Swanstrom
Tools USA
OUR MISSION
To profit with our partners by increasing
productivity with precision quality
ergonomic tools.
OUR PROMISE
We promise our customers simply the finest, most
ergonomic and durable tools for their industrial require-
ments, and to serve them accurately, on time, and with
the highest ethical standards.
Soft Touch
TM
handles set our tools apart from the compe-
tition. Precision shaping, honing and other finishes con-
form exactly to each user’s unique requirements.
Factory use proves our long edge and bearing life.
Comfort of our ESD safe textured foam is immediately
obvious and best for users’ product quality and people,
thereby reducing their tool costs, workers comp costs,
and total costs.
OUR WARRANTY
We warrant these products free of defects in material or
workmanship for a tool lifetime of normal use, often many
years. Any product failing to satisfy the customer should
be reported to our Sales Manager, who will quickly get the
customer satisfied while directing the complaints, tools,
and questions to quality manager for thorough analysis.
If inspection shows that the product failed to meet new
tool specifications, we will repair, replace, or credit (our
option). Abused or altered tools are not covered.
OUR QUALITY AND ERGONOMICS
Our specialties are long life, user friendly tools, for high
tech industries and people who use tools intensely.
Swanstrom Tools soon prove themselves to operators,
engineers, ergonomists, buyers and distributors.
Strength and long life starts in our steel. Smoother bear-
ings, sharper blades, beautiful ergo black finishes and
Introduction to Swanstrom Tools USA
Feature
Super cutters are forged out of high chromium, high car-
bon, 52100 grade ball bearing steel.
Swanstrom pioneered ergonomic handles for the electron-
ic hand tool industry.
All Swanstrom Super, Spartan, and STUSA forged tools
are manufactured in the USA.
Egronomic handle designs combined with many choices
of edges and bevels.
Super cutters have induction hardened (HRC65) cutting
edges.
Factory reconditioning of all Super Tools and many com-
petitors tools with fast turn-around time.
Scrivet joints
TM
.
Specialty tool design and manufacture.
Super Tools feature adjustable leaf springs and option of
positive adjustable stops.
Multiple spring options available for Super Tools.
Benefit
Best steel for combined durability (wear) and reliability
(life).
Ergonomic handles reduce the probability of CTD’s.
American jobs for American workers.
Provides ease of operator use.
Long life, more cuts.
Facilitates ISO 14000 compliance. Extends life of tool.
Reduces cost per cut.
Allows for easy readjustment of joint.
Tools for unique applications.
Provides flexibility for the operator.
Leaf springs - adjustable.
Coil springs - field replaceable.
Appropriate for bench use in static sensitive areas.
Prevents cut wire from falling into components.
All Swanstrom Super Tools are ESD safe.
We offer leadcatchers.
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Table of Contents
General Information:
Ergonomics, Tool Head and Tip Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Tool Life, Capacities, Abbreviations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Diagonal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5
Reverse Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Angle End . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Transverse End. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Anvil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Long Nose Tip Cutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Strippers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stand-Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Snipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Long Nose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Flat Nose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Needle Nose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Curve Nose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
Cutters:
Pliers:
Round Nose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Straightening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Forming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Plizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Tweezers:
Tweezers (Ergonomic—ESD Safe) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
SMD Tweezers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Plizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electronic Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17, Back Pocket
Electronic Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 19
Hand Tool Reconditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Pocket
Spartan:
STUSA:
Reconditioning:
Index
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Connecting with Swanstrom:
Swanstrom Tools USA
3300 James Day Avenue
Superior, WI 54880-5526
Web site:
Email:
Phone:
Toll Free:
Fax:
www.swanstromtoolsusa.com
sales@swanstromtools.com
(715) 392-9231
(800) 287-8872
(715) 392-9233
Credit Cards accepted: American Express, MasterCard and Visa
Copyright © 2002 by Swanstrom Tools USA
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Ergonomic Considerations
Ergonomic tools allow people to work safely and cost effec-
tively. Tools should be selected based on the operator and
task to be performed.
Size, weight and handle form and opening should be com-
fortable to the employee. Generally, smaller sized tools are
more comfortable for smaller hands and larger tools are more
effective with larger hands.
Swanstrom electronic tools
are available in sizes 3 to 7
dependent upon tool type.
Head, Tip, and Edge Options
The many tool heads, angles and tip shapes, and edges allow
tool choices based on arm and hand position to maximize
visibility, ergonomics, and economics. Generally a tool with
a larger head lasts longer.
Tip Shape
• Oval
• Oval Slim
• Taper
• Taper Slim
- the most durable
- for getting into smaller spaces
- also for getting into very small spaces
- most versatile but weaker tips
AA = cross sectional area of steel .125" back
100 = % = 69
.014 = in
2
= .010
Handles
• Traditional Shorts for less repetitive
work areas with restricted access. A
traditional style handle can also be
an operator’s preference. Typical
width: 2.0"
71 = % = 53
.010 = in
2
= .007
Ergonomics, Tool Head & Tip Shape
• Double Ergonomic (E)
disperse and minimize pressure.
Extended handle lengths are avail-
able. Typical width: Sizes 4
& 5: 1.75"; Size 6–1.95"; Size
7–2.13"
• Pistol Grip (EPR or EPL) are excel-
lent for highly repetitive tasks. They
help maintain normal wrist alignment,
reducing potential for carpal tunnel and
disperse pressure on the hand; Pistol grips
further reduce strain and fatigue by
allowing all four fingers
to be used.
• Angle end and curved nose cutters - the most task specific.
• Leverage and Tip Control - operator effort minimized by
using the shortest jaw length possible for the task.
Edge Type
• Bevel – cuts where pinch or spike
is not critical, longest life, most
pressure to cut
• Flush – reduces pinch, spike and
squeeze pressure
• Super Flush – produces minimal
spike and shock transmittal, more
ergonomic, less squeeze
• Super Flush, Super Sharp – pro-
duces least spike, most ergonom-
ic and easiest to squeeze
• Near Shear – leaves a slight
deformation and step left on the
cut, reduces force required to cut.
• Pure Shear – no spike, small side
deformation, easiest cut
Handle Features
• Handle diameter
distributes the pressure
over a larger hand sur-
face and eases pick up.
• Double action leaf springs are soft touch and adjustable,
minimizing the force and pressure on the hand.
• Static Dissipative Soft Touch™ foam handles distribute
hand pressure evenly while protecting sensitive components
from electro-static discharge.
Spring Choices Include:
• Double adjustable leaf
• Coils
• Stand-Off Shear – minimizes
shock, leaves no spike and pro-
duces consistent “stand off ” lead
lengths
• Stand-Off Bend/Cut
All Handles are ESD Safe
(Static Dissipative)
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Tool Life Expectancy
Tool attributes that give Swanstroms longest life:
• High chrome, high carbon alloy steel for bearings and
edges. Aircraft grade bearing quality E52100 steel harden-
able to HRC 65 and subsequently tempered.
• Edge angles for ease of cut and edge life (10 choices).
• Longer handles for leverage and pressure distribution.
• Wider bodies for better bearing properties and strength.
• Very hard cut edges for edge life (HRC 65, tempered).
• Scrivets™ for lubricity, adjustability, cleanliness.
• Stainless adjustable leaf springs welded in place.
Tools are scientifically inspected and tested at key production
stages. Touch tests are performed on tool edges, tip, joints
and springs to ensure ideal function.
Many years of lab and field testing prove that Swanstrom
cutters used within design limits, give well over 1,000,000
clean cuts on common lead material such as .020 tinned
copper.
Abbreviations for Tool Head Descriptions
Anvil
A
Bevel/Semi Flush BSF
Bend Cut
BC
Bypass
BP
Concave
CV
Convex
CX
Curved
C
Double
D
Double End
DE
Extra Long
EL
Fine
FN
Fine Tip
FT
Flat Nose
FLN
Flat/Round
F/R
Flush
F
Full Flush
FF
Hose Clamp
HC
High Leverage
Jaw Relief
Long Nose
Long Slim
Micro
Mini
Near Shear
Needle Nose
Nipper
Oval
Oval Slim
Relieved
Round
Round Nose
Scissor
Serrated
Shear
HL
JR
LN
LS
MI
M
NS
NN
N
OV
OS
RE
R
RN
SC
SER
S
Short Nose
SN
Slim
SL
Smooth
SM
Snipe Nose
SNP
Special Radius
SR
Step
ST
Stress Relief
STR
Submini
SU
Super Flush
SPRF
Taper
T
Taper Relieved TR
Tip Cut
TC
Ultra Fine
UF
V Notch
V
Variable Jaw
VJ
Special radiused edges to meet DOD 2000 Specs are avail-
able by adding the suffix SR to the part number.
Tool Life, Capacities, Abbreviations
Tool Maintenance:
For better tool life, perform proper easy local maintenance.
• Oil joints regularly. An occasional single drop is wise.
• Oil joint and Scrivet™ before adjustment.
• Protect spring-to-handle weld if adjusting leaf spring.
• Cut only material the tool is designed to cut.
• Use proper size tools for parts being cut. Use larger tools
for larger and harder parts.
• Keep tools with stops adjusted for type of material cut.
• Keep tools sharp and well serviced. Use Swanstrom Tool
Service. (all brands)
Cutting Capacities
Gage in
mm
Part Numbers
S185E
S171E, S171, S219E, S219, S223E, S223
S170E, S170, S212E, S212, S215E, S215,
S218E, S218, S224E, S224, S225E, S225,
S482E, S482
S202E, S202, S203E, S203, S205B,
S213E, S213, S233E, S233, S234E, S234,
S291, S402E, S402, S423E, S423, S432E,
S432, S483E, S483, S485E, S485, S491E,
S491, S492E, S492, S605E, S605
S201E, S201, S205E, S205, S405E, S405,
S412E, S412, S413E, S413, S414E, S414,
S420E, S420, S421E, S421, S422E, S422,
S430E, S430, S431E, S431, S435E, S435,
SC15E
S410E, S410, S411E, S411, S415E, S415,
S416E, S416, S512E, S512, S513E, S513,
S514E, S514, S516E, S516, S520E, S520,
S521E, S521
S510E, S510, S511E, S511, S515E, S515,
S534E, S534, S535E, S535, S612E,
S613E, S614E, S616E, S620E, S621E
S610E, S611E, S615E, SC5E, SC17E,
ST5E, SV5E, SV5ESP
S700E, S710E
S350E, S350, S351E, S351
SC7E, ST7E, SV7E
32 0.007 0.2
24 0.020 0.6
22 0.025 0.6
20 0.032 0.8
Don’ts:
• Don’t force a tight, stiff joint. (oil it)
• Don’t cut material for which tool was not designed.
• Don’t pull on springs without protecting the weld under
the plastic (rotate-bend for more pressure).
• Don’t improperly grind. Heat and the wrong touch will
quickly damage tool beyond repair, may soften the edges,
and void warranty.
• Don’t forget Swanstrom Tool Service. 1-800-287-8872
18 0.040 1.0
16 0.050 1.3
14 0.060 1.6
12 0.080 2.0
11 0.090 2.3
9 0.114 2.9
2 0.258 6.6
All Serviced Tools Are Returned ESD Safe
(Static Dissipative)
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