Plato shears have a thin profile designed for those hard-to-reach areas in electronic assembly. Plato shears use the shear cutting method, which requires 50% less operator's effort and extends cutting life because they shear rather than pinch. ESD safe to protect sensitive components. - The 170L is a remarkable advancement in cutter design. Carefully crafted precision cutting blades combine seamlessly with curved, palm shaped, handles to deliver effortless lead cutting and user comfort.