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Special cutters for cutting aluminium steel cables (ACSR)
The tools have a blade geometry specially designed for overhead lines and optimised for the soft aluminium and hard Dräger rope.
Safety cutting systems - precise cutting of ACSR cables and aluminium steel wire ropes
What are safety cutting systems for ACSR cables?
Safety cutting systems are specialised cutting tools for aluminium steel cables (ACSR), as used in overhead line and power supply construction.
These cables consist of a soft aluminium conductor and a tensile steel wire core - a combination that puts a lot of strain on conventional cutting tools.
The cutting systems from KW Hydraulik are specially designed for this application and have an optimised blade geometry that cuts the soft aluminium and the hard steel core equally precisely and cleanly.
How does the special blade geometry work?
The blades are ground to suit the different material properties of ACSR cables:
The aluminium portion is cut softly and gently.
The steel wire core is cut powerfully by the reinforced blade geometry without jamming or splintering.
The result is a clean, safe cut that avoids material deformation and enables easy further processing or joining of the conductors.
What advantages do ACSR safety cutting systems offer?
Optimised blade geometry for aluminium steel cables
Hydraulically assisted cutting force for effortless work
High cutting precision with different material hardnesses
Durable cutting blades made from hardened tool steel
Robust design for use in network and overhead line construction
The systems are optionally available with electro-hydraulic or manual drive - depending on the application and working environment.
Where are ACSR cutting systems used?
Energy supply and grid construction: cutting aluminium steel cables (ACSR) during installation, maintenance or dismantling
Overhead line construction: processing of high-voltage lines and suspension cables
Industry and workshops: controlled cutting of combined metal cables and composite cables
The range also includes cable cutters and wire rope cutters for standard applications without ACSR reinforcement.
How does KW Hydraulik ensure quality?
All safety cutting systems are manufactured and tested in accordance with our ISO 9001:2015 quality management system.
This guarantees consistently high cutting quality, maximum safety and a long service life - even under difficult operating conditions.
The safety cutting systems from KW Hydraulik are the professional solution for the precise and safe cutting of aluminium steel wire ropes (ACSR) - developed for the highest demands in overhead line and power supply construction.