COBRA 1/2" PLIERS - Knipex

The Knipex COBRA XXL 22" Pliers (Model 8701560US) are professional-grade water pump pliers engineered for demanding automotive and industrial applications. Designed for maximum grip and ease of use, these robust pliers offer a superior alternative to traditional pipe wrenches, providing exceptional gripping capacity at a significantly lower weight. Their self-locking mechanism ensures a secure hold on a variety of workpieces, minimizing effort and preventing slippage for efficient operation.

Key Features

• Fast Push-Button Adjustment: Quickly and precisely adjust jaw opening directly on the workpiece without unintentional slipping of the joint, saving valuable time during tasks.
• Self-Locking Design: The unique jaw geometry and specially hardened teeth (approx. 61 HRC) provide a firm, self-clamping grip on pipes and nuts, requiring minimal hand force and reducing the risk of damage to components.
• High Stability Box-Joint: The double-guided box-joint design ensures exceptional stability under heavy strain, preventing tilting forces and enhancing durability for long-term professional use.
• Pinch Guard: Integrated pinch protection prevents operators' fingers from being pinched, enhancing safety during intensive use.
• Durable Construction: Forged from chrome vanadium electric steel and multi-stage oil-hardened, these pliers are built to withstand the rigors of daily industrial and automotive work.
• Optimal Adaptation: With 20 fine adjustment positions, the pliers adapt perfectly to different workpiece sizes while maintaining a comfortable handle width for the user.

Applications

These Knipex COBRA XXL pliers are indispensable for professional technicians and mechanics across various fields. They excel in pipe fitting and plumbing tasks, making them ideal for tightening or loosening fittings in HVAC, hydraulic lines, and industrial plumbing systems, where they can handle pipe diameters up to 4 ½ inches (115 mm). Their robust grip and large opening capacity are also well-suited for heavy-duty gripping and material handling, such as securing large components or removing stuck parts in industrial maintenance and manufacturing environments. In the automotive sector, they are valuable for working on large pipe fittings, cooler and fuel lines, and air pressure systems.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Knipex
• Model Number: 8701560US
• Length: 22" (560 mm)
• Weight: 6.04 lbs (2.780 kg)
• Max Jaw Opening (Round Pipe): Ø 4 1/2" (115 mm)
• Max Jaw Opening (Hex): 4 3/4" (120 mm)
• Jaw Length: 3 1/2" (approx. 90 mm)
• Adjustment Positions: 20