Different Types of Pliers

  • Side Cutters: Used for cutting wire and small bolts.

  • Needle Nose Pliers: Have long, thin jaws for precise work like bending wire or reaching into tight spaces.

  • Round Nose Pliers: Used for bending wire into loops and circles.

  • Flat Nose Pliers: Have flat jaws for gripping and bending sheet metal.

  • Circlip Pliers: Used for removing and installing circlips.

  • Slip Joint Pliers: Have adjustable jaws for gripping a variety of objects.

  • Locking Pliers: Have a locking mechanism to hold objects securely.

  • Crimping Pliers: Used for crimping electrical connectors and terminals.

  • Hose Clamp Pliers: Used for tightening and loosening hose clamps.

  • Combination Pliers: Have both a cutting edge and a gripping surface.