Muzata CR12 Heavy Duty Wire Rope Cable Cutter
- 0.16 inch cutting width
- Chromium-vanadium steel cutting head
- Rubber and stainless steel handles
- Ergonomic grip, red
- 320 grams
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hand cable cutter with chromium-vanadium steel jaws for light wire and cable. The listing marks it for amateur use and does not name cable types, so check your wire first.
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ASIN: B06XCX2LL7Model: CR12Category: Cable Cutters
Overview
Squeezing the rubber-wrapped handles closes two steel blades together and shears the cable between them. The jaws are chromium-vanadium steel, the grip is shaped for the hand, and the body is red.
A hand-powered tool with tough jaws is the reason to keep one in a toolbox for occasional wiring or cable trimming. The limit is capacity, because a narrow cutting width rules out thick or hard cable.
Who it's for
Hobbyists and household users who occasionally cut cable ties, thin cable or wire will find it enough. Professionals who cut large conductors all day need a ratcheting cutter with a rated capacity.
Pros and cons
- Chromium-vanadium steel jaws
- Ergonomic rubber grip
- Stainless steel in the handle
- Lightweight enough for a toolbox
- Narrow cutting width
- Cable types not named
- Marked for amateur use
- Spring or lock not described
Performance notes
A shear cutter works by pulling two blades past each other, so the cutting width is the limit on what fits between them. Handle length multiplies hand force, and chromium-vanadium steel holds its edge better than plain steel on soft metals. Cutting beyond the stated width risks nicking the blades.
Specifications
| Brand | Muzata |
|---|---|
| Model | CR12 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 0.16 Inches |
| Item weight | 320 Grams |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Red |
| Material Type | Chromium-Vanadium Steel |
| Handle Material | Rubber, Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Amateur |
| Set Name | 1Pack |
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Frequently asked questions
Will the Muzata CR12 cut copper or aluminum cable?
The listing gives a cutting width of 0.16 inches and does not name cable metals, so check the cable diameter against that figure.
Is the Muzata CR12 a ratcheting cutter?
The listing does not describe a ratcheting action.
Is the Muzata CR12 for professional use?
The listed use is amateur.