Cutting wire/cable in close quarters

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I need to cut some steel wire/cable (the type that's a bunch of little wires twisted together–not sure the technical term for it). The wire is maybe a bit more than 1/16in in diameter.

The access is pretty limited. The wire is set back a few inches from an opening that's only 3 inches wide and 4 inches tall.

I've tried cutting it with some cheap snippers: they aren't powerful enough. I'm not sure I'd be able to fit some real bolt cutters or the like.

What might I use? A narrow hacksaw blade and some elbow grease?

Best Answer

You could try a wire rope cutter like the Felco C2.