Bolt cutters center cut blades rubber handles series 2000 lgth 24 inches Drop forged jaws with center cut blades heat treated for wear resistance and long cutting life. Cuts soft, and medium/hard materials (maximum hardness of material to be cut Brinell 300/Rockwell C31). Toggle joints turn 50 lb hand pressure to 4000 lb of cu tting pressure; 1-piece, aluminum alloy handles with rubber grips. Do not use any cutter on energized circuits, wire, or cable.