{"id":13746,"date":"2024-01-16T05:59:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T03:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schluesseldienst-muenchen.de\/unkategorisiert\/was-ist-ein-bolzenschneider-der-bolzenschneider-einfach-erklaert\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T04:05:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T02:05:30","slug":"what-is-a-bolt-cutter-a-simple-explanation-of-bolt-cutters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schluesseldienst-muenchen.de\/en\/glossary\/what-is-a-bolt-cutter-a-simple-explanation-of-bolt-cutters\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a bolt cutter? A simple explanation of bolt cutters!"},"content":{"rendered":"

A bolt cutter is a tool used for cutting metal. A standard bolt cutter is operated with both arms, but there are also small compact bolt cutters that can be operated using the thumb and fingers of a single hand. Thanks to its double-lever mechanism, a bolt cutter is highly effective and allows a great amount of force to be applied to the metal being cut. <\/p>\n

\"What<\/p>\n

Applications of Bolt Cutters<\/h2>\n

Bolt cutters have a wide range of applications. They are suitable for cutting all kinds of metal and steel objects, such as screws, pins, wires, chains, and\u2014as the name suggests\u2014bolts. With a compact bolt cutter, you can cut through metal and steel objects, while particularly large bolt cutters designed for professional use can even cut through automobiles. They are commonly used by emergency services and fire departments. <\/p>\n

Unfortunately, thieves and burglars also use bolt cutters when they want to cut through a bicycle lock or a padlock, for example. This is something worth keeping in mind. If you own a very valuable bicycle that could be attractive to thieves, we recommend not relying solely on a simple cable lock, as it can be cut through with a bolt cutter in a matter of seconds. Instead, use heavy-duty chain locks or U-locks. <\/p>\n

Amper Ausfperrdienst: Your 24\/7 Locksmith for All Emergencies<\/h2>\n

The Munich Locksmith \u2013 Mario Pichelmaier<\/u><\/a> is your contact for all matters relating to keys, doors, and locks. Most often, people need our help when they can no longer get into their homes because they have forgotten or lost their key<\/u><\/a>, or because it has broken off inside the lock<\/u><\/a>. In such situations, we come to your assistance immediately after you contact us by phone. <\/p>\n

The locksmith who answers your call sets off right away and usually arrives within about 30 minutes. The work itself generally does not take long and is almost always completed without causing any damage. We rarely need to use drills, and we almost never need a bolt cutter. <\/p>\n

If you are standing outside your house or apartment and cannot get back inside, we will come to help at any time\u2014even on Sundays, public holidays, or in the middle of the night. In our opinion, being unable to enter your home is a genuine emergency, and we never leave anyone without help in an emergency! <\/p>\n

Improve Your Burglary Protection: So Even Criminals with Bolt Cutters Are Outmatched<\/h2>\n

As an experienced professional company specializing in burglary protection<\/u><\/a>, we can also help you secure your belongings or property so effectively that even someone equipped with a bolt cutter will have a difficult time stealing from you or breaking into your home. We are happy to visit your property and assess everything that needs to be protected with a professional eye. We then recommend security measures that we believe are beneficial and practical for your situation, such as high-security locks, alarm systems, crossbar locks<\/u><\/a>, and more. If you like our proposal, we will gladly install these security devices for you. We promise to use only high-quality products from reputable manufacturers that we personally trust as professionals. <\/p>\n

Always Fair to Our Customers: We Offer Transparent Fixed Prices!<\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, some locksmith services have gained a poor reputation for overcharging or even deceiving their customers. For example, they advertise low prices and then add so many extra charges to the final bill that the service becomes excessively expensive. We strongly reject such unfair practices and guarantee that the price shown on our invoice will never differ from the price agreed upon with you. <\/p>\n

When you speak with one of our locksmiths and explain your issue or request, they will immediately calculate a fixed price<\/u><\/a> and provide you with a quote. This is based on their professional experience. Once quoted, that price will not change\u2014it will appear on the invoice exactly as agreed. If additional charges apply, such as a nighttime surcharge, we communicate them transparently from the very beginning so that you always know exactly what costs to expect. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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