Hand tools, cutting tools and tools for cutting wire

Abstract

This invention relates to a hand tool, a cutting tool, and a tool for cutting wire. The tool includes a first member having a first handle and a first jaw body, and a second member having a second handle and a second jaw body. The first jaw body includes a first inner blade and a first protrusion. The second jaw body includes a second inner blade and a second protrusion. The second protrusion, together with the second jaw body, defines a groove. The second member is pivotally coupled to the first member such that the first and second members move relative to each other between an open position and a closed position. When in the open position, the first protrusion abuts against the second jaw body, and the groove defines an opening configured to receive a workpiece. When in the closed position, the first protrusion overlaps with the groove to cut the workpiece.

Description

[0001] Cross-referencing of related patent applications

[0002] This application claims the benefits and priority of U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 647,413, filed May 14, 2024, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 569,508, filed March 25, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This invention relates generally to the field of hand tools. More specifically, it relates to stripping tools designed to facilitate the stripping of sheaths from wires and cables, such as metallic and / or non-metallic cables. Background Technology

[0004] Traditional hand tools for wire and cable stripping are typically designed to cut or strip one type of cable or sheath (e.g., metallic cable, non-metallic cable, etc.) and / or one size of cable or sheath (e.g., 10 AWG cable with two or three conductors and a ground wire, etc.). This configuration can increase the number of tools a user needs to complete wire and cable stripping tasks. These issues need to be addressed. Utility Model Content

[0005] One embodiment of the present invention relates to a hand tool having a first component and a second component. The first component includes a first handle and a first jaw body coupled to the first handle. The first jaw body includes: a first tip; a first inner blade having a first linear portion extending at a first angle away from the first jaw body; a plurality of first grooves positioned along the first jaw body between the first tip and the first inner blade; and a first protrusion coupled to the first jaw body and extending away from the first inner blade. The second component includes a second handle and a second jaw body coupled to the second handle. The second jaw body includes: a second tip; a second inner blade having a second linear portion extending at a second angle away from the second jaw body; a plurality of second grooves positioned along the second jaw body between the second tip and the second inner blade; and a second protrusion coupled to a side of the second jaw body opposite to the second inner blade and the plurality of second grooves. The second protrusion extends away from the side of the second jaw body and defines a groove. A longitudinal axis is defined between the first jaw body, the first handle, the second jaw body, and the second handle. The second member is pivotally connected to the first member such that the first and second members are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis between an open position and a closed position. The pivot axis is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. In the open position, a first linear portion of the first inner blade and a second linear portion of the second inner blade define a jaw opening configured to receive a workpiece. In the open position, a first protrusion abuts against the second jaw body, and a groove defines a shearing opening configured to receive a workpiece. In the closed position, the first protrusion overlaps with the groove.

[0006] Another embodiment of the present invention relates to a cutting tool having a first member and a second member. The first member includes a first handle and a first jaw body coupled to the first handle. The first jaw body includes: a first side portion having a first blade; a second side portion opposite to the first side portion; and a first protrusion coupled to and extending away from the first side portion. The first protrusion includes a protruding cutting edge. The second member includes a second handle and a second jaw body coupled to the second handle. The second jaw body includes: a third side portion having a second blade, the third side portion facing the first side portion of the first jaw body; a fourth side portion opposite to the third side portion; a second protrusion coupled to and extending away from the fourth side portion; and a groove defined between the second protrusion and the fourth side portion. The groove defines an inner surface having a groove cutting edge. The second member is pivotally coupled to the first member such that the first member and the second member are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis between an open position and a closed position. When in the open position, the first protrusion abuts against the second jaw body, and the groove defines an opening configured to receive a workpiece. When in the closed position, the first protrusion overlaps with the groove, such that the cutting edge of the protrusion and the cutting edge of the groove are configured to cut the workpiece positioned within the groove.

[0007] Another embodiment of the present invention relates to a tool for cutting wire. The tool includes a first component and a second component. The first component includes a first handle and a first jaw body coupled to the first handle. The first jaw body includes a first side portion and a second side portion opposite to the first side portion. The first side portion includes a first tip, a first inner blade having a first linear portion, and a plurality of first grooves positioned between the first tip portion and the first inner blade. A first protrusion is coupled to the first side portion adjacent to the first inner blade and extends away from the first inner blade. The first protrusion includes a first cutting edge. The second component is pivotally coupled to the first component about a pivot axis. The second component includes a second handle and a second jaw body coupled to the second handle. The second jaw body includes a third side portion facing the first side portion and a fourth side portion opposite to the third side portion. The third side portion includes a second tip portion, a second inner blade having a second linear portion, and a plurality of second grooves positioned between the second tip portion and the second inner blade. The second protrusion is coupled to the fourth side portion and extends away from the fourth side portion. A groove is defined between the second protrusion portion and the fourth side portion. The groove defines an inner surface having a second cutting edge. The first and second components are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis between an open position and a closed position. When in the open position, a first linear portion of the first inner blade and a second linear portion of the second inner blade define an opening configured to receive a workpiece.

[0008] Additional features and advantages will be set forth in the following detailed description and will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art from the description or will be recognized by practice of the embodiments as described in the written description and / or shown in the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary.

[0009] The accompanying drawings are included to provide further understanding and are incorporated in and form part of the application. The drawings illustrate one or more embodiments and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles and operation of the various embodiments. Additionally, alternative exemplary embodiments relate to other features and combinations of features as generally set forth in the claims. Attached Figure Description

[0010] This application will be more fully understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which the same reference numerals refer to the same elements:

[0011] Figure 1 This is a side view of a manual tool according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0012] Figure 2 It is in the open position according to the exemplary embodiment. Figure 1 Side view of the first jaw body and the second jaw body of the hand tool;

[0013] Figure 3 It is in the open position according to the exemplary embodiment. Figure 1 Side view of the first jaw body and the second jaw body of the hand tool;

[0014] Figure 4 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 1 A detailed view of a portion of the first jaw body of a hand tool;

[0015] Figure 5 It depends on the use Figure 1 An exemplary method for removing cable sheaths using manual tools is in use. Figure 1 A side view of a manual tool, wherein a non-metallic cable is positioned between the first jaw body and the second jaw body;

[0016] Figure 6 It depends on the use Figure 1 An exemplary method for removing cable sheaths using manual tools. Figure 5 Non-metallic cables, the non-metallic cables having from the cable sheath in the cable sheath. Figure 1 The cut of a hand tool;

[0017] Figure 7 It depends on the use Figure 1 An exemplary method for removing cable sheaths using manual tools. Figure 6 The non-metallic cable, in which the cable sheath was pulled down;

[0018] Figure 8 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 1 Side view of the manual tools;

[0019] Figure 9 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 1 Detailed view of the first protrusion of the manual tool;

[0020] Figure 10 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 1 Side view of the manual tools;

[0021] Figure 11 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 1 Detailed view of the second protrusion and groove of the manual tool;

[0022] Figure 12 It depends on the use Figure 1 A view of a metal cable in which an exemplary method of removing the cable sheath using manual tools is employed, the metal cable being bent to form an opening in the cable sheath;

[0023] Figure 13 It depends on the use Figure 1 An exemplary method for removing cable sheaths using manual tools is in use. Figure 1 A side view of the manual tools, in which Figure 12 The metal cables are positioned inside the groove;

[0024] Figure 14 It depends on the use Figure 1 An exemplary method for removing cable sheaths using manual tools. Figure 13 Metal cables, the metal cables having from the cable sheath Figure 1 The cut of a hand tool;

[0025] Figure 15 It depends on the use Figure 1 An exemplary method for removing cable sheaths using manual tools, where the cable is straightened. Figure 14 Metal cables;

[0026] Figure 16 It depends on the use Figure 1 An exemplary method for removing cable sheaths using manual tools. Figure 15 The metal cable, in which the cable sheath was pulled down;

[0027] Figure 17 This is a side view of a manual tool according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0028] Figure 18 It is in the open position according to the exemplary embodiment. Figure 17 A side view of the first and second jaw bodies of a hand tool, wherein the locking mechanism is in the locked position;

[0029] Figure 19 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 17 Detailed view of the second protrusion of the manual tool;

[0030] Figure 20 This is a perspective view of a hand tool according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0031] Figure 21 This is a side view of a manual tool according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0032] Figure 22 It is a perspective view of a hand tool according to an exemplary embodiment; and

[0033] Figure 23 This is a side view of a manual tool according to an exemplary embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0034] Referring generally to the accompanying drawings, various embodiments of a hand tool for stripping wires and cables are illustrated. The applicant believes that the hand tools discussed herein offer various advantages compared to typical hand tools for stripping wires and cables, including greater versatility for applications with wires / cables of different sizes.

[0035] In the specific embodiments discussed herein, the hand tool includes a blade configured to receive multiple non-metallic wires and cables, such as 10 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, 12 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, and 14 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath. The blade may also be configured to receive non-metallic wires and cables of different sizes, such as 8 AWG, 10 AWG, 12 AWG, 14 AWG, 16 AWG, and 18 AWG wire. Additionally, the hand tool includes cutting jaws defined by a first and a second protrusion, configured to cut metallic wires and cables. In this way, the same hand tool can be used to strip multiple types of non-metallic wires and cables as well as metallic wires and cables. This reduces the number of tools required for the user to complete wire and cable stripping tasks. The applicant argues that the manual tools discussed herein also reduce the amount of time spent stripping wires and cables by reducing the number of tools required.

[0036] Reference Figures 1 to 16 The diagram illustrates a hand tool, such as a wire stripper 100. The wire stripper 100 includes a first component 102 and a second component 104. The first component 102 includes a first jaw body 108 and a first handle 110. The first jaw body 108 is coupled to the first handle 110. The second component 104 includes a second jaw body 120 coupled to a second handle 122. The first jaw body 108, the first handle 110, the second jaw body 120, and the second handle 122 define a longitudinal axis such that the wire stripper 100 extends along a longitudinal axis 101. As shown, the longitudinal axis 101 is centered between the first handle 110 and the second handle 122. The second component 104 is pivotally coupled to the first component 102 such that the first component 102 and the second component 104 are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis 106 between an open position and a closed position. As shown, the first jaw body 108 is connected to the second jaw body 120, and the longitudinal axis 101 intersects the pivot axis 106. As shown, the longitudinal axis 101 is perpendicular to the pivot axis 106.

[0037] The first handle 110 is configured to be held by the user of the wire stripper 100 when the user actuates the first component 102 and the second component 104 between the open and closed positions. The second handle 122 is configured to be held by the user of the wire stripper 100 when the user actuates the first component 102 and the second component 104 between the open and closed positions. When moving between the open and closed positions, the first jaw body 108 and the second jaw body 120 pivot relative to each other toward and away from the longitudinal axis 101.

[0038] The first jaw body 108 includes a first tip 114, a first inner blade 116, and a plurality of first grooves shown as a plurality of first U-shaped blades 118. In various other embodiments, the plurality of first grooves may be blades of another shape, such as C-shaped blades. The first tip 114 tapers such that it is configured to wed between the wire / cable and its insulation / sheath. The first tip 114 includes a gripping surface 113 to allow gripping when the first tip 114 is used to grip a workpiece such as a wire, cable, or sheath.

[0039] A plurality of first U-shaped blades 118 are positioned between a first inner blade 116 and a first tip 114 in a direction along the longitudinal axis 101. The plurality of first U-shaped blades 118 are defined within a first jaw body 108. Each first U-shaped blade 118 is configured (e.g., sized and shaped) to receive wires of different sizes (e.g., 8 AWG to 18 AWG) for stripping. As shown, the first jaw body 108 includes six first U-shaped blades 118. The first U-shaped blades 118 are positioned in dimensional order, with the largest U-shaped blade 118 adjacent to the first inner blade 116 (e.g., 8 AWG) and the smallest U-shaped blade 118 adjacent to the first tip 114 (e.g., 18 AWG).

[0040] The second jaw body 120 includes a second tip 124, a second inner blade 126, and a plurality of second grooves shown as a plurality of second U-shaped blades 128. The second tip 124 tapers so as to be configured to wed into the cable / wire and its sheath / insulator. The second tip 124 includes a gripping surface 123 to allow gripping when the second tip 124 is used to grip a workpiece.

[0041] A plurality of second U-shaped blades 128 are positioned along a blade axis 112 between a second inner blade 126 and a second tip 124. The plurality of second U-shaped blades 128 are defined within a second jaw body 120. Each second U-shaped blade 128 is configured (e.g., sized and shaped) to receive wires of different sizes (e.g., 8 AWG to 18 AWG) for stripping. As shown, the second jaw body 120 includes six second U-shaped blades 128, each corresponding to a first U-shaped blade 118 formed in a first jaw body 108. The first U-shaped blade 118 and the second U-shaped blades 128 together define an aperture configured to receive a workpiece.

[0042] When a workpiece, such as a wire or cable, is placed within an opening defined between a pair of first U-shaped blades 118 and second U-shaped blades 128, the U-shaped blades 118, 128 can be used to peel / remove the sheath or insulation from the wire / cable. When the first member 102 and the second member 104 move to the closed position, the U-shaped blades 118, 128 form a cut in the sheath. While still in the closed position, the user can peel the sheath from the wire / cable by pulling the U-shaped blades 118, 128 along the length of the wire / cable.

[0043] Reference Figures 2 to 3The first component 102 and the second component 104 are in the open position. When in the open position, the workpiece can be received between the first inner blade 116 of the first jaw body 108 and the second inner blade 126 of the second jaw body 120. The inner blades 116 and 126 are configured to cut and / or scribble the workpiece.

[0044] The first inner blade 116 of the first jaw body 108 has a first linear portion 130, a first lip 132, and a first end portion 134. The first linear portion 130 extends between the first lip 132 and the first end portion 134. The first linear portion 130 extends away from the first jaw body 108 at a first angle 136. The first linear portion 130 includes a first cutting edge 138. The first lip 132 protrudes from the first linear portion 130 and is positioned adjacent to the first U-shaped blade 118. The first lip 132 has a curved outer surface for holding a workpiece along the first linear portion 130 between the first lip 132 and the first end portion 134. The first end portion 134 is positioned along the first linear portion 130 opposite to the first lip 132. The first end portion 134 has a curved outer surface shaped to receive a sheath of wire / cable.

[0045] The second inner blade 126 of the second jaw body 120 is substantially the same as the first inner blade 116 of the first jaw body 108. The second inner blade 126 of the second jaw body 120 has a second linear portion 140, a second lip 142, and a second end 144. The second linear portion 140 extends between the second lip 142 and the second end 144. The second linear portion 140 extends away from the second jaw body 120 at a second angle. The second angle is substantially the same as the first angle 136. The second linear portion 140 includes a second cutting edge 148. The second lip 142 protrudes from the second linear portion 140 and is positioned adjacent to the second U-shaped blade 128. The second lip 142 has a curved surface for holding a workpiece along the second linear portion 140 between the second lip 142 and the second end 144. The second end 144 is positioned along the second linear portion 140 opposite to the second lip 142. The second end 144 has a curved surface shaped to receive a sheath of wire / cable.

[0046] As shown, when in the open position, the first linear portion 130 of the first inner blade 116 and the second linear portion 140 of the second inner blade 126 define a jaw opening 150. In various embodiments, the jaw opening 150 is defined by an opening angle 152 between the first linear portion 130 and the second linear portion 140. More specifically, the opening angle 152 is measured between the first cutting edge 138 and the second cutting edge 148. The opening angle 152 varies as the wire stripper 100 moves between the open and closed positions.

[0047] The jaw opening 150 is configured to receive a workpiece. Specifically, the jaw opening 150 is configured to receive wires and cables of different sizes, allowing the wire stripper 100 to strip various sizes of wires / cables (e.g., 14 AWG with two or three conductors and a ground wire in a non-metallic sheath and 10 AWG with two or three conductors and a ground wire in a non-metallic sheath). When the workpiece is positioned between the first inner blade 116 and the second inner blade 126, the lips 132 and 142 help to hold the workpiece within the jaw opening 150.

[0048] In a specific embodiment, when the wire stripper 100 is in the open position, the opening angle 152 is at least 15 degrees. In another specific embodiment, when the wire stripper 100 is in the open position, the opening angle 152 does not exceed 25 degrees. Furthermore, the opening angle 152 can vary based on the size of the cable / wire being cut or etched by the wire stripper 100. In a specific embodiment, the wire stripper 100 is configured to etch wires of different sizes. In such an embodiment, the opening angle 152 is at least 18 degrees. Specifically, when etching 14 AWG non-metallic wire, the opening angle 152 is 18.5 degrees; when etching 12 AWG non-metallic wire, the opening angle 152 is 20 degrees; and when etching 10 AWG non-metallic wire, the opening angle 152 is 21 degrees.

[0049] In a specific embodiment, when the workpiece is received in the jaw opening 150 and the first inner blade 116 and the second inner blade 126 move to abut against the workpiece, the first linear portion 130 and the second linear portion 140 are substantially parallel to each other.

[0050] Reference Figure 4 A detailed view of the first inner blade 116 of the first jaw body 108 is shown. The second inner blade 126 of the second jaw body 120 is sized and shaped substantially identically to the first inner blade 116 of the first jaw body 108. As shown, a first cutting edge 138 extends away from the base 139 of the first inner blade 116 at a first angle 136. The first angle 136 is measured between the first cutting edge 138 and the base 139. In a specific embodiment, this angle is at least 5 degrees. In a specific embodiment, this angle is at most 15 degrees. In a specific embodiment, the first angle 136 is between 5 degrees and 15 degrees, and more specifically, the first angle 136 is between 8 degrees and 12 degrees. In a specific embodiment, the first angle 136 is 10 degrees.

[0051] The first inner blade 116 is spaced 154 from the pivot axis 106. More specifically, the distance 154 is measured between the first end 134 and the pivot axis 106. In a specific embodiment, the distance 154 is at least 9.00 mm and at most 13.00 mm, and more specifically 11.66 mm. Furthermore, the first inner blade 116 has a length 156 measured between the center of the first lip 132 and the first end 134. In a specific embodiment, the length 156 is at least 16.00 mm, and more specifically at least 16.50 mm. The length of at least 16.50 mm is the minimum length required for the first inner blade 116 to receive a 10 AWG non-metallic cable with three conductors and a ground wire.

[0052] In various embodiments, the height of the first inner blade 116 varies along the length 156. Height 158 ​​is measured at the first lip 132, and height 160 is measured at the first end 134. In a specific embodiment, height 158 ​​is greater than height 160. In a specific embodiment, height 158 ​​is at least 3.00 mm and height 160 is at least 1.50 mm. In a specific embodiment, height 158 ​​is at most 4.00 mm and height 160 is at most 2.50 mm. In a specific embodiment, height 158 ​​is 3.83 mm and height 160 is 2.00 mm.

[0053] Additionally, the curved surface of the first end 134 has a radius of curvature 162, and the curved surface of the first lip 132 has a radius of curvature 164. In a specific embodiment, the radius of curvature 162 is at least 2.00 mm and at most 4.00 mm, and more specifically, the radius of curvature 162 is 3.00 mm. In a specific embodiment, the radius of curvature 164 of the first lip 132 is at least 0.50 mm and at most 2.50 mm, and more specifically, the radius of curvature 164 is 1.50 mm. In a specific embodiment, the first lip 132 is semi-circular in shape. In this embodiment, the first lip 132 has a radius of 166. In a specific embodiment, the radius of 166 is between 0.50 mm and 1.00 mm, and more specifically, the radius of 166 is 0.70 mm.

[0054] Reference Figures 5 to 7This illustrates a method of cutting or scribing a workpiece using an inner blade 116, 126 with a wire stripper 100. The workpiece, shown as cable 170, is received in the wire stripper 100 between a first member 102 and a second member 104. As shown, cable 170 includes a cable sheath 171, and a plurality of wires are positioned within the cable sheath 171. Specifically, cable 170 is a non-metallic cable having two conductors and a ground wire. To strip the sheath 171 from cable 170, firstly, cable 170 is positioned within a jaw opening 150 between the first inner blade 116 and the second inner blade 126. Next, the wire stripper 100 moves from an open position toward a closed position, such that the sheath 171 is scribbled by the inner blades 116, 126, and the opening angle 152 of the jaw opening 150 decreases. Note that the wire stripper 100 does not cut through the wires within cable 170. Finally, the user can use the cable stripper 100 or the user's hand to pull the sheath 171 along the length of the cable 170, which breaks the sheath 171 along the scribe line and allows a portion of the sheath 171 to be removed from the cable 170.

[0055] Reference Figures 8 to 11 The wire stripper 100 also includes cutting jaws for metal cable sheaths. Typically, the cutting jaws allow a user to strip metal (or metal-clad) cables by providing protrusions constructed (e.g., sized and shaped) to engage with the metal cable sheath. In this way, the wire stripper 100 can be used to strip both non-metallic wires and cables and metallic wires and cables. Specifically, the cutting jaws are defined by a first protrusion 180 coupled to a first jaw body 108 and a second protrusion 182 coupled to a second jaw body 120.

[0056] A first protrusion 180 is coupled to a first jaw body 108 and extends away from the first inner blade 116. Specifically, the first jaw body 108 includes a first side portion 183 and a second side portion 184 opposite to the first side portion 183. The first side portion 183 is positioned closer to the longitudinal axis 101 than the second side portion 184. A plurality of first U-shaped blades 118 and first inner blades 116 are defined along the first side portion 183. The first protrusion 180 is coupled to the first side portion 183 and extends away from both the first side portion 183 and the second side portion 184. The first protrusion 180 has a protruding cutting edge 185 defined along its outer wall. The protruding cutting edge 185 is located on the outer wall of the first protrusion 180 furthest from the first inner blade 116. In a specific embodiment, the first protrusion 180 and the first jaw body 108 are formed from a single, integral, continuous, adjacent piece of material.

[0057] The second jaw body 120 includes a third side portion 186 and a fourth side portion 187 opposite to the third side portion 186. A plurality of second U-shaped blades 128 and a second inner blade 126 are defined along the third side portion 186. A second protrusion 182 is coupled to the fourth side portion 187 and extends away from the fourth side portion 187, away from the third side portion 186, and away from the first jaw body 108. The second protrusion 182 is coupled to the fourth side portion 186, the second inner blade 126, and the plurality of second U-shaped blades 128 of the second jaw body 120. The second protrusion 182 defines a groove 188. The groove 188 is defined between the second protrusion 182 and the fourth side portion 187. The groove 188 has an inner surface 189. At least a portion of the inner surface 189 has a groove cutting edge 190. In a specific embodiment, the second protrusion 182 and the second jaw body 120 are formed from a single, integral, continuous, adjacent piece of material.

[0058] When the wire stripper 100 is in the open position, the first protrusion 180 abuts against the second jaw body 120. The first protrusion 180 is positioned completely against the rear surface of the second jaw body 120 (e.g., Figure 2 (As shown in the diagram). When the wire stripper 100 is in the open position, the second protrusion 182 is spaced apart from the first protrusion 180 and from the protrusion cutting edge 185 of the first protrusion 180. In the open position, the groove 188 is positioned between the first protrusion 180 and the second protrusion 182. In this way, the groove 188 defines a shearing opening 191 configured to receive a workpiece. The shearing opening 191 is defined between the protrusion cutting edge 185 and the groove cutting edge 190.

[0059] When the wire stripper 100 is in the closed position, the first protrusion 180 overlaps with the groove 188 and the second protrusion 182. The protrusion cutting edge 185 is positioned along the second protrusion 182 such that the protrusion cutting edge 185 is positioned adjacent to the groove cutting edge 190. When the workpiece is positioned within the groove 188 and the wire stripper 100 moves from the open position to the closed position, the protrusion cutting edge 185 and the groove cutting edge 190 are configured to cut the workpiece.

[0060] Reference Figures 8 to 9The first jaw body 108 includes an angled cut 192 defining at least a portion of a protrusion cutting edge 185. The angled cut 192 is formed in a first side portion 183 of the first jaw body 108. The cut 192 provides a gap when the first protrusion 180 engages with a cable or wire. The cut 192 defines a linear edge 193 and an angle 194. The linear edge 193 is positioned opposite the protrusion cutting edge 185 along the cut 192. When in the open position, a second protrusion 182 and a groove 188 are positioned between the protrusion cutting edge 185 and the linear edge 193. The angle 194 is measured between the protrusion cutting edge 185 and the linear edge 193. In a specific embodiment, the angle 194 is between 80 and 90 degrees, and more specifically, the angle 194 is 85 degrees.

[0061] A first distance is defined between the linear edge 193 and the tip 196 of the first protrusion 180. In a specific embodiment, the first distance is between 20.00 mm and 30.00 mm, and more specifically, the first distance is 25.00 mm. A second distance is measured from the pivot axis 106 to the tip 196. In a specific embodiment, the second distance is between 5.00 mm and 15.00 mm, and more specifically, the second distance is 10.00 mm. A third distance is measured from the center of the cut 192 to the tip 196. In a specific embodiment, the third distance is between 10.00 mm and 20.00 mm, and more specifically, the third distance is 16.00 mm.

[0062] As shown, the tip 196 of the protrusion has a tapered portion. Specifically, the tip 196 is provided to overlap with the groove 188 and with the cut edge 190 of the groove 188. In a specific embodiment, the tip 196 is angled away from the cut 192. Specifically, the tip 196 defines an angle 197 along the cut edge 185 of the protrusion. In a specific embodiment, the angle 197 is between 1 degree and 20 degrees, and more specifically, the angle 197 is 10 degrees. The tip 196 of the protrusion has a width 198. In a specific embodiment, the width 198 is between 5.00 mm and 15.00 mm, and more specifically, the width 198 is 9.00 mm.

[0063] Reference Figures 10 to 11 The second protrusion 182 defines an angle 200. Angle 200 is measured as the angle between the fourth side 187 of the second jaw body 120 and the end 202 of the groove 188. In a specific embodiment, angle 200 is between 60 and 90 degrees. In a specific embodiment, angle 200 is between 70 and 85 degrees, and more specifically, angle 200 is 80 degrees.

[0064] The second protrusion 182 has a protrusion tip 204 configured to pry open or wedge into the cable sheath. Specifically, the protrusion tip 204 has a tapered surface 205. In a specific embodiment, the tapered surface 205 has a length between 3.00 mm and 6.00 mm, and more specifically, the length of the tapered surface 205 is 4.00 mm. In a specific embodiment, the distance from the end 202 of the groove 188 to the tapered surface 205 is between 7.00 mm and 15.00 mm, and more specifically, the distance from the end 202 of the groove 188 to the tapered surface 205 is 9.00 mm. In a specific embodiment, the tip 204 has a radius of curvature between 0.50 mm and 2.00 mm. In a specific embodiment, the radius of curvature of the tip 204 does not exceed 1.50 mm. In a specific embodiment, the radius of curvature of the tip 204 is 1.00 mm.

[0065] The second protrusion 182 has a height 206 measured from the end 202 of the groove 188 to the tip 204. In a specific embodiment, the height 206 is between 10.00 mm and 20.00 mm, and more specifically, the height 206 is 13.00 mm.

[0066] As shown, an angle 210 is defined between the end 202 and the tip 204 of the groove 188. In a specific embodiment, the angle 210 is greater than 110 degrees. In a specific embodiment, the angle 210 is less than 130 degrees. In a specific embodiment, the angle 210 is 120 degrees.

[0067] The groove 188 has an inner surface 189 defined between a fourth side portion 187 and a second protrusion 182. The inner surface 189 has a first height defined along the fourth side portion 187. In a specific embodiment, the first height is between 50.00 mm and 25.00 mm, and more specifically, the first height is 35.00 mm. The inner surface 189 defines a second height along the second protrusion 182. In a specific embodiment, the second height is between 10.00 mm and 20.00 mm, and more specifically, the second height is 13.00 mm.

[0068] Additionally, the groove 188 has a width defined between the fourth side 187 and the cut edge 190. This width can vary along a second height of the groove 188 such that the width near the end 202 is narrower than the width near the opening 191. In a specific embodiment, the groove 188 has a width between 3.00 mm and 6.00 mm, and more specifically, the width of the groove 188 is 4.50 mm. The end 202 defines a curved portion of the inner surface 189. The curved portion of the end 202 has a radius of curvature 212. In a specific embodiment, the radius of curvature 212 is between 2.00 mm and 5.00 mm, and more specifically, the radius of curvature 212 is 2.50 mm.

[0069] In various embodiments, the thickness of the first protrusion 180 and the second protrusion 182 is between 2.00 mm and 8.00 mm, and more specifically, the thickness is 5.00 mm.

[0070] Reference Figures 12 to 16 This illustrates a method of cutting a workpiece such as cable 220 using a wire stripper 100 with shear jaws. As shown, cable 220 is a metal cable or a metal-clad cable. Cable 220 has a sheath 221 surrounding multiple wires. First, cable 220 is bent. The bend in cable 220 creates a gap in the sheath 221. The user can bend cable 220 using their hand, wire stripper 100, or another tool. Then, wire stripper 100 is moved to the open position, and the user inserts a second protrusion 182 into the gap and the sheath 221 below. When the user actuates wire stripper 100 to the closed position, the first protrusion 180 and the second protrusion cut through the sheath 221. Specifically, the protrusion cutting edge 185 and the slot cutting edge 190 cut through the sheath 221. After cutting, the user straightens cable 220. The user can straighten cable 220 using their hand, wire stripper 100, or another tool. After the cable 220 has been straightened, the sheath 221 can be twisted. Twisting the sheath 221 causes it to break along the cut and allows the user to remove a portion of the sheath 221 from the cable 220.

[0071] Reference Figures 17 to 19 The diagram shows a wire stripper 300. Apart from the differences discussed herein, the wire stripper 300 is substantially the same as the wire stripper 100. Specifically, the wire stripper 300 includes a locking mechanism.

[0072] Reference Figures 17 to 18A wire stripper 300 extends along a longitudinal axis 301. The wire stripper 300 has a first member 302 and a second member 304. The second member 304 is pivotally coupled to the first member 302 such that the first member 302 and the second member 304 are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis 306 between an open position and a closed position. The first member 302 includes a first jaw body 308 and a first handle 310. The first jaw body 308 is coupled to the first handle 310. The second member 304 includes a second jaw body 320 and a second handle 322. The second jaw body 320 is coupled to the second handle 322. The first handle 310 and the second handle 322 define a longitudinal axis 301, and the longitudinal axis 301 is centered between the first handle 310 and the second handle 322. The first jaw body 308 and the second jaw body 320 are angled away from the longitudinal axis 301.

[0073] The first jaw body 308 includes a first inner blade 316, and the second jaw body 320 includes a second inner blade 326. When the wire stripper 300 is in the open position, the workpiece can be received between the first inner blade 316 and the second inner blade 326. The inner blades 316 and 326 are configured to cut and / or scribble the workpiece. Figure 18 As shown, when in the open position, the first linear portion 330 of the first inner blade 316 and the second linear portion 340 of the second inner blade 326 define a jaw opening 350. In various embodiments, the jaw opening 350 is defined by an angle 352 between the first linear portion 330 and the second linear portion 340. The angle 352 changes as the wire stripper 300 moves between the open and closed positions.

[0074] The wire stripper 300 also includes a locking mechanism 375 configured to restrict movement of the first member 302 and the second member 304 relative to each other. The locking mechanism 375 includes a lever 376 and a locking member 378. The lever 376 is configured to be actuated between a locked position and an unlocked position. The locking member 378 is configured to receive the lever 376 and hold the lever 376 in either the locked or unlocked position. Figure 17 As shown, when lever 376 is actuated to the locked position, lever 376 can engage with locking member 378, so that wire stripper 300 remains in the closed position until lever 376 is actuated to the unlocked position.

[0075] like Figure 18As shown, the locking mechanism 375 can also be used to hold the wire stripper 300 in the open position. The locking member 378 includes a step portion 379. The step portion 379 is configured to receive a lever 376. When the lever 376 is in the locked position and received in the step portion 379, the step portion 379 is configured to hold the wire stripper 300 in the open position such that the first member 302 and the second member 304 cannot reduce the angle 352 of the jaw opening 350 to more than a pre-selected angle. As shown, the locking member 378 includes a step portion 379. In various embodiments, the locking member 378 includes a plurality of steps, each of which is used to hold a different angle 352 of the jaw opening 350.

[0076] In various embodiments, when the rod 376 is held in the step portion 379, the angle 352 is at least 15 degrees. In a specific embodiment, when the rod 376 is held in the step portion 379, the angle 352 is at least 15 degrees and at most 25 degrees. In a specific embodiment, the angle 352 is at least 18 degrees.

[0077] In one embodiment, the step portion 379 is configured (e.g., spaced or positioned) to define an angle for scribing 10 AWG nonmetallic wire. In this embodiment, the angle 352 is at least 21 degrees when the rod 376 is held in the step portion 379. In another embodiment, the step portion 379 is configured to define an angle for scribing 12 AWG nonmetallic wire. In this embodiment, the angle 352 is at least 20 degrees when the rod 376 is held in the step portion 379. In yet another embodiment, the step portion 379 is configured to define an angle for scribing 14 AWG nonmetallic wire. In this embodiment, the angle 352 is at least 18.5 degrees when the rod 376 is held in the step portion 379.

[0078] The wire stripper 300 also includes a first protrusion 380 connected to a first jaw body 308 and a second protrusion 382 connected to a second jaw body 320. Except for the differences discussed herein, the first protrusion 380 is substantially the same as the first protrusion 180, and the second protrusion 382 is substantially the same as the second protrusion 182.

[0079] Reference Figure 19 The diagram shows a second protrusion 382. The second protrusion defines a groove 388. The second protrusion 382 is coupled to and extends away from the fourth side 387. The groove 388 is defined between the second protrusion 382 and the fourth side 387. The groove 388 has an inner surface 389 defining a groove cutting edge 390. The groove 388 defines a shearing opening 391 configured to receive a workpiece.

[0080] The second protrusion 382 has a protruding tip 393 configured to pry open or wedge into the cable sheath. In a specific embodiment, the protruding tip 393 is tapered. In a specific embodiment, the tip 393 has a width between 3.00 mm and 5.00 mm, and more specifically, the width of the tip 393 is 4.00 mm. The second protrusion 382 has a length measured from the end 394 of the groove 388 to the tip 393. In a specific embodiment, the length is between 8.00 mm and 11.00 mm, and more specifically, the length is 9.00 mm. The second protrusion 382 has a width measured between the cut edge 390 of the groove 388 and the outer edge 395 of the second protrusion 382. In a specific embodiment, the width is between 3.00 mm and 5.00 mm, and more specifically, the width is 4.25 mm.

[0081] In a specific embodiment, the groove 388 has a length between 8.00 mm and 12.00 mm. In a specific embodiment, the length is between 10.00 mm and 11.00 mm, and more specifically, the length is 10.75 mm. The groove 388 has a width that varies along its length. In various embodiments, the width of the groove 388 at the end 394 is smaller than the width at the opening 391. In a specific embodiment, a first width of the groove 388 is measured between the tip of the protrusion 393 and the fourth side portion 387. In a specific embodiment, the first width is between 4.00 mm and 5.00 mm, and more specifically, the first width is 4.50 mm. In a specific embodiment, a second width of the groove 388 is measured between the cut edge 390 and the fourth side portion 387. In a specific embodiment, the second width is between 3.00 mm and 5.00 mm, and more specifically, the second width is 4.00 mm. In a specific embodiment, the third width of the groove 388 is measured at the end 394 of the groove 388. In a specific embodiment, the third width is between 3.00 mm and 4.00 mm, and more specifically, the third width is 3.50 mm.

[0082] Reference Figure 20The diagram illustrates a hand tool, such as a wire stripper 400. The wire stripper 400 is believed to offer advantages over other wire strippers, for example, by increasing efficiency, increasing safety, and minimizing tool changes. Specifically, the wire stripper 400 is configured to receive wires and cables within a portion of its body 402. In a specific embodiment, the body 402 is made of a first portion 404 and a second portion 406 joined together by a hinge 408, such that the first portion 404 is pivotable relative to the second portion 406. In this way, the body 402 is configured to move between an open position and a closed position. An opening 410 is defined within the body 402. Opening 410 is configured to receive cables / wires of different sizes, such as 10 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, 12 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, and 14 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath. In a specific embodiment, the wire stripper 400 has an improved gripper for manipulating wires and cables, such as underground feeder cables. In a specific embodiment, the gripper is used to twist and bend the wires / wires, such as J-hooked wires. In various embodiments, the wire stripper 400 includes a size selector in which a user can select the size of opening 410 based on user needs. The wire stripper 400 can also be configured to strip individual wires after stripping the cable sheath.

[0083] Reference Figure 21The diagram illustrates a hand tool, such as a wire stripper 500. The wire stripper 500 is believed to offer advantages over other wire strippers, for example, by increasing efficiency and safety. The wire stripper 500 extends along a longitudinal axis 501 and includes a first member 502 pivotally coupled to a second member 504. The first member 502 and the second member 504 are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis 506 between an open position and a closed position. As shown, the wire stripper 500 includes a first blade portion 508 and a second blade portion 510. In various embodiments, the first blade portion 508 and the second blade portion 510 are configured to automatically adjust based on the size of the wire or cable positioned between the first blade portion 508 and the second blade portion 510. In a specific embodiment, the wire stripper 500 is configured to receive and strip cables / wires of different sizes, such as 10 AWG wires having two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, 12 AWG wires having two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, and 14 AWG wires having two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath. The wire stripper 500 may also be configured to strip individual wires after stripping the cable sheath.

[0084] Reference Figure 22 The diagram illustrates a hand tool, such as a wire stripper 600. The wire stripper 600 is believed to offer advantages over other wire strippers, for example, by increasing efficiency and safety. The wire stripper 600 includes a clamping or gripping portion 602 and a cutting portion 604. The cutting portion 604 is configured to receive a cable or wire within itself. When the cutting portion 604 is pulled along the cable or wire, it peels the sheath from the cable / wire. The gripping portion 602 is used to position and guide the cutting portion 604. In various embodiments, the wire stripper 600 is configured to automatically adjust based on the size of the cable or wire positioned between the wire strippers 600. In a specific embodiment, the wire stripper 600 is configured to receive and strip cables / wires of different sizes, such as 10 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, 12 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath, and 14 AWG wire with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath. The wire stripper 600 can also be configured to strip individual wires after stripping the cable sheath.

[0085] Reference Figure 23The diagram illustrates a hand tool, such as a wire stripper 700. The wire stripper 700 is believed to offer advantages over other wire strippers, for example, by increasing efficiency, being more compact, and minimizing tool changes. The wire stripper 700 includes a blade 702 rotatably coupled to a body 704. The body 704 is configured to receive wires or cables within itself. The wire stripper 700 may be electrically or mechanically powered. In various embodiments, the body 704 is shaped for use in narrow or confined spaces. The wire stripper 700 is configured to receive and strip cables / wires of different sizes and types, such as metallic and non-metallic cables / wires. For example, the wire stripper 700 can be used on 10 AWG wires, 12 AWG wires, and 14 AWG wires, such as those with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath. The wire stripper 700 can also be used on metallic cables. In a specific embodiment, the wire stripper 700 is configured to strip individual wires after stripping the cable sheath.

[0086] In various embodiments, the wire stripper may be electrically powered, for example, by a rechargeable battery unit. In such embodiments, the wire stripper may include an elongated body configured for use in narrow or confined spaces. The elongated body may include a blade end and a gripping end opposite the blade end. The blade end includes blades configured to cut wires or cables, such as metallic cables. The blades may be configured to rotate relative to the elongated body. The gripping end is configured to be held by a user of the wire stripper. The gripping end may include an opening configured to receive and hold a battery, such as a rechargeable battery. In such embodiments, the powered wire stripper is configured to receive and strip cables / wires of different sizes and types, such as metallic cables / wires and non-metallic cables / wires. For example, the wire stripper may be used on 10 AWG wires, 12 AWG wires, and 14 AWG wires, such as those with two or three conductors and a ground wire within a non-metallic cable sheath. The wire stripper can also be used on metallic cables. In a specific embodiment, the wire stripper is configured to strip the individual wires after stripping the cable sheath.

[0087] It should be understood that the accompanying drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments in detail, and it should be understood that this application is not limited to the details or methods set forth in the specification or illustrated in the drawings. It should also be understood that the terminology is used for descriptive purposes only and should not be considered limiting.

[0088] Given this description, further modifications and alternative embodiments of various aspects of this disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, this description is to be interpreted as illustrative only. The constructions and arrangements shown in the various exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, many modifications are possible (e.g., variations in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportion, parameter values, mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described herein. Some elements shown as integrally formed may be constructed from multiple parts or elements, the positions of elements may be reversed or otherwise varied, and the nature or number of discrete elements or positions may be changed or altered. According to alternative embodiments, the order or sequence of any process, logical algorithm, or method steps may be changed or reordered. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may also be made in terms of the design, operating conditions, and arrangements of the various exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of this disclosure.

[0089] Unless otherwise expressly stated, no method described herein is intended to be construed as requiring its steps to be performed in a particular order. Therefore, no particular order is intended to be inferred unless a method claim actually describes the order by which its steps are to be followed, or unless otherwise specifically stated in the claims or description that the steps should be limited to a particular order. Furthermore, as used herein, the article “a” is intended to include one or more parts or elements and is not intended to be construed as meaning only one.

[0090] For the purposes of this disclosure, the term "connection" refers to two components being directly or indirectly linked to each other. Such a connection may be inherently fixed or inherently movable. Such a connection can be achieved by integrally forming two components and any additional intermediate components into a single monolithic body, or by attaching two components to each other or by attaching two components and any additional components to each other. Such a connection may be inherently permanent, or alternatively, it may be inherently removable or releasable. As used herein, a "rigid connection" refers to two components connected in such a way that, when subjected to forces, these components move together in a fixed positional relationship.

[0091] Although this application describes specific combinations of features in the appended claims, various embodiments of the present invention relate to any combination of any features described herein, whether or not such combinations are currently claimed, and any such combination of features may be claimed in this application or a future application. Any feature, element, or component of any exemplary embodiment of the exemplary embodiments discussed above may be used alone or in combination with any feature, element, or component of any other embodiment of the other embodiments discussed above.

[0092] In various exemplary embodiments, relative dimensions, including angles, lengths, and radii, as shown in the accompanying drawings, are drawn to scale. Actual measurements in the drawings will disclose the relative dimensions, angles, and scales of the various exemplary embodiments. The various exemplary embodiments extend to a wide range around the absolute and relative dimensions, angles, and scales that can be determined from the accompanying drawings. The various exemplary embodiments include any combination of one or more relative dimensions or angles that can be determined from the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, actual dimensions not explicitly stated in this specification can be determined by combining the scales of the dimensions measured in the accompanying drawings with the explicit dimensions stated in this specification.

Claims

1. A hand tool, characterized in that, The manual tools include: A first component, the first component including a first handle and a first jaw body connected to the first handle, the first jaw body including: First tip; A first inner blade, the first inner blade including a first linear portion extending at a first angle away from the first jaw body; A plurality of first grooves, the plurality of first grooves being positioned along the first jaw body between the first tip and the first inner blade; and A first protrusion is connected to the first jaw body and extends away from the first inner blade. The second component includes a second handle and a second jaw body connected to the second handle, the second jaw body comprising: Second tip; The second inner blade includes a second linear portion extending at a second angle away from the second jaw body; A plurality of second grooves, the plurality of second grooves being positioned along the second jaw body between the second tip and the second inner blade; and A second protrusion is connected to a side of the second jaw body opposite to the second inner blade and the plurality of second grooves, wherein the second protrusion extends away from the side of the second jaw body and defines a groove; A longitudinal axis is defined between the first jaw body, the first handle, the second jaw body, and the second handle; The second member is pivotally connected to the first member such that the first member and the second member are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis between an open position and a closed position, wherein the pivot axis is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis; When in the open position, the first linear portion of the first inner blade and the second linear portion of the second inner blade define a jaw opening configured to receive a workpiece; and When in the open position, the first protrusion abuts against the second jaw body, and the groove defines a shearing opening configured to receive a workpiece; and when in the closed position, the first protrusion overlaps with the groove.

2. The hand tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first angle and the second angle are the same.

3. The hand tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first angle is at least 5 degrees and at most 15 degrees.

4. The hand tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, When in the open position, the first linear portion and the second linear portion are parallel to each other.

5. The hand tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The jaw opening is defined by the opening angle between the first linear portion and the second linear portion, wherein, when in the open position, the opening angle is at most 25 degrees.

6. The hand tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the plurality of first grooves is a U-shaped blade, and each of the plurality of second grooves is a U-shaped blade.

7. The hand tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first inner blade also includes a lip and an end, wherein the first linear portion extends between the lip and the end, and the lip is positioned between the first linear portion and the plurality of first grooves.

8. The hand tool according to claim 7, characterized in that, The lip edge is semi-circular in shape and has a radius, wherein the radius is between 0.50 mm and 1.00 mm.

9. The hand tool according to claim 7, characterized in that, The end portion includes a curved outer surface, wherein the curved outer surface has a radius of curvature, wherein the radius of curvature is at least 2.00 mm and at most 4.00 mm.

10. A cutting tool, characterized in that, The cutting tool includes: A first component, the first component including a first handle and a first jaw body connected to the first handle, the first jaw body including: A first side portion, the first side portion having a first blade; The second side portion, which is opposite to the first side portion; and A first protrusion, the first protrusion being connected to the first side and extending away from the first side, the first protrusion including a protrusion cut edge; The second component includes a second handle and a second jaw body connected to the second handle, the second jaw body comprising: A third side portion, the third side portion having a second blade, the third side portion facing the first side portion of the first jaw body; The fourth side portion is opposite to the third side portion; A second protrusion, the second protrusion being connected to the fourth side portion, the second protrusion extending away from the fourth side portion; and A groove, defined between the second protrusion and the fourth side portion, the groove defining an inner surface having a groove-cut edge; The second member is pivotally connected to the first member such that the first member and the second member are configured to move relative to each other about a pivot axis between an open position and a closed position. When in the open position, the first protrusion abuts against the second jaw body, and the groove defines an opening configured to receive a workpiece; and When in the closed position, the first protrusion overlaps with the groove, such that the cutting edge of the protrusion and the cutting edge of the groove are configured to cut the workpiece positioned in the groove.

11. The cutting tool according to claim 10, characterized in that, At least a portion of the cutting edge of the protrusion is defined by an angled cut formed in the first side portion of the first jaw body.

12. The cutting tool according to claim 11, characterized in that, The angled cut defines a linear edge opposite to the protrusion cutting edge of the first protrusion, wherein, when in the open position, the second protrusion and the groove are positioned between the protrusion cutting edge and the linear edge.

13. The cutting tool according to claim 12, characterized in that, The angled cut defines the angle between the cutting edge of the protrusion and the linear edge, wherein the angle is between 80 degrees and 90 degrees.

14. The cutting tool according to claim 10, characterized in that, An angle is defined between the fourth side of the second jaw body and the base of the second protrusion, wherein the angle is between 70 degrees and 85 degrees.

15. The cutting tool according to claim 10, characterized in that, An angle is defined between the base of the second protrusion and the tip of the second protrusion, wherein the angle is greater than 110 degrees.

16. A tool for cutting wire, characterized in that, The tools include: A first component, the first component including a first handle and a first jaw body connected to the first handle, the first jaw body including: A first side portion, the first side portion including a first tip portion, a first inner blade having a first linear portion and a plurality of first grooves positioned between the first tip portion and the first inner blade; The second side portion, which is opposite to the first side portion; and A first protrusion, the first protrusion being adjacent to the first inner blade and connected to the first side portion, the first protrusion extending away from the first inner blade, the first protrusion including a first cutting edge; A second component is pivotally connected to the first component about a pivot axis, the second component including a second handle and a second jaw body connected to the second handle, the second jaw body including: A third side portion facing the first side portion includes a second tip portion, a second inner blade having a second linear portion, and a plurality of second grooves positioned between the second tip portion and the second inner blade. The fourth side portion is opposite to the third side portion; A second protrusion, the second protrusion being connected to the fourth side portion, the second protrusion extending away from the fourth side portion; and A groove, defined between the second protrusion and the fourth side portion, the groove defining an inner surface having a second cut edge; The first and second components are configured to move relative to each other between an open and a closed position about the pivot axis; and When in the open position, the first linear portion of the first inner blade and the second linear portion of the second inner blade define an opening for receiving a workpiece.

17. The tool according to claim 16, characterized in that, The opening is defined by the opening angle between the first linear portion and the second linear portion.

18. The tool according to claim 17, characterized in that, The tool further includes a locking mechanism configured to move between a locked position and an unlocked position, wherein, when in the locked position, the locking mechanism restricts the movement of the first member and the second member relative to each other.

19. The tool according to claim 18, characterized in that, When the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the first component and the second component remain in the open position such that the opening angle is at least 15 degrees.

20. The tool according to claim 18, characterized in that, When the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the first component and the second component remain in the open position such that the opening angle is at least 18 degrees.

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