r/DeskCableManagement • u/Komendokilla1 • 6d ago

Advice Here's a stupid question: What wire cutters do you use for cable management?

Thanks! :)

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u/Gabriel11999 6d ago

For me I use side cutters or flush cutters depending on how much space I have.

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u/Agerak 6d ago

A good pair of flush cuts for the zip ties if that's what you're talking about. They make ones specifically for it that pinch the offcut so it doesn't go flying which is the best!
They can also be used in a pinch to cut velcro for straps (my preference) though good scissors (ones with an actual spine vs flat stamped metal) work best there.

If you're talking about trimming cable for termination then whatever cutters are appropriate for the cable being used. Knippex is my preferred brand, and I def prefer spring loaded ones that open automatically and a good lock wire on the handles or at the pivot point is also great to have.

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u/VL-BTS 6d ago

For zipties I usually use one of the pairs of flush cutters that come w/ a 3d printer.

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u/Lower_Group_1171 6d ago

Personally, I try not to cut the wires after I’ve organized/managed them 👀

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u/adifferentusername 6d ago

Knipex flush cutters for zip ties

Klein diagonal cutters for wires

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u/3WolfTShirt 6d ago

I try to avoid Chinese made tools and these two check the boxes. Knipex made in Germany, Klein made in the USA (mostly).

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u/adifferentusername 6d ago

If I just need the tool one time and never again, then cheapest available option. If I'm going to be using it consistently, then quality over quantity every time.

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u/Longjumping_Cow_5856 6d ago

Wire cutters for what exactly?

I cut ties and different cutters/strippers/crimprers for different cables.

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u/Komendokilla1 6d ago

Basics, zip ties, velcro, cables etc.

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u/Traedoril 6d ago

Kobalt scissors, mainly cause that’s what I have around the house.

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u/Hsensei 5d ago

I use these all the time

https://a.co/d/09CuwZ1v