Where to Find the Best Deals on Klauke Safety Cable Cutters in the UAE (and What to Look For)

A good cable cutter deal is not just the lowest price. The best buy is the cutter that matches your cable type and diameter, keeps the operator at a safe distance when there is any doubt about whether a cable is dead, and comes from a seller who can back it up with advice and after-sales support. At Measuremart UAE, you can compare Klauke hand-operated, electromechanical, hydraulic and remote-operated safety cutters in one place, with local delivery and support from a team that specialises in professional electrical tools and test equipment.

What makes a cable cutter a good deal?

A cable cutter is a good deal when its capacity, blade type and safety features match the work you actually do. A compact ratchet cutter is ideal for cutting dead copper and aluminium cables on an installation site. It is the wrong tool for steel-armoured cable, overhead lines with steel cores, or any situation where a cable cannot be fully proven dead. Real value comes from buying enough cutting capacity and protection for the job, without paying for a hydraulic system you don’t need.

Measuremart’s Klauke range covers that full spread. It runs from hand-operated ratchet cutters to battery-powered electromechanical cutters, hydraulic cutting heads and multi-function universal tools. At the top are the remote-operated safety cutters: the Klauke ASSG Battery Powered Hydraulic Safety Cutter and the Klauke SC 105 Cordless Hydraulic Safety Cutting Tool.

The features that matter most

The right cutter depends on what you cut. Before comparing prices, list the cables you work with: conductor material, armouring, outer diameter, and whether there is any chance the cable is energised.

Look closely at these features:

• Maximum cutting diameter: Always choose a cutter rated above the largest cable you’ll cut. Forcing a cable into an undersized tool damages the blades and leaves a poor cut.

• Blade type (Cu/Al vs. steel): Blades for copper and aluminium are shaped to shear soft conductors cleanly. Steel-armoured cables, ACSR and steel wire need cutters specifically designed for them. Using a Cu/Al cutter on steel can ruin the blades.

• Remote operation: For cables that cannot be proven dead, a safety cutter operated from a distance keeps the operator well away from the cutting point. The Klauke ASSG uses a 10 m safety hydraulic hose. The Klauke SC 105 is cordless and can only be operated by remote control, with a range of up to 50 m.

• Voltage suitability for live cutting: Only cutters specifically designed and rated for live cable cutting should ever be used where a cable may be energised. Check the rated voltage and permitted cable types in the specification.

• Certification: Look for safety cutters tested to recognised standards. The SC 105 is tested and certified to GS-ET-23 by the VDE Testing and Certification Institute.

• Cut detection: End-position detection confirms the blade has fully closed, so the operator knows the cut is complete before approaching the cable.

• Non-conductive hydraulic oil and insulated hose: These are key safety features on hose-connected cutters intended for use near potentially live cables.

• Drive type: Manual ratchet cutters are light and need no battery. Electromechanical cutters cut faster with less effort. Hydraulic cutters deliver the force needed for large-diameter and armoured cables.

• Ratchet mechanism: Spreads the cutting effort over several strokes, making large cables manageable by hand.

• Battery platform: Klauke’s battery tools run on 18 V Li-Ion batteries, so teams that already own Klauke crimpers can often use the same batteries and chargers.

• Rotating head: A 360° rotating head or connection makes it easier to position the cutter in trenches, cable trays and tight panels.

• Quick stop and controlled release: Lets the operator halt the cut instantly and reopen the blades safely.

Match the cutter to the job

Buying the wrong cutter usually happens when shoppers start with price instead of the cable. Here is a practical way to choose:

A dedicated safety cutter is worth considering if your team works on existing networks, substations, or underground cables where records may be incomplete. Many utilities keep both: a standard cutter for new installation work and a remote safety cutter such as the ASSG or SC 105 for any cable whose status is uncertain.

Popular Klauke cutters at Measuremart UAE

Here are some options across budgets. Prices are shown in AED and may change, so check the product page for the latest price and stock.

Hand-operated cutters

• Klauke K 106/1 Hand-Operated Ratchet Cutter – for aluminium and copper cables up to 34 mm diameter

• Klauke K104/1 Hand-Operated Cable Cutter – for aluminium and copper cables up to 100 mm diameter 

Battery-powered electromechanical cutters

• Klauke EMS55CU Electromechanical Ratchet Cutter – fast cutting of copper and aluminium cables up to 50 mm diameter 

• Klauke EMS55ST Electromechanical Ratchet Cutter – for overhead lines and armoured cables up to 45 mm diameter 

Hydraulic and remote-controlled cutters

• Klauke ES20RMC Battery-Powered Hydraulic Cutting Tool – compact remote-controlled cutter for hard-to-reach areas 

• Klauke SDG105 Hydraulic Cutting Head – for armoured copper and aluminium cables up to 105 mm 

Safety cutters for cables that may be live

• Klauke ASSG135L Battery Powered Hydraulic Safety Cutter – for single-core live cables without steel armouring up to 135 mm diameter and 110 kV / 60 Hz. It is operated remotely via a 10 m safety hydraulic hose, uses non-conductive oil, has a quick motor stop, and comes with two 18 V 5 Ah batteries (price on request)

• Klauke SC 105 Cordless Hydraulic Safety Cutting Tool – for copper and aluminium cables up to 105 mm diameter, including lightly steel-armoured cables. It is rated for safety cuts up to 110 kV on single-core or 60 kV on multi-phase cables, and works by remote control only, from up to 50 m. Other features include 120 kN cutting force, distance measurement, patented end-position detection for complete cuts, and GS-ET-23 certification. It is available as the SC105M (Makita battery) or SC105B (Bosch battery) (price on request)

Multi-function tools

• Klauke EBS12ML Battery-Powered Hydraulic Bolt Cutter – for cable trays, bolts and medium-hard steel wire

• Klauke EKM60UNV Battery-Powered Hydraulic Universal Tool – crimping, cutting and punching with one head 

• Klauke EK120UNV Battery-Powered Hydraulic Universal Tool – higher-force universal tool for crimping, cutting and punching 

Useful add-ons

• Klauke K43/2 Automatic Wire Stripper – 0.02–10 mm² 

• Klauke K432U Automatic Wire Stripper – 4–16 mm² 

• Klauke KL303IS VDE Pliers Set, 3-Piece – insulated pliers for electrical work

• Klauke KL3041S VDE Pliers Set, 4-Piece 

Why buy from Measuremart UAE?

• Specialist expertise: Measuremart was founded by a team with deep experience in electrical test and measurement, so you get advice from people who understand cable work and safety.

• Genuine Klauke tools: A curated range from an established manufacturer rather than unverified listings.

• Complete cable termination range: Cutters, crimping tools, strippers, cable lugs and VDE hand tools from one supplier.

• Rental options: Need a specialist cutter for a short project? Explore the Rental Service.

• Trade accounts: Contractors, utilities and companies can apply as Trade Customers.

• Regular promotions: Check the Special Offers page for current deals.

• Flexible payment and delivery: Pay with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, or Apple Pay, with delivery across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.

• Clear policies: Read the Shipping and Warranty Policy before you buy.

A simple checklist before you buy

1. Define your highest-risk job first. If any cable you cut might be energised, a remote safety cutter such as the ASSG or SC 105 matters far more than saving on a cheaper tool.

2. Confirm the cable type and maximum diameter. Check conductor material, armouring, number of cores and outside diameter against the cutter’s specification sheet.

3. Match the blade to the material. Use Cu/Al cutters for copper and aluminium, and steel-rated cutters for armoured cable, overhead lines and steel wire.

4. Choose the right drive. Hand-operated for occasional use, electromechanical for speed and volume, hydraulic for large and armoured cables.

5. Check what is included. Batteries, chargers, hoses, remote controls, cases and spare blades all affect the real value of the deal.

6. Plan for maintenance. Blades, hydraulic oil and hoses need regular inspection and servicing, especially on safety cutters.

7. Ask an expert if you’re unsure. Measuremart’s team can help match the right Klauke cutter to your cables and site conditions.

How to spot real value during cable cutter sales

Discounts are useful, but judge them against capacity and safety. A heavily discounted cutter may still be poor value if it can’t handle your largest cable, has the wrong blades for armoured cable, or forces your team to work closer to a potentially live conductor than they should.

Think in three tiers:

• Hand-operated cutters are best for installation work on dead copper and aluminium cables.

• Battery electromechanical and hydraulic cutters are the sweet spot for contractors and maintenance teams cutting larger or armoured cables every day.

• Remote-operated safety cutters, like the Klauke ASSG and Klauke SC 105, make sense for utilities, substations and network operators. In that work, a cable’s identity or status can’t always be guaranteed, and the cost of an incident is severe.

Safety comes before savings

A cable cutter is a cutting tool, but on electrical networks it is also part of your safety system. Before cutting with a standard cutter, always identify the cable, isolate it, and prove it dead. If there is any doubt about whether a cable is live, use a cutter specifically designed for live cutting, such as the ASSG or SC 105. Operate it remotely from a safe distance, and follow your organisation’s safe system of work and the manufacturer’s instructions.

Never use a standard hand or battery cutter on a cable that hasn’t been proven dead. Do not exceed the cutter’s rated diameter or voltage, never use Cu/Al blades on steel, and inspect hoses, blades and housings before each use. Work on high-voltage networks, substations, or anything you are not trained and authorised to handle should only be done by qualified, authorised personnel.

Final takeaway

The best cable cutter deal is the one that fits your cables, protects your operators properly, and comes from a supplier you can rely on. Start with the cable type and size, insist on clear specifications, and treat remote operation, certification, blade suitability, and after-sales support as part of the value, not optional extras.

Browse the full Klauke collection at Measuremart today, or talk to the team for expert advice: call or WhatsApp +971 55 984 6460 or email sales@measure-mart.com.