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The Klein Tools 1202S Straight-Cut Aviation Snips are professional-grade hand tools designed for cutting and trimming sheet metal with maximum efficiency. Featuring a convenient self-opening latch for true one-handed operation and integrated wire cutters capable of handling up to 18-gauge steel wire, these snips are engineered to deliver precise straight cuts with half the effort of conventional models.
The serrated blades are constructed from forged, heat-treated steel and finished with a sandblast and oil rub, ensuring long-lasting durability and edge retention. The yellow color-coded, contoured plastic grips cover hardened steel handles, instantly identifying these snips for straight and wide-curve cutting applications while providing an ergonomic, ambidextrous hold.
Key Features
- High Capacity Cutting: Cuts standard cold-rolled steel up to 18-gauge and stainless steel up to 22-gauge.
- Integrated Wire Cutter: Features a dedicated cutting notch for steel wire up to 18-gauge.
- Forged Steel Blades: Serrated straight blades provide a secure grip on the metal, preventing material slippage and ensuring clean cuts.
- Ergonomic Operation: Yellow color-coded handles indicate straight-cut application; contoured plastic grips provide superior comfort during repetitive tasks.
- Self-Opening Spring Action: Allows fast, easy material feed with a secure latch that keeps jaws locked closed when not in use.
- Industry Standard: Built to conform to the strict ASME B107.16M performance standard.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer Model | 1202S |
|---|---|
| Tool Type | Aviation Snips |
| Cutting Pattern | Straight / Wide Curves |
| Sheet Metal Capacity | 18-Gauge Steel, 22-Gauge Stainless Steel |
| Wire Cutting Capacity | 18-Gauge Steel |
| Cutting Length | 1.5 in. (3.8 cm) |
| Overall Length | 10.063 in. (25.6 cm) |
| Blade Material | Forged Steel (Serrated Edge, Blunt Tip) |
| Handle Material | Contoured Plastic over Hardened Steel |
| Handle Color Code | Yellow |
| Tool Weight | 14.4 oz (408 g) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the yellow handle color indicate on aviation snips?
The yellow color-coding on the handles indicates that the snips are designed specifically for straight cuts and wide curves. In standard aviation snips, red typically denotes left-cutting, and green denotes right-cutting tools.
Can the Klein Tools 1202S snips cut through stainless steel?
Yes, the heat-treated forged steel blades are capable of cutting stainless steel up to 22-gauge, as well as standard steel up to 18-gauge.