EHS Guy Wire Cutter. Cuts 1/2" Extra High Strength (EHS) and standard guy wire. Cuts 1/2" (12.7 mm) mild steel rods and bolts. Has two cutting actions - single-motion cutting for small cable, ratchet action for heavy-duty cutting. Anti-slip mechanism for positive ratchet action. EHS Guy Wire Cutter. Cuts 1/2" Extra High Strength (EHS) and standard guy wire. Cuts 1/2" (12.7 mm) mild steel rods and bolts. Has two cutting actions - single-motion cutting for small cable, ratchet action for heavy-duty cutting. Anti-slip mechanism for positive ratchet action.