Features
Opening and closing Hose Clamps does not require a special skill; it requires a special tool. Knipex has designed a specialized pliers to perform these specific functions—quickly and effectively. No need to replace the OEM clamp with a screw clamp and hold your breath until the next leak. These pliers will not harm the clamps they’re compressing, allowing them to be reused over and over again.Jaw inserts can also be rotated under load
Extremely good leverage which allows clamps to be opened easily without great effort
Slim head design; narrow head width, rotating grip inserts make this an ideal tool, especially in confined areas
Additional function: detach hoses gently using the serrated jaw
Chrome vanadium electric steel, forged, oil-hardened
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The locking device enables simple and secure work on clamps under tension without effort
One-hand release
Can be used for standard, space-saving, spring wire hose clamps and for spring band clamps up to 70 mm nominal size
Allows more than 40 mm clamping range
Knipex Tools was started in 1882 by Carl Gustav Putsch who set up a shop in the family home specializing in making pliers. To this day, Knipex still specializes in making high quality pliers and in addition to that, they have created some really cool and innovative pliers designs. Knipex specialty pliers include the pliers wrench, the Alligator and Cobra pliers and the Cobolt bolt cutters – each with their own specialties and features that set them apart from common brands. Knipex’s workmanship is also among the best, their tools are made of some of the strongest tool steel available and it’s a difference you can feel. Knipex Tools help you get a grip on whatever job you need to do, so if you need pliers or gripping tools, Knipex is it.