CPESLS, 200mm SLS Diagonal Cutting Plier
910-3189 - 190.16CPESLS, 160mm SLS Front Cutting Plier

• Tool equipped with a Facom SLS attachment solution, preventing any risk of accidental falls
• The crimped "rotating" cable solution maintains user ergonomics
• Can cut piano wire, soft wires and modern materials (max 200 kg/mm²)
• Minimum cutting force thanks to long lever arm and offset axis
• High durability Chrome-Molybdenum-Vanadium steel, hard cutting edges 61/63 HRC
• Ergonomic grips for more comfortable grip and resistant to chemical agents
• Removable return spring
• Chromed finish
• NF ISO 5749, ISO 5749, DIN ISO 5749, ASME B107.500

SLS Height Safe Tools
To help prevent accidents that affect health and productivity Facom brings you the SLS range of tools. They can withstand twice the weight of the tool and are real world tested. The metal design can withstand extreme shocks, temperatures and other harsh working conditions.

Traceable
An individual traction test is performed on each tool upon ring assembly. An inspection certificate is issued and a unique serial number engraved on the tool. Facom can hence follow up its production to guarantee maximum safety. The unique serial number also ensures that the tool is identified and followed throughout its lifetime.

Cutters are hand tools used to cut through wires and are available in a range of shapes and sizes to suit a variety of tasks and applications. The most common type of cutter head is oval, tapered and angled. The type of cut produced depends on the bevel of the cutter. Semi-flush cutters are more durable and produce a quick cut rough rougher edges, whereas an ultra-flush bevel will produce a much cleaner cut but is susceptible to damage. These height safe cutters are commonly used in areas such as:

• Wind Turbines
• Nuclear Power Plants
• Telecoms
• Offshore Platforms

FAQs

What material is this cutter suitable with?
These cutters have cutting edges designed to cut all types of wire: piano wire, soft wires and modern materials 200 kg/mm².

What sizes of Cutters are available?
Cutters come in a variety of sizes ranging from 110mm to 280mm (overall length). If a model type comes in different lengths, the jaws will be the same length but the handles will be either shorter or longer. They are usually light in weight due to the fact they are carried around a lot but heavier types with a wide jaw and thick blades are able to cut thicker wires. These cutters come in overall lengths 160mm and 200mm.

What’s the difference between Flush Cutters and Side Cutters?
Flush cutters cut a wire level whereas side cutters or diagonal cutters cut on an angle meaning the wire edge will be cut to one side. Flush cutters also leave a smoother and more even end of the wire.

Care and maintenance
Do not force cutters to cut through material that is too hard for them as it can damage the blades by chipping or blunting them. These hand tools can be cleaned with soap and water, especially the blades, to remove dirt which could cause issues with the joints and encourage corrosion.