10" SmartGrip Water Pump Pliers w/ Auto Adjustment - Knipex

The Knipex 10" SmartGrip Water Pump Pliers (KN8501250SBA) are engineered for professional technicians and mechanics seeking efficient and reliable gripping across diverse applications. Featuring an intelligent automatic adjustment mechanism, these pliers facilitate quick, one-hand operation and secure handling of various workpiece sizes without manual pre-setting, streamlining workflow efficiency on the job.

Key Features

• Automatic Adjustment: Designed for rapid, one-hand operation, these pliers instantly adapt to varying workpiece dimensions, enhancing efficiency and reducing setup time.
• Self-Locking Action: Securely grips pipes and nuts, effectively reducing slippage and minimizing the hand force required for sustained work, improving user comfort during prolonged use.
• Slim Head Design: The slender head and joint area provide superior access to components within confined or hard-to-reach work spaces, crucial for intricate jobs.
• Robust Construction: Forged from high-quality chrome vanadium electric steel and featuring a double-guided box-joint design, these pliers ensure exceptional stability and durability for demanding professional use.
• Hardened V-Shape Gripping Teeth: V-shape jaws with specially hardened teeth (approx. 61 HRC) offer low wear and a consistently stable, non-slip grip on various profiles.
• Integrated Pinch Guard: Includes a pinch guard to prevent finger injuries during operation, enhancing user safety.

Applications

These 10" SmartGrip Water Pump Pliers are an essential tool for professionals across numerous fields:

• Plumbing: Ideal for securely gripping pipes, fittings, and connectors of various sizes, streamlining installation and repair tasks in plumbing systems.
• Automotive Maintenance: Suitable for holding nuts and bolts, providing a firm grip during vehicle servicing and repair operations across a range of automotive systems.
• General Industrial Use: Versatile for maintenance and repair operations where quick, reliable, and self-adjusting gripping is critical for efficiency and productivity.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Knipex-Werk
• Model Number: KN8501250SBA
• Material: High-quality chrome vanadium electric steel, forged and multi-stage oil-hardened.
• Finish: Grey atramentized with polished jaws; handles feature a non-slip plastic coating.
• Overall Length: 10 inches (250 mm)
• Weight: Approximately 0.81 lbs (370 g)
• Gripping Capacity: Up to 1 1/4 inches (32 mm) for pipes; up to 1 13/32 inches (36 mm) for nuts.
• Jaw Hardness: Teeth hardened to approximately 61 HRC.
• Standard: Adheres to DIN ISO 8976.