Pliers, Pincers and concrete nippers
Pliers & Cutters Pliers and wire cutters stand as indispensable handheld tools utilized regularly by both professionals and DIY enthusiasts, owing to their versatility across a wide range of tasks.
These tools excel in various manipulation tasks including gripping, pulling, shearing, stripping, and wire cutting, making them invaluable in numerous industries.
From insulated pliers ensuring electricians' safety to long-nose pliers reaching into tight spaces, the options cater to diverse needs. Constructed for durability, pliers feature forged jaws for a secure grip and ergonomic handles for user comfort.
Types of Pliers Available Secure Tools offers a comprehensive range of plier sets, featuring various types from leading brands. Common plier types include:
- Flat Nose Pliers: Versatile tools adept at bending and gripping metal wires.
- Round Nose Pliers (including rosary and chain nose pliers): Used in jewellery making, featuring rounded tapered jaws.
- Long Nose Pliers (also known as snipe nose or needle-nose pliers): Equipped with long tapered jaws, ideal for gripping small objects.
- Locking Pliers (also known as mole grips): Designed for metalwork applications.
- Wire Twisting Pliers: Facilitate quick twisting and cutting of wires.
- Water Pump/Slip-Joint Pliers (also known as adjustable, arc joint, Channellock, or pipe spanners): Ideal for holding and turning fasteners and fixings.
- Combination Pliers: Multipurpose tools featuring three separate areas for gripping, wire cutting, and insulation stripping.
Cutters
Wire cutters designed for cutting various materials are available with different jaw types, such as diagonal cutters, offering different finishes when cutting.
Applications of Pliers
Most pairs of pliers are utilized for applying torque and/or shearing forces to components, fasteners, and cables, providing a firmer and more reliable grip than bare hands could achieve alone.