With its long 36 in. handles and big 3-3/8 in. blade opening, these rugged cutters definitely command respect. They re built to make clean cuts through even the thickest 1800 pair 24 AWG or 2700 pair 26 AWG lead or polyethylene-jacketed cable. Maximum cutting capacity is 3 3/8 in. (85mm) diameter. P/N 66250 Texas Cutter. Weight: 9 lbs. (4kgs). Warning: Never use this tool to cut electrically live wire, steel or steel reinforced cable. Severe injury may result.