SWEDISH PIPE WRENCH-45 - Knipex

The Knipex 8320015 Swedish Pipe Wrench-45 is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics requiring a robust and reliable gripping tool for demanding applications. This 17-inch pipe wrench combines traditional Swedish pattern design with Knipex's commitment to quality, offering superior leverage and a secure grip on round pipes and fittings. Crafted from high-grade chrome vanadium electric steel, it is designed for longevity and consistent performance in automotive, plumbing, and industrial environments.

Key Features

• Swedish Pattern with 45° Angled Jaws: The classic Swedish pattern design features 45° angled jaws, enhancing accessibility in confined spaces and providing an optimized grip angle for various workpieces.
• Induction-Hardened Offset Teeth: Jaws are equipped with offset teeth in opposing directions, which are additionally induction-hardened to approximately 56 HRC for exceptional durability and a strong, non-slip hold on pipes and nuts.
• Self-Locking Action: This wrench features a self-locking action that firmly grips the workpiece with minimal hand pressure, allowing for high torques to be applied effectively and reducing user fatigue during prolonged use.
• I-Beam Handle Design: The robust I-beam handle design provides increased leverage and withstands rigorous forces, ensuring the tool maintains structural integrity under heavy load.
• Captive Adjusting Nut: An integrated captive adjusting nut allows for quick and precise adjustments to the gripping capacity directly on the workpiece, optimizing workflow efficiency.
• Premium Material Construction: Forged from chrome vanadium electric steel and multi-stage oil-hardened, the wrench is finished with a durable red powder coating to resist corrosion and wear.

Applications

The Knipex 8320015 is an essential tool for a range of professional tasks. It is ideally suited for gripping, holding, and turning various pipe diameters and fittings in plumbing installations, including tightening and loosening threaded connections. In automotive repair, it is effective for handling large nuts and bolts on exhaust systems, suspension components, or during front-end alignment procedures. Its robust construction also makes it suitable for general industrial maintenance, machinery adjustments, and HVAC system work where secure gripping and high torque application are required.

Specifications

• Length: 430 mm (17 inches)
• Pipe Capacity (Diameter): Up to 60 mm (2 3/8 inches)
• Nut Capacity (Hex): Up to 60 mm (2 3/8 inches)
• Weight: 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs)
• Standard: DIN 5234