Diagonal cutting pliers are used for cutting wire and small pins in areas that cannot be reached by larger cutting tools. Because the cutting edges are diagonally offset about 15 degrees, these can cut objects flush with a surface.

What is the difference between side cutters and diagonal cutters?

One of the key differences is that diagonal cutters are often better suited to smaller, more delicate cutting tasks, whereas side cutters are ideally suited to larger-scale applications. While this isn't always the case, it is useful to know as a general rule.

Are diagonal pliers the same as side cutters?

Diagonal pliers are specifically used to cut wire. They have various names, i.e. side pliers, side cutting pliers or diags. ... These pliers are so called for its intersecting jaws cut wire at an angle. Unlike pairs of scissors, they do not only cut the wire, but they can form indentations and wedges in the wire.