Makita DTC100ZK Cordless Close Type Cable Cutter, 18V LXT, Bare Tool

Makita DTC100ZK cordless close-type cable cutter, 18V LXT, supplied as a bare tool in a carry case. Cuts cable up to 500mm² single-core with a 50mm jaw opening.

Specifications

• Maximum blade opening: 50mm (2in)
• Dimensions (L × W × H): 116 × 197 × 363mm
• Net weight: 2.9kg
• Battery: 18V LXT (not included)

Cutting capacity

• 600V-CV: 500mm² single core (38mm diameter)
• 6600V-CV: 500mm² single core (45mm diameter)
• 600V-IV: 500mm² single core (35mm diameter)
• 600V-VVR: 150mm² triple core (47mm diameter)

Why a close-type head

The jaw is a closed ring rather than an open C. The cable is fully captured during the cut, so the conductor cannot roll out or deform sideways as the blade closes. The result is a square, clean cut face — which matters a great deal when the next job is terminating that cable into a lug or a gland.

The trade is that the cable has to be fed in through the end, so it suits cutting to length rather than dropping onto a cable already installed mid-run.

Where it is used

• M&E and electrical installation, cutting large-diameter supply cable to length
• Switchboard and distribution work
• Marine, industrial and infrastructure cabling

Cutting copper this size by hand is slow, hard work and rarely gives a square face. Bare tool — you will need an 18V LXT battery and charger if you do not already run the platform. Browse batteries and chargers, or WhatsApp us at +65 8978 9808.