FELCO C3 - One-Hand Cable Cutter - Steel Wire/Cable up to 3.5mm

FELCO C3 One-Hand Cable Cutter - Steel Wire/Cable up to 3.5mm

The FELCO C3 is a high-precision, industrial-grade cable cutter designed for those who require clean, effortless cutting of small-diameter steel wire and cable. Compact and lightweight, this tool is engineered for one-handed operation, making it a favorite for professionals in the construction, marine, and aeronautical industries. Utilizing FELCO’s legendary triangular cutting action, the C3 shears through cable without crushing or splaying the strands, ensuring the wire remains perfectly round and ready for terminal fitting. With its hardened steel construction and ergonomic design, the C3 is the standard for precision wire work where accuracy and durability are paramount.

Best For Electricians, DIY enthusiasts, and marine technicians who need a compact, professional-grade tool for cutting steel wire, spring wire, and small cables without fraying.

Key Features

• Triangular Cutting System: Features FELCO’s world-renowned triangular cut, which progressively compresses and shears the cable from three sides, preventing the wire from flattening or unravelling.

• Hardened Steel Components: The blades and center bolt are crafted from premium induction-hardened steel, ensuring a long life of service and the ability to handle high-tensile materials.

• Optimized Leverage: Despite its small size, the handle geometry is designed to provide maximum mechanical advantage, allowing for smooth, easy cuts with minimal hand effort.

• Ergonomic Pressed Steel Handles: Features non-slip, phthalate-free handle grips that provide comfort and control, even during repetitive use in challenging environments.

• Precision Adjustment: Equipped with a high-quality bolt and nut that allows for precise alignment of the blades, ensuring consistent cutting performance throughout the tool's life.

Specifications

• Brand: FELCO (Made in Switzerland)

• Model: FELCO C3 (Small One-Hand Cable Cutter)

• Cutting Capacity: Up to 3.5mm (0.14 inches) for steel cable / 2mm for spring wire

• Length: 190mm (7.5 inches)

• Weight: 270g (9.5 oz)

• Handle Material: Pressed steel with ergonomic plastic coating

Ideal For (Uses)

• Steel Cable Cutting: Ideal for architectural wire balustrades, bike cables, and small rigging where a clean end is required for swaging.

• Spring Wire Work: Capable of cutting through hardened spring wire used in mechanical components and hobbyist projects.

• Electrical & Telecom: A precision tool for cutting various types of reinforced wire and cabling in technical installations.

• Workshop Utility: A robust, pocket-sized cutter that serves as a high-quality alternative to standard pliers for all wire-cutting tasks.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Oversized, heavy, and structural goods ship via specialist freight. Freight is calculated at checkout from estimated packaged volumetric or physical weight. Carrier depot audits may adjust the rate — if the increase exceeds 10%, we will contact you before processing.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup — default method
✔ Direct delivery — requires an operational forklift on site unless Tailgate Delivery has been specifically requested and quoted (contact us — this cannot be selected at checkout)
✔ Tailgate hydraulic lift delivery — must be specifically requested; contact us for a quote (not available as a checkout option; extra fees apply; required if you do not have a forklift)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Any carton or consignment over 25–30kg (or over 200cm) must be palletised
• Without a specifically requested and paid Tailgate Delivery quote, palletised freight requires a forklift on site — otherwise the carrier will redirect to the nearest depot
• Bulky and oversized items cannot be delivered to a PO Box — provide a physical street address
• Failed deliveries, locked gates, unattended sites, or incorrect business/forklift declarations may incur carrier redelivery, demurrage, and restocking fees as set out in our Terms & Conditions

Business Delivery:

• Selecting a business/commercial delivery rate warrants that the address has an operational forklift and certified operator during business hours
• If the carrier cannot unload, the consignment may be redirected to a depot and secondary fees may apply
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

See our Terms & Conditions (Article 8) for full freight and delivery rules.

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse is a logistics hub, not a retail showroom. Listing a product online does not mean it is stored at our Thomastown warehouse — many lines ship from supplier hubs (split fulfilment may apply).

How lead times work:

• Product page ETA: The Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) / lead-time badge shown on the product page at checkout is the agreed delivery timeframe for that order under Australian Consumer Law.
• Metro baselines: Advertised ETAs apply to standard metropolitan zones. Regional and remote addresses may take longer and may attract surcharges.
• Peak seasons: Orders in March–May, August–October, EOFY (June), Black Friday/Cyber Monday (November), and Christmas/New Year (December–January) may automatically add a 2–4 week buffer beyond the product page ETA.
• Supplier-dependent / backordered items: If stock is delayed, we will notify you with a revised ETA. You then have 7 days to accept the new timeframe or cancel for a full refund.
• Adloheat: Custom-made products from Adloheat (Pakenham, VIC) may take 4–12 weeks depending on the order.

Full fulfilment, cancellation, and freight rules are in our Terms & Conditions.

Biosecurity & Interstate Shipping Restrictions

Due to strict state biosecurity regulations, we are unable to ship some products to certain states and territories:

• Potting Mixes cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA), the Northern Territory (NT), or Tasmania (TAS).
• Seeds cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA).

Orders placed for these items to restricted states will be cancelled and refunded. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the items being ordered can lawfully be delivered to their state or territory.