Threaded rod cutters give a fast, clean cut on soft steel threaded rod and eliminate the need for grinding or filing. Threaded rod is commonly used on construction sites to secure pipe, conduit, duct work, and other construction elements. Head is made of forged alloy steel while cutting dies are heat-treated for strength. Powder-coated, painted handle features a drilled hole on the lower handle for permanent mounting to a bench top or other surface. There’s also a comfort handle grip on the upper handle. TRC2D features two cutting spots for 1/2" or 3/8".