IDEAL-TEK M5E.S.0.ITU High Precision Mini Tweezers Stainless Steel
IDEAL-TEK M5E.S.0.ITU High Precision Mini Tweezers Stainless Steel
IDEAL-TEK M5E.S.0.ITU mini precision tweezers are designed for delicate applications requiring a firm hold on a very small component while maintaining good visibility. The short 80mm body supports a firmer grip and practical close handling. Hard, stiff tips and body are designed to resist bending, while straight, very fine, sharp working points feature a superior finish. Tip dimensions are 0.08mm wide by 0.06mm thick.
Selection notes: S stainless steel is magnetizable, not the anti-magnetic SA grade. The manufacturer lists this model as not ESD safe. Its current product page lists RoHS compliant as “no”; obtain current manufacturer documentation if your purchasing specification requires a RoHS declaration.
Best Uses / Applications
- Delicate positioning of very small components requiring straight access and fine steel contact points.
- Precision assembly and inspection where a short, stiff tool suits close handling.
- Watchmaking, jewelry and laboratory handling where the contact geometry and magnetic properties suit the task.
- Electronics handling after evaluating the work area's electrostatic requirements separately.
Key Features
- Compact 80mm overall length with short, stiff construction.
- Straight, very fine, sharp tips with superior finish.
- 0.08mm tip width and 0.06mm tip thickness.
- S stainless steel with a sandblasted body finish.
- 25mm tip length and 4mm opening gap.
- Conventional squeeze-to-close action; manufactured in Switzerland.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Manufacturer data |
|---|---|
| MTE SKU | M5E.S.0.ITU |
| Manufacturer code | M5E.S.0 |
| Category / style | Mini Tweezers / M5E |
| Tip geometry | Straight, very fine, sharp, superior finish |
| Overall length | 80mm / 3.150in |
| Width × height | 6 × 8.5mm / 0.236 × 0.335in |
| Tip length | 25mm / 0.984in |
| Tip width × thickness | 0.08 × 0.06mm / 0.003 × 0.002in |
| Tip opening gap | 4mm / 0.157in |
| Body material | S stainless steel |
| Material identity | Martensitic 1.4034 / DIN X46Cr13 / AISI 420, per S material sheet |
| Magnetic behavior | Magnetizable |
| Finish | Sandblasted body; superior tip finish |
| Reverse action / ESD safe | No / No |
| Net tool weight | 6g / 0.013lb; not packed shipping weight |
| Country of manufacture | Switzerland |
| RoHS | Manufacturer product page lists “no”; request current documentation for specification-sensitive purchasing |
Selection Comparison
| Model | Dimensions and contact | Selection distinction |
|---|---|---|
| M5E.S.0 | 80mm; straight sharp tips, 0.08 × 0.06mm | Slightly longer mini body than M3E, with narrower but thicker specified points; magnetizable S steel, not ESD safe. |
| M3E.S.0 | 70mm; straight pointed tips, 0.10 × 0.04mm | Shorter mini body and different point dimensions; magnetizable S steel, not ESD safe. |
| SS.SA.0 | 140mm; straight very fine, very sharp tips, 0.12 × 0.09mm | Longer anti-magnetic SA steel tool; not ESD safe. |
Choose length, tip width, thickness and magnetic behavior together. A narrower point is not automatically the best choice for every component or handling force.
Care and Handling
Inspect point alignment and cleanliness before delicate work. Protect the fine ends from impact, prying, twisting and excessive closing pressure. Stiff construction does not make them immune to damage. The S material sheet notes lower corrosion resistance than austenitic or ferritic stainless grades; evaluate cleaning agents and exposure conditions for the actual process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M5E.S.0.ITU designed for?
It is designed to hold very small components firmly in delicate applications while maintaining good visibility.
How long are these mini tweezers?
Overall length is 80mm, approximately 3.15 inches. The tool is 6mm wide and 8.5mm high.
What are the tip dimensions?
The straight, very fine, sharp tips measure 0.08mm wide by 0.06mm thick. The manufacturer lists a 25mm tip length.
How does M5E compare with M3E?
M5E is 80mm long with 0.08 × 0.06mm points; M3E is 70mm long with 0.10 × 0.04mm points. Both use magnetizable S stainless steel and are listed as not ESD safe.
Are these tweezers anti-magnetic or ESD safe?
No. The S material sheet identifies the steel as magnetizable, and the product page lists ESD safe as “no.” Do not substitute this designation for an anti-magnetic or ESD-safe model.
Are these reverse-action tweezers?
No. They use conventional squeeze-to-close action, with a listed 4mm opening gap.
Are they listed as RoHS compliant?
The current manufacturer's product page lists RoHS compliant as “no.” Request current manufacturer documentation if your purchasing requirements depend on this designation.
Where are they made, and why use a short body?
The datasheet identifies Switzerland as the country of manufacture. The manufacturer describes the short body as allowing a firmer grip and greater practicality, with hard, stiff construction designed to resist bending.
Manufacturer Precision-Tweezer Training
Ideal-tek's Episode 5, “How to improve your Tweezer performance?”, is general manufacturer training, not a dedicated M5E.S.0 demonstration.
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Technical Documents
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