Again, according to the manufacturer, the pushbutton was left out to keep the hinge as slim as possible. Measuring only 100 mm in length, this tool provides optimal accessibility even in the tightest spaces. With its slim multi-component grips without a collar, for example, the KNIPEX Cobra® 87 02 250 can be transported particularly easily and can also be used in tight spaces.

Once the jaws lock onto a fitting or fastener, you only need to push the upper handle to the direction you want the fastener to turn. You can consent to the use of such technologies by using the “Accept” button or manage your options using the “Customise” button. On the plus side, those biting grips on the Cobra XS are great for getting hold of fasteners, especially if they are rusted in place or damaged. These trackers enable basic interactions and functionalities that allow you to access selected features of our service and facilitate your communication with us. Finally, moving up to 300mm (60mm capacity) and 400mm (95mm capacity ) these are larger pliers used in more industrial settings.Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. The tiny water pump pliers are also great for homeowners for fixing plumbing fittings around the house.

The cobra xs has V-shaped jaws that are not only good for gripping round pipes but also the hex fasteners. The 400mm Cobra XL for instance can grip a 2” pipe fitting and weighs 50% less than a 2” pipe wrench, which has a much lower gripping capacity. Indeed, we follow strict guidelines that ensure our editorial content is never influenced by advertisers. Innovation 2020 KNIPEX Cobra® XS With a length of only 100 mm, it is the smallest fully functional set of water pump pliers in the world and, thanks to its compact design, ensures accessibility even in the tightest of spaces. And powering the jaws is a cam action, multiplying and amplifying the popwer of your hand several times.They are quite small - so great if you are trying to carry around a small tool in your pocket (as a better substitute for a multi-tool plier based tool) , but when not needing to have a very compact and light tool, i would opt for the size or two up. The Knipex XS pliers are an engineering marvel and must-have pocket pliers for anyone who works on machines and like to randomly inspect fasteners and pipe fittings. This means that the 5-inch mini pliers wrench struggles with things -- like spring hose clamps -- that the smaller Cobra XS has no problems with. Like the snake that gave the tool its name, the Cobra’s teeth set against the direction of rotation and have a self-locking effect which prevents slipping on the piece you’re working on.