KNIPEX Tools 98 62 02, Flat Nose Plastic Pliers 1000V Insulated

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They come in many sizes, so consider whether you’ll need to use them in tight or awkward spaces before buying. If you do, look for long handles and noses and slim designs. Pivot point: where the two handles meet and pivot to open and close the jaws. Also called the fulcrum. Wire strippers are available in several designs, including those that self-adjust to cut a range of cable sizes. Some wire strippers also include a blade for cutting and crimping. Professionals. Technicians. Farmers. Hobbyists. Crafters and DIY-ers. Everyone can find the right set of pliers from the specialists at Maun.

Pipe grip: the middle part of the jaws forms a hole for gripping pipe when the jaws are closed. It usually has small teeth for extra grip. Fencing pliers: these jaws have a hammer shape head for hammering staples into wooden fencing. They also have pincers at the top to remove staples and nails, wire grippers for twisting and bending wire and wire cutters on the sides. Each set of pliers is expertly engineered to cut, clamp, crimp, nip, punch and prise with perfect accuracy. Again and again. Wire strippers are those designed to remove the insulated protective coating on electrical wires. They have cutting edges in a circular shape that cuts through the insulation without cutting the wire itself. There are several holes of varying sizes along the cutting edge, each marked with the wire size it can cut. Wire strippers are predominantly used by electricians or other trades who carry out some electrical work.Long nose pliers, also known as needle nose pliers, have long, thin jaws, allowing the user to have greater precision and access areas other types can’t reach. They also have short handles and slim profiles. So, what are needle nose pliers used for? Primarily, they’re used by electricians and engineers to carry out detailed work with wire, such as bending, gripping and cutting wires in confined spaces. But their flexibility and precision also make them an ideal choice for craftspeople and jewellery makers. In this section, we list the popular types of pliers used for various tasks. There are those suitable for different budgets, professionals and DIYers. May not be suitable for use on reusable fasteners as, if you apply too much force, the fasteners will be damaged.

Specialist metal cutting pliers: have a reduced handle span to provide extra pressure for cutting tough metals. Examples include pipe duct cutters for cutting 28-gauge galvanised steel, tin snips for cutting 24-gauge galvanised steel and aviation snips for cutting 22-gauge galvanised steel. These powerful pliers can cut metal as easily as scissors cut paper. Our wide range of gripping tools, hand tools, and pliers are designed for a whole range of jobs you may have, with a diverse product range that includes cutting tools, snips, pincers, crimping pliers, wrenches, and assorted sets. Ideal for both DIY enthusiasts and working professionals. Mini pliers: small versions of other types such as side cutters, long-nose pliers, needle-nose pliers and end cutters. They are useful for crafting tasks, such as jewellery making. Pincers and end cutters: these two types of pliers have rounded jaws that close only at the tip. Pincers are used to pinch, twist or cut wire and pull nails or staples out of wood. End cutters are similar but are more focused on cutting wires, bolts, nails and rivets.All pliers are made from two lengths of shaped metal, which are joined together by a screw at a pivot point, creating a handle on one end, and jaws on the other. Although they come in different shapes and sizes, all have the same basic parts as follows: Circlip pliers: these specialised tools are used to remove or install retaining rings (circlips) in devices such as motors, pistons and turbines.

To choose which handle and jaw length you need, consider the task you are working on. If they need to fit into tight spaces, long handles and jaws are better than short ones. Whether it’s cutting and repairing ball chains, removing olives from pipes or humanely dispatching birds and fish. No matter how niche the task is, we won’t stop until we’ve solved it. Before buying, consider the size of the material you need to grip or clamp, as the maximum jaw width between different models can vary from 20mm to 76mm. Cutters: the bottom part of the jaws with blades for cutting wires and cables and stripping insulation.

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Water pump pliers come in different handle sizes, jaw opening sizes and jaw positions (although most have seven jaw positions). They can also be found under alternative names such as arc joint pliers, tongue and groove pliers, slip joint pliers, pipe spanners and ‘pumps’. Our tools are made using the highest quality materials, and we're a verified UK manufacturer. Useful for mechanics working on cars, carpenters dealing with wood, electricians dealing with wire stripping or electrical cables and connectors, and farmers dealing with wire farm fencing. Jewellery hobbyists love our smooth jaw pliers, while model-making enthusiasts like our flat nose pliers for maximum control on tough materials. Our long nose pliers allow you to get into higher areas too. Maun is a popular choice for jewellery making tools and supplies.