{"title":"Combination Pliers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCombination Pliers Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombination pliers (linesman + electrical) — workshop SWISS-ARMY PLIER. Front jaw GRIP + middle gripping serrations + integrated SIDE CUTTER + (optional) wire stripper. Workshop electrical + automotive + general-purpose. Match length + insulation rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCombination Pliers Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Combination (160-180mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop electrical general\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Duty Combination (200mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavier wire + harder workshop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulated VDE (1000V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Leverage Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter cutting + less effort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCombo with Stripper Notch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-function workshop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini \/ Electronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller workshop work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFood + chemical + medical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect for CHIPPED cutting edges + replace. Match WIRE SIZE to capacity. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/knipex\"\u003eKnipex\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/channellock\"\u003eChannellock\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/bahco\"\u003eBahco\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/pliers-cutters\"\u003epliers + cutters\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/side-cutting-pliers\"\u003eside cutting pliers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/locking-pliers\"\u003elocking pliers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/hand-tools\"\u003ehand tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCombination Pliers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombination pliers — also called linesman pliers or multi-grip pliers depending on configuration — are the most versatile general-purpose pliers in a tradesperson's toolkit. They combine a flat gripping section near the pivot, serrated jaws for round stock and pipe, and a side wire cutter in a single tool. AIMS Industrial supplies combination pliers and general pliers from professional brands for trade, maintenance, and engineering applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTypes of Pliers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombination pliers (linesman pliers):\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed pivot with flat and pipe-gripping jaw sections and an integrated wire cutter. The standard electrician's and tradesperson's plier. Available in lengths from 160mm to 200mm for different hand sizes and reach requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-grip \/ water pump pliers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable pivot allowing the jaw opening to be set across a range of sizes. Widely used for plumbing, fitting, and general mechanical work where a range of pipe and fitting sizes need to be gripped with one tool. Channellock-style with straight jaws and tongue-and-groove-style with angled jaws are both available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-nose (needle-nose) pliers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended tapered jaws for reaching into confined spaces, forming wire, and handling small components. Often include a wire cutter at the jaw base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting pliers (side cutters \/ diagonal cutters):\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built for wire and cable cutting — the jaws are a pair of hardened cutting edges rather than gripping surfaces. Flush cutters and standard diagonal cutters serve different applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrand and Quality Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePliers are hand tools that are used daily and take genuine abuse in trade work. Jaw hardness, pivot quality, and handle comfort vary significantly between budget and professional-grade tools. Knipex manufactures pliers to extremely tight jaw tolerance with induction-hardened cutting edges — the standard reference for professional trade pliers. Bahco and Stanley produce reliable mid-range options that suit most trade and maintenance applications without the premium of top-tier brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHandle Design and Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsulated handles (1000V rated) are required for electrical work — look for the IEC 60900 \/ AS\/NZS 60900 certification mark, not just the visual appearance of insulation. For non-electrical use, multi-component handles with soft grips reduce fatigue during extended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlier Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep plier pivot pins lightly lubricated with a drop of machine oil to prevent stiffening and corrosion at the pivot. Clean jaw serrations periodically — debris packed into the serrations reduces grip effectiveness. HSS cutting edges in quality pliers can be re-sharpened using a fine file or slip stone when they dull. For the right plier for your application, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"stahlwille-200mm-vde-combination-plier-insulated-w-plastic-sleeves-sw6501","title":"Stahlwille 200mm VDE Combination Plier - Insulated W\/ Plastic Sleeves SW6501","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:700px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;flex-shrink:0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#222;line-height:1.4\"\u003eGrips, bends, and cuts in one tool — covers more jobs without switching\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;flex-shrink:0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#222;line-height:1.4\"\u003eMulti-component handle gives a secure, comfortable grip under high load\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 16px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;flex-shrink:0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#222;line-height:1.4\"\u003eChrome vanadium steel maintains cutting edge sharpness through regular workshop use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:18px;padding-top:14px;border-top:2px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0\"\u003eStahlwille plier machined from Chrome Vanadium Steel with a precision-ground cutting edge and ergonomic handle for controlled operation. 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