Description
WORKPRO Straight External Circlip Pliers (Circlip Pliers) – 180mm (7 inch) – Model WP231150 – are the professional tool designed for handling circlips installed on shafts and axles from the outside. Manufactured from chrome vanadium steel, these pliers provide the strength and precision needed to safely open and expand retaining rings for installation or removal.
Professional Features and Benefits:
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Chrome Vanadium Steel (CR-V): This material is chosen for its high resistance to mechanical stress, ensuring that the plier tips remain straight and strong without bending or breaking while expanding tough rings.
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Precision, Anti-Slip Tips: The jaw tips are precisely designed to fit standard circlip holes, ensuring the ring is stable on the pliers and preventing sudden displacement during pressure.
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Straight External Design: Specifically for external rings; the plier mechanism "spreads" the jaws when the handles are squeezed, expanding the circlip for smooth installation over the shaft.
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Spring-Loaded Auto-Open System: Equipped with a strong spring that automatically reopens the pliers to their natural position after each use, speeding up work and reducing hand fatigue.
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Comfortable, Coated Handles: The handles provide a comfortable, non-slip grip, giving you superior control over the force applied to delicate retaining rings.
Technical Specifications (WP231150):
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Product Type: External Circlip Pliers.
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Head Shape: Straight.
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Size: 180mm (7 inch).
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Material: Chrome Vanadium Steel (CR-V).
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Brand: WORKPRO.
Key Applications:
- Installing and removing retaining rings on axles.
- Maintaining drivetrain systems in cars and electric motors.
- Disassembling and assembling mechanical parts that rely on external retaining rings in machinery.
- Ideal for maintenance workshops, auto mechanics, and production lines.
Technical Tip: When using external circlip pliers, be careful not to over-expand the ring to avoid losing its elastic properties or breaking it; only expand it enough to pass over the shaft.
