Pliers are versatile hand tools used in various industries and applications, including dentistry, automotive repair, electrical work, crafting, and household tasks. designed to grip, bend, cut, or manipulate objects with precision and control.
- Combination : Combination , also known as lineman’s pliers or general-purpose pliers, are versatile tools with flat jaws that can grip, twist, bend, and cut wires and other materials. They often feature serrated jaws for better grip and cutting edges near the pivot for cutting wires.
- Needle-Nose : Needle-nose , also called long-nose pliers or pointy-nose pliers, have long, slender jaws that taper to a point. They are useful for reaching into tight spaces and gripping small objects, wires, or components with precision.
- Diagonal Cutting : Diagonal cutting , also known as wire cutters or side cutters, have angled cutting edges that allow them to cut wires and other materials flush with a surface. They are commonly used in electrical work, jewelry making, and general cutting tasks.
- Slip-Joint Slip-joint have adjustable jaws with multiple grooves or positions that allow for different gripping capacities. They can be adjusted to accommodate various sizes of objects or materials.
- Locking (Vise-Grip): Locking , also called vise-grip pliers or mole grips, have adjustable jaws that can be locked into position to securely grip objects or materials. They are useful for holding, clamping, or wrenching objects in place, allowing for hands-free operation.
- Tongue-and-Groove (Channellock): Tongue-and-groove , also known as Channellock pliers, have serrated jaws with multiple grooves or positions that can be adjusted to different sizes. They are commonly used for plumbing, automotive repair, and general gripping tasks.
- Wire Twisting Wire twisting have grooved jaws that allow for twisting wires together securely. They are commonly used in electrical work and wiring installations.
- Fishing : Fishing are specialized pliers designed for fishing applications, such as removing hooks, cutting fishing line, or crimping sleeves.
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