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Knipex 10 in. Chrome Vanadium Steel TwinGrip Slip Joint Pliers
Knipex 10 in. Chrome Vanadium Steel TwinGrip Slip Joint Pliers
Knipex 10 in. Chrome Vanadium Steel TwinGrip Slip Joint Pliers

Knipex 10 in. Chrome Vanadium Steel TwinGrip Slip Joint Pliers

A two-point jaw bite grips round fittings and pipe without twisting or slipping, even under heavy torque.
Knipex MPN 82 01 250 SBA In Stock & Ready to Ship
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About Product Overview

Knipex built the TwinGrip on a two-point contact design, and that's the whole reason it's on this list. Instead of a single V-jaw gripping a pipe or fitting at one spot, the TwinGrip's serrated jaw sections bite the workpiece at two points simultaneously, spreading the load and holding on with far less hand strain. For anyone who's fought a stubborn slip joint plier that wants to twist or slip on a rounded nut, this changes the game.

At 10 inches with a 1.0625-inch jaw capacity, it's sized for common plumbing and mechanical work around the shop or job site - fittings, pipe, hex stock, and other round or irregular shapes that regular pliers struggle to lock onto. The chrome vanadium steel construction is forged for durability under repeated torque, and the red finish makes it easy to spot in a cluttered tool bag. Made in Germany, this is a tool built to earn a permanent spot on your belt, not get lost in a drawer.

  • Length: 10 inches
  • Jaw capacity: 1.0625 inches
  • Material: Chrome vanadium steel
  • Style: TwinGrip, two-point contact jaw design
  • Color: Red
  • Made in Germany

The Details Specifications

Brand Knipex
Model / MPN 82 01 250 SBA
UPC 843221029982
Weight 1 lbs
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Manufacturer documentation · opens in new tab
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