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product_id: 51911100
title: "Precision Compact Side Cutters, Professional Grade, ESD Safe with Hardened Carbon Steel Jaws (PCB Side Snips). Made in Japan. ENGINEER ns-04"
brand: "engineer"
price: "£22.60"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Engineer"
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# 0.26 cm ultra-precise cutting width Adjustable jaw angle for fatigue-free use ESD-safe grips protect sensitive electronics Precision Compact Side Cutters, Professional Grade, ESD Safe with Hardened Carbon Steel Jaws (PCB Side Snips). Made in Japan. ENGINEER ns-04

**Brand:** engineer
**Price:** £22.60
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✂️ Cut close, cut clean, cut like a pro with Micro Nippers!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Precision Compact Side Cutters, Professional Grade, ESD Safe with Hardened Carbon Steel Jaws (PCB Side Snips). Made in Japan. ENGINEER ns-04 by engineer
- **How much does it cost?** £22.60 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/51911100-precision-compact-side-cutters-professional-grade-esd-safe-with-hardened)

## Best For

- engineer enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted engineer brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Perfected:** Compact 5x12 cm design for micro PCB & electronics work
- • **Ergonomic Efficiency:** Sprung handles with ESD-safe grips reduce hand fatigue during repetitive tasks
- • **Pro-Level Versatility:** Ideal for hobbyists, engineers, and crafters needing flawless wire and component cutting
- • **Trusted Craftsmanship:** Made in Japan for unmatched durability and professional-grade quality
- • **Cutting Edge Excellence:** Full-flush hardened carbon steel blades deliver razor-sharp, burr-free cuts every time

## Overview

Micro Nippers - Standard are precision-engineered side cutters featuring a compact form factor, adjustable jaw angle, and ESD-safe ergonomic grips. Crafted in Japan with hardened carbon steel blades, they deliver ultra-precise, burr-free cuts ideal for electronics, hobbyists, and professional use, ensuring fatigue-free repetitive cutting and long-lasting reliability.

## Description

From the manufacturer Features ESD-Safe Static Dissipative Handles made of TPR (PS-01, PS-03, NS-04, NS-06 & NP-05) PS-01 : Long Nose (Serrated) PS-03 : Needle Nose (Smooth) Opening Angle Adjuster (NS-04). (Available for NS-06, too) Stepped thin head (NS-06)

Review: Highly recommend these Engineer cutters – excellent value and superb quality. - After many years, my faithful Lindstom side cutters broke – OK, I abused them so it was my fault. But the replacement price was horrendous – about £60. So I decided to try these Engineer side-cutters at a fraction of the price. And I am extremely pleased with my choice. They are high quality, with sharp and precise alignment, excelling in so many areas. I highly recommend these Engineer side-cutters – well made, excellent value and top quality. My first test was to see how close the cutting edges were aligned by shining a light through the blades whilst closed – and they were 100% perfect along the full length of the cutting edges. Then I tried cutting a single sheet of normal 80gr photocopier paper – and they did, to my amazement! Even my Lindstrom side cutters wouldn’t do that. And they feel so much better than my Lindstrom side-cutters – the spring mechanism is positive and the plastic handles are very comfortable. Plus – they are ESD safe – meaning they are safe from electrostatic discharge, so I can repair my processor board in my B&O amplifier without risk of destroying the ESD-sensitive chip. And finally, the all important stamp on the steel – “Made in Japan”. That means pro quality. See how Nikon’s reputation was damaged when they built a factory in China? Thankfully they closed the factory because of quality problems and returned the production to Japan.
Review: Well made and sharp and precise - Had these a while now , so can comment with the assurance these are very good quality , I mainly use these for cutting fine wire and cable ties ( tie wraps) these are perfect for the cable ties where you can cut as close as necessary to prevent that poor cut and sharp edges that catch people out in a poorly cut tie wrap , after the cut you can rub it and it is smooth no sharp bits , excellent for my line of work , recommend these cutters a lot

## Features

- Compact sized - ideal for precise PCB & electronics work, hobbyists, craft work etc.
- Angle opening adjuster (this sets how wide jaws open when released), avoids hand fatigue -ideal for repetitive cutting work.
- Full-flush cutting edge designed for precise cutting of electronic components, copper wire, and soft lead wires
- Sprung handles with comfort ESD safe grips
- Made in Japan

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000TGJSWG |
| Best Sellers Rank | 21,266 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 4 in Nippers |
| Brand | ENGINEER |
| Colour | Silver |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,600 Reviews |
| Cutting Width | 0.26 Centimeters |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04989833030049 |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| Handle material | Alloy Steel |
| Included Components | NS-04 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 5L x 12W centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Micro Nippers |
| Item Weight | 83 Grams |
| Item weight | 83 Grams |
| Manufacturer | engineer inc. |
| Material | Metal |
| Model Number | NS-04 |
| Part Number | NS-04 |
| Product dimensions | 5L x 12W centimetres |
| Specification Met | RoHS |
| UPC | 732454624227 791429472461 798256154478 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Usage | Cutting |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ENGINEER
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Cutting width:** 0.26 Centimeters
- **Grip type:** Ergonomic
- **Handle material:** Alloy Steel
- **Item weight:** 83 Grams
- **Material:** Metal
- **Product dimensions:** 5L x 12W centimetres
- **Specific uses for product:** Cutting
- **Specification met:** RoHS

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: what are the min and max diameter wire it cuts?**
A: this is a precision instrument not for general use. I use it for copper wires, but not thicker than 1mm (17-18AWG)

**Q: what is the cutting capacity for brass, stainless, and music wire?**
A: Copper wire only or similar.

**Q: can these be used to cut came lead?**
A: I wouldn't use these for that. You could probably use these if you tried hard enough, but you probably want a pair of snips that are larger than these. These snips are more for cutting small wires.

**Q: Will these cut steel jewelry wire?**
A: These are not mini bolt cutters.  They are wire cutters.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommend these Engineer cutters – excellent value and superb quality.
*by P***M on 5 May 2020*

After many years, my faithful Lindstom side cutters broke – OK, I abused them so it was my fault. But the replacement price was horrendous – about £60. So I decided to try these Engineer side-cutters at a fraction of the price. And I am extremely pleased with my choice. They are high quality, with sharp and precise alignment, excelling in so many areas. I highly recommend these Engineer side-cutters – well made, excellent value and top quality. My first test was to see how close the cutting edges were aligned by shining a light through the blades whilst closed – and they were 100% perfect along the full length of the cutting edges. Then I tried cutting a single sheet of normal 80gr photocopier paper – and they did, to my amazement! Even my Lindstrom side cutters wouldn’t do that. And they feel so much better than my Lindstrom side-cutters – the spring mechanism is positive and the plastic handles are very comfortable. Plus – they are ESD safe – meaning they are safe from electrostatic discharge, so I can repair my processor board in my B&O amplifier without risk of destroying the ESD-sensitive chip. And finally, the all important stamp on the steel – “Made in Japan”. That means pro quality. See how Nikon’s reputation was damaged when they built a factory in China? Thankfully they closed the factory because of quality problems and returned the production to Japan.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well made and sharp and precise
*by N***L on 19 April 2025*

Had these a while now , so can comment with the assurance these are very good quality , I mainly use these for cutting fine wire and cable ties ( tie wraps) these are perfect for the cable ties where you can cut as close as necessary to prevent that poor cut and sharp edges that catch people out in a poorly cut tie wrap , after the cut you can rub it and it is smooth no sharp bits , excellent for my line of work , recommend these cutters a lot

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good, but!!!
*by A***R on 19 April 2015*

Great little tool. I bought it to keep in my guitar case to trim new stings to length. My only comment is that they could have been better if they could be kept closed when not in use, however the spring mechanism means that they are alwsys open and could do some damage. Asimple clip would remedy this

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