{"product_id":"tajima-varix-smooth-cut-snips-manual-cable-and-conduit-cutting-snips-with-safety-lock-dk-bm50","title":"Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips Manual Cable and Conduit Cutting Snips with Safety Lock (DK-BM50)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/cutting-capacity.svg\" alt=\"cutting-capacity\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuts Tough Plastic Cleanly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eLarge forged blades are built to slice through plastic conduit, cable ducts, and wire molding without the ragged edge you get from lighter snips. That means less cleanup and faster installs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/lock-on-switch.svg\" alt=\"lock-on-switch\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Handed Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe spring mechanism opens the Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips after each cut, and the one-touch safety lock makes it easy to pocket or store between tasks. Good setup for repetitive cutting on trim-out work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Grip on the Job\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eNon-slip elastomer handles help you keep control when you're working fast or wearing gloves. Deburring grooves and a lanyard hole add practical jobsite touches instead of gimmicks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips\u003c\/strong\u003e, model \u003cstrong\u003eDK-BM50\u003c\/strong\u003e, are professional cutting snips built for electricians, low-voltage installers, and anyone trimming plastic conduit, cable ducts, cord covers, or wire molding. This is a \u003cstrong\u003esnips tool designed for cutting plastic conduit and cable management material cleanly\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your work involves neat finish cuts on non-metal cable routing products, this tool is aimed right at that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhat matters here is blade shape and cutting force. Tajima uses robust large blades with a Japanese blade design focused on sharpness and strength, so these snips are made to bite through resin pipe and plastic raceway material without crushing it. The listed capacity is up to \u003cstrong\u003e1.26 inches wide\u003c\/strong\u003e for wire moldings made from plastic materials and up to \u003cstrong\u003e1.18 inches in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e for plastic corrugated conduit or flexible conduit. For cable work, they are also rated for \u003cstrong\u003eAWG 10, 5.5 mm², 3-core SOOW and SJOOW cable\u003c\/strong\u003e, which gives you a clear idea of where they fit in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe spring-loaded mechanism is not just there for comfort. On repetitive cuts, it reduces the effort needed to reopen the handles, which helps keep your pace up during rough-in or finish work. Pair that with the one-touch safety lock and you get a tool that is faster to use and easier to put away between cuts. That matters when you're up a ladder, moving room to room, or working out of a pouch instead of a bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eTajima also got the handle design right for real use. The non-slip elastomer grip gives you better control when your hands are dusty or you're wearing light gloves, and the lanyard attachment hole is a smart addition for overhead work or crowded commercial jobsites where dropped tools become a problem fast. These are small details, but they're the kind of details that separate a decent cutting tool from one you actually keep reaching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAnother useful feature is the built-in deburring grooves. After the cut, you can clean up the edge instead of reaching for another hand tool, which saves time when you're fitting conduit, raceway, or covers that need a cleaner finished edge. On jobs where appearance counts, especially exposed runs and retrofit work, that is a practical benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e0.4 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, these snips stay light enough for all-day carry without feeling flimsy. They are made in \u003cstrong\u003eJapan\u003c\/strong\u003e, which lines up with Tajima's reputation for sharp cutting tools and solid manufacturing. This is not a general-purpose demolition cutter or heavy metal snip. It is a purpose-built plastic conduit and cable duct cutting tool for users who want cleaner results and more control than a utility knife or basic shears can give them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIf you regularly install surface raceway, trim plastic cord covers, or cut flexible conduit on service and finish work, this tool makes sense. It is especially well suited for electrical, communications, security, and clean install work where cut quality matters. For rough chop-anything abuse, buy something else. For controlled, repeatable cuts in plastic materials, this is exactly the kind of specialist hand tool worth owning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-1\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClean Cuts for Conduit and Wire Molding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052033_2.jpg\" alt=\"Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips cutting plastic wire molding during electrical installation work for a clean finish edge\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThese snips are built around one job: making cleaner, more controlled cuts in plastic cable-management material than you can get from a knife or general shop shears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eRated for plastic wire molding up to 1.26 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eRated for plastic corrugated or flexible conduit up to 1.18 inches in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eLarge forged blades increase cutting force for tough resin materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFaster Repeats, Less Hand Fatigue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052033_5.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips spring mechanism at the pivot for repeated one-handed cutting on the jobsite\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe spring-loaded action helps reopen the tool after each cut, which keeps your hand moving instead of fighting the handles back open every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eSpring mechanism supports repetitive cutting tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eOne-touch safety lock secures the snips for storage and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eGood fit for punch-list, trim-out, and repetitive install work\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Controlled Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052033_1.jpg\" alt=\"Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips product view showing large curved blades and non-slip elastomer grip for conduit and cable duct cutting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eHandle grip and blade geometry matter on a tool like this. Tajima kept the weight down and gave it a secure feel, so the cut stays controlled instead of sketchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eNon-slip elastomer grips improve hold and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eLight 0.4 lb weight is easy to carry and use all day\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eLanyard attachment hole helps secure the tool when working overhead\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-4\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePurpose-Built Blade Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052033_4.jpg\" alt=\"Open Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips showing blade shape and cutting opening for plastic conduit and cord cover work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThis is not a do-everything cutter. It is a dedicated plastic-cutting snip designed to leave a better edge on the materials electricians and installers deal with every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eJapanese blade design focused on sharpness and strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eDeburring grooves help clean up the cut edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eBest suited to conduit, cable ducts, cord covers, and similar plastic materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e(1) Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSmooth Cut Snips\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eModel Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eDK-BM50\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWeight (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e0.4 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaximum Wire Molding Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1.26 in (32 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaximum Plastic Conduit Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1.18 in (30 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eCable Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eAWG 10 (5.5 mm²) × 3 cores for SOOW \/ SJOOW cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eNon-slip elastomer grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMade In\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eElectrical\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eLow-Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eCable Management\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePlastic Conduit Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWire Molding Installation\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eService Work\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eWhen you're cutting surface raceway or cord cover, make your finish cut with the material fully seated in the blade curve instead of just nicking the front edge. You'll get a straighter cut and make better use of the blade's leverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e\n          No manufacturer's warranty is listed for this product.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eWhy the Tajima VARIX Smooth Cut Snips Earn a Spot in the Bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of specialty cutter that saves time every single day if you work with plastic conduit, raceway, or cord cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electricians, low-voltage installers, service techs, and remodelers who want cleaner cuts on plastic cable-routing materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The large forged blades, spring-loaded action, deburring grooves, and solid grip make it more useful than generic shears for this specific work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a purpose-built plastic-cutting tool, not a universal cutter. If your main goal is neat conduit and wire molding cuts, that's exactly why it makes sense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials are these snips designed to cut?\u003c\/strong\u003e They are designed for plastic materials such as conduit, flexible conduit, cable ducts, cord covers, and wire molding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum cutting size for plastic wire molding?\u003c\/strong\u003e The listed capacity is up to 1.26 inches (32 mm) wide for plastic wire molding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan they cut cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. They are rated for AWG 10 (5.5 mm²) 3-core SOOW and SJOOW cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo they have a locking mechanism?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. They feature a one-touch safety lock and a spring mechanism for easier one-handed use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tajima","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53231570452774,"sku":"DK-BM50","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/2026052033_1.jpg?v=1779327382","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/tajima-varix-smooth-cut-snips-manual-cable-and-conduit-cutting-snips-with-safety-lock-dk-bm50","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}