{"product_id":"hercules-adjustable-jaws-bolt-croppers-457mm-18-inch","title":"Hercules Adjustable Jaws Bolt Croppers 457mm 18 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Hercules bolt croppers 18 inch long (457mm) are a compact choice for cutting chain, padlock shackles, rod and wire. The tool is fully drop forged and the jaws are adjustable, so the cutting edges can be set to meet cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e457mm (18 inch) overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully drop forged construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable jaws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts soft steel up to 8mm (HRC20)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts hardened steel up to 6mm (HRC40)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHercules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e457mm (18 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft steel capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardened steel capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this size right for the job?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 18 inch size is easy to carry and store. It handles soft steel to 8mm and hardened steel to 6mm. For thicker stock, a longer cropper with more leverage is the better pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear eye protection and gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the material is within the stated capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the item deep in the jaws, close to the pivot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze the handles in one steady movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the edges no longer meet, adjust the jaws before further use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the maximum cutting capacity?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 8mm in soft steel (HRC20) and up to 6mm in hardened steel (HRC40).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan the jaws be adjusted?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the jaws are adjustable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long are these croppers?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey measure 457mm, which is 18 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hercules","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824119447825,"sku":"DS-7489610","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0097\/files\/hercules-adjustable-jaws-bolt-croppers-457mm-18-inch-1.jpg?v=1792511456","url":"https:\/\/diysmith.co.uk\/products\/hercules-adjustable-jaws-bolt-croppers-457mm-18-inch","provider":"DIYSmith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}