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Pliers for electricians, mechanics and the home workshop, from $13 to $110. Long nose, linesman, diagonal side cutters, groove joint and end nippers, sold singly or as a pliers set, with a VDE insulated set for electrical work. Circlip pliers and locking pliers and C-clamps have their own pages. Part numbers on every tool make the worn one easy to reorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the three types of pliers everyone should own?
Combination pliers for gripping and cutting, long nose pliers for reaching into tight spots, and a pair of locking pliers for holding or freeing something stubborn. Add diagonal cutters if you work with wire or cable ties. The Trades Pro twin packs at $14 cover the first two for the kitchen drawer.
Which pliers cut wire?
Diagonal cutters, also called side cutters, are the clean option for copper, steel wire and cable ties. Combination pliers have a cutting edge behind the jaws that handles softer wire. For hard fencing wire use an end nipper or a dedicated fencing plier rather than blunting your cutters.
What makes a good pair of pliers?
Drop forged chrome vanadium steel, induction hardened cutting edges, a joint with no side play and handles that do not twist. Cheap pliers are fine until the cutter dents on the first bit of hard wire. Powerbuilt pliers here carry a lifetime warranty.
What are VDE insulated pliers?
Pliers tested to 1,000 volts for electricians and anyone working near live circuits. The handles are moulded insulation, not just a rubber grip, and each pair is individually tested. The Powerbuilt 4 piece VDE set at $103 covers combination, long nose, side cutters and a stripper.
How much should I spend on pliers?
$14 to $25 gets a solid pair of long nose, diagonal or combination pliers for home use. $50 to $110 buys trade grade circlip sets, groove joint pliers and VDE sets. Beyond that you are paying for a European brand name.
What are groove joint or multigrip pliers for?
Plumbing fittings, big nuts and anything round. The jaw opens in steps so one tool spans from a tap nut to a 50mm pipe. The Powerbuilt 405mm pair at $84 is the one for waste traps and water heater fittings, and a smaller pair suits the toolbox.

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