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product_id: 349538669
title: "precision compact side cutters, professional grade with hardened carbon steel jaws (PCB side snips). Made in Japan. ns-03"
brand: "engineer"
price: "€ 24.99"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Engineer"
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# Adjustable jaw opening angle 2.6mm cutting capacity Hardened carbon steel jaws precision compact side cutters, professional grade with hardened carbon steel jaws (PCB side snips). Made in Japan. ns-03

**Brand:** engineer
**Price:** € 24.99
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✂️ Cut with confidence, crafted for pros.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** precision compact side cutters, professional grade with hardened carbon steel jaws (PCB side snips). Made in Japan. ns-03 by engineer
- **How much does it cost?** € 24.99 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/349538669-precision-compact-side-cutters-professional-grade-with-hardened-carbon-steel)

## 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

- • **Ergonomic Comfort Grip:** Designed for extended use with a comfortable handle that fits perfectly in your hand.
- • **Precision Cutting Power:** Razor-sharp carbon steel jaws slice through 2.6mm copper wire with surgical accuracy.
- • **Spring-Loaded Efficiency:** Coiled spring mechanism reduces hand fatigue during continuous, high-volume tasks.
- • **Customizable Cutting Control:** Adjustable jaw opening angle lets you tailor each cut for repetitive, flawless results.
- • **Trusted Japanese Craftsmanship:** Made in Japan by a renowned precision toolmaker, ensuring durability and reliability.

## Overview

ENGINEER NS-03 compact side cutters combine precision-engineered hardened carbon steel jaws with ergonomic design and an adjustable jaw gap, making them ideal for detailed PCB work and repetitive cutting tasks. Manufactured in Japan, these professional-grade snips deliver consistent, clean cuts up to 2.6mm copper wire, backed by decades of trusted craftsmanship.

## Description

Professional grade compact side cutters / snips manufactured by a long established and highly regarded Japanese precision hand tool company. These cutters have a comfort grip handles and razor sharp, precise hardened carbon steel jaws. The cutters have sprung handles & a jaw angle opening adjuster (which sets the maximum opening jaw gap with the handles released - ideal for repetitive cutting work). The manafacturer refer to these as micro nippers, but at 128mm long, they are only marginally smaller than most pcb side cutters (please refer to the drawing in the picture gallery for overall dimensions)

Review: Prodotto di alta qualità - Copio la recensione del mod. nd. 04 perchè entrambi i tronchesi sono stati acquistati contemporaneamente per verificarne le caratteristiche. Prodotto eccellente, prima di provare questo prodotto, il reparto della mia azienda ha dovuto testare diversi tronchesi che nonostante il prezzo alto, non avevano una lunga durata. Questo prodotto con fascia di prezzo medio alta risulta eccellente. Tagli precisi anche dopo svariati utilizzi. Consigliato! Unico neo, l'impugnatura è un po' piccola e per chi lo deve usare in modo intensivo, può stancare un po' la mano.
Review: My favourite cutters - This is my second purchase of these after a friend lost my original pair. At least, she claims she lost them! Was glad to be able to get the same ones after 10 years as they were prefect for me, and the new pair are just as good. A nice size for my small hands, and the best cutters I’ve used. I mainly use them for jewellery making but have also used them to mend electric fencing and anything that needs a bit of extra strength to cut (also good for toenails!)

## Features

- Ideal for small PCB related work
- Cutting Capacity : dia. 2.6mm Copper Wire
- With coiled spring, helpful for repeated work
- With opening angle adjuster to control the opening gap of the blade tips.
- Made in Japan

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001D7MED0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13,269 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #1 in Nippers |
| Brand | ENGINEER |
| Brand Name | ENGINEER |
| Color | Black |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 150 Reviews |
| Cutting width | 2.6 Millimeters |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04989833030032 |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Handle Material | High Carbon Steel |
| Handle material | High Carbon Steel |
| Included Components | NS-03 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 5.4L x 12.8W centimeters |
| Item Type Name | NIPPERS |
| Item Weight | 0.07 Kilograms |
| Item height | 0.8 centimeters |
| Item weight | 0.07 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | engineer inc. |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Material Type | Carbon Steel |
| Model Number | NS-03 |
| Product dimensions | 5.4L x 12.8W centimeters |
| Specific Uses For Product | Cutting, Twisting |
| Specification Met | RoHS |
| UPC | 791429260358 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Images

![precision compact side cutters, professional grade with hardened carbon steel jaws (PCB side snips). Made in Japan. ns-03 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51NKAnPGuDL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Prodotto di alta qualità
*by U***A on 19 November 2015*

Copio la recensione del mod. nd. 04 perchè entrambi i tronchesi sono stati acquistati contemporaneamente per verificarne le caratteristiche. Prodotto eccellente, prima di provare questo prodotto, il reparto della mia azienda ha dovuto testare diversi tronchesi che nonostante il prezzo alto, non avevano una lunga durata. Questo prodotto con fascia di prezzo medio alta risulta eccellente. Tagli precisi anche dopo svariati utilizzi. Consigliato! Unico neo, l'impugnatura è un po' piccola e per chi lo deve usare in modo intensivo, può stancare un po' la mano.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favourite cutters
*by T***S on 2 May 2021*

This is my second purchase of these after a friend lost my original pair. At least, she claims she lost them! Was glad to be able to get the same ones after 10 years as they were prefect for me, and the new pair are just as good. A nice size for my small hands, and the best cutters I’ve used. I mainly use them for jewellery making but have also used them to mend electric fencing and anything that needs a bit of extra strength to cut (also good for toenails!)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ein präziser Elektronik-Seitenschneider zum angemessenen Preis
*by F***0 on 30 March 2016*

Der Seitenschneider NS-03 von ENGINEER entspricht genau der (etwas holperig formulierten) Beschreibung des Anbieters. Ich verwende ihn bestimmungsgemäß ausschließlich für Kupferdraht und -litze. Die erzielten Schnittflächen sind eben mit einem winzigen Mittelgrat. Die sehr präzise geschliffenen Schneiden besitzen nämlich eine kaum wahrnehmbare Wate, die für eine längere Standzeit sorgen dürfte. Der Seitenschneider eignet sich gut zum bündigen Kappen von Drahtenden an Lötstellen. Er macht bei aller Präzision einen robusten Eindruck und liegt gut in der Hand. Der einstellbare Öffnungswinkel erhöht den Komfort der Handhabung. Insgesamt ein wirklich empfehlenswertes Werkzeug.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-11*