What is this radio plier used for?

It is designed for fine gripping and cutting tasks in precision mechanics and hard-to-reach spaces.

What cutting capacity does this tool have?

The integrated cutter cuts medium-hard wire up to 2.5 mm and hard wire up to 1.6 mm.

What jaw design does the Knipex 25 01 160 feature?

It features straight, half-round, pointed jaws with serrated gripping surfaces for a secure hold.

Is this plier insulated for live electrical work?

No, the plastic-coated handles provide grip and comfort but are not insulated for live working.

What is the overall length of this plier?

The overall length of the tool is 160 mm.

KNIPEX 25 01 160 flat pointed pliers with side cutter (radio pliers) plastic-coated black atramentised 160 mm

Name: KNIPEX 25 01 160 flat pointed pliers with side cutter (radio pliers) plastic-coated black atramentised 160 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 41190108
Price: 18.6 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: KNIPEX 25 01 160 | EAN 4003773033912

18.60 tax incl.

€15.37 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Fine gripping and powerful cutting

Practical benefits

Slender Knipex pointed jaws: You reach confined areas easily using the distortion-tolerant half-round jaws with serrated gripping surfaces.
Induction-hardened cutting edges: You cut soft and hard wires effortlessly thanks to the integrated high-precision cutting edges.
Non-slip plastic-coated handles: You maintain a steady, secure grip and smooth force transmission during intricate assembly tasks.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 25 01 160 snipe nose pliers, you carry out fine assembly and wiring tasks with complete control. The slender, straight, half-round jaws easily reach components inside tight control cabinets and distribution boxes. Serrated gripping surfaces keep thin wires firmly in place while bending and positioning. Thanks to the integrated induction-hardened cutting edges, you cut cleanly through soft, medium-hard wire up to 2.5 mm and hard wire up to 1.6 mm. The non-slip plastic-coated handles on this 160 mm tool deliver a comfortable, secure grip for all your detailed mechanical and electrical work.

Product information FAQ

€18.60

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Overall length: 160 mm
Version: Straight
Nose pliers type: Half-round nose pliers

Product description

Flat, long, tapered jaws
Suitable for fine gripping and cutting work
Serrated gripping surfaces
With blades for soft, medium-hard and hard wire
Cutting edges additionally induction-hardened, cutting edge hardness approx. 61 HRC

Documents

⤓ Product sheet PDF

All Features

Overall length: 160 mm
Version: Straight
Nose pliers type: Half-round nose pliers
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Jaw length (l3): 50.0 mm
Tang: black atramentized
Handle: plastic-coated
Cutting capacities semi-hard wire (diameter): Ø 2.5 mm
Cutting capacities soft wire (diameter): Ø 1.6 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Jaw thickness (hinge) (t1): 9.0 mm
Head width (w3): 16.5 mm
Cup: polished
Point width (w4): 3.0 mm
Weight: 115 g
Dimensions: 160 x 51 x 11 mm
Standard: DIN ISO 5745

Brand KNIPEX
41190108
EAN 4003773033912
Supplier number KNIPEX 25 01 160

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is this radio plier used for?: It is designed for fine gripping and cutting tasks in precision mechanics and hard-to-reach spaces.
What cutting capacity does this tool have?: The integrated cutter cuts medium-hard wire up to 2.5 mm and hard wire up to 1.6 mm.
What jaw design does the Knipex 25 01 160 feature?: It features straight, half-round, pointed jaws with serrated gripping surfaces for a secure hold.
Is this plier insulated for live electrical work?: No, the plastic-coated handles provide grip and comfort but are not insulated for live working.
What is the overall length of this plier?: The overall length of the tool is 160 mm.