Pliers and Cutting Tools
Water Pump and Pipe Wrenches
Water pump pliers grip pipes, nuts and round stock across a wide adjustment range; pipe wrenches and pliers wrenches complete the group for pipework and assembly. Design and testing of water pump pliers follow DIN ISO 8976. The models differ by adjustment principle: through fitted joint with multi step ratchet, push button adjustment and groove joint. Overall lengths run from 180 to 300 mm, and VDE versions to IEC 60900 are individually tested at 10 000 V and approved up to 1000 V AC. The category holds 161 items, mainly from Knipex, Wiha and Bahco.
- 178 items
- 4 manufacturers
- Net prices plus VAT
Buying guide
How to choose Water Pump and Pipe Wrenches
What matters when choosing: properties, comparison and typical applications.
Technical Features
Adjustment Principles Compared
| Design | Adjustment | Length | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water pump pliers, through fitted joint | joint with up to 9 positions, set by hand | 180 to 300 mm | general assembly |
| Water pump pliers with push button | one hand adjustment via push button | 180 to 300 mm | changing jaw widths |
| Water pump pliers, self adjusting | automatic adaptation when closing | 250 mm | fast change on pipe |
| Water pump pliers with groove joint | fine ratchet, chrome plated | 250 mm | plumbing and pipework |
| Pliers wrench | smooth, parallel jaws | 250 mm | fittings without edge damage |
Typical Applications
Typical applications: pipe fittings and union nuts in plant construction; holding round stock during device assembly; plumbing and heating work; cable glands in control cabinets with VDE versions; maintenance on pneumatic and hydraulic fittings; work on chrome plated surfaces with the pliers wrench.