replaceable tungsten carbide blades, for 1.0 mm to 2.0 mm cables, 7″ (18.0 cm) Hercules-Type Cable Cutter can be used to trim and adjust the length of cables. This instrument features replaceable tungsten carbide blades that can be used on for cables from 1.0 mm to 2.0 mm. Tungsten carbide jaws gives this instrument added strength as it is the hardest metal made for surgical instruments and results in a supremely durable jaw that can be used for sustained cutting. Additionally this instrument is 7″ long and has gold tipped handles.