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  Pliers - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Pliers were first invented in Europe around 2000 BC to grip hot objects (principally iron as it was being forged on an anvil).
In technical terms, pliers are an instrument that convert a power grip, the curling of the fingers into the palm of the hand, into a precision grip, which directs the power of the hand's grip in a precise fashion on the object to be gripped.
Nail pulling pliers - an adaptation of the end nipper used for cutting wire; the jaws may be asymmetric, allowing the nail to be pulled out with a rocking motion on the surface in which it is imbedded.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pliers   (546 words)

  
 Ace
Pliers fall into two broad categories-solid joint and slip joint, either of which may have cutters.
Some cutting pliers are made with a spring in the handle to open them automatically after each cut, providing ease and comfort for the user.
Locking pliers are available in various sizes and shapes: curved jaw with wire cutter, straight jaw, long nose with wire cutter and bent nose with wire cutter.
www.acehardware.com /sm-learn-about-pliers--bg-1266831.html   (969 words)

  
 Basic Pliers: Lapidary Journal Resource Guide
Round/flat nose pliers are preferred for curling wire; round-nose pliers will mar or leave dents on the silver wire whereas the round/flat nose pliers will prevent this as the wire is being curled against a bigger surface.
However, these pliers are mainly used for shaping or straightening bezel wire correctly, especially useful when the bezel has been accidently pushed over while working on a piece.
Long-nosed pliers are more suitable to bending silver sheet, as the longer the nose, the greater the reach and the longer the bend.
www.lapidaryjournal.com /tools/pliers.cfm   (854 words)

  
 King Dick Tools - wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, storage options, hacksaws, hammers, socketry and many other quality ...
Designed for optimum grip and slip-proof use, the pliers are available with a choice of handles, including the bi-material, soft grip which provides maximum power transmission with minimum fatigue.
We offer three ranges of pliers, the Industrial Range shown on this page as well as the comprehensive VDE range which features cushioned handles and the Super 2000 range.
pliers are made from drop forged, high grade steel and are manufactured in accordance with DIN and ISO standards for industrial use, and carry a five year warranty.
www.kingdicktools.co.uk /products/pliers.htm   (123 words)

  
 Abel Pliers #2 and #4
These pliers are a necessity when rigging saltwater leaders and are designed for this task.
Abel Model #2 Pliers at just 5.5 inches in length and 2.9 ounces are designed for all freshwater, light saltwater, bass angling, and fly-fishing use, capable of bending down the barb on a dry fly or cutting 175-pound braided wire.
Secure your pliers to your belt or wading shorts with an optional hand-tooled Latigo leather carrying sheath; and be sure to see our pliers/knife combo.
www.abelreels.com /pages/pliers.htm   (275 words)

  
 Pliers
These pliers are machined in the US and come with a lifetime warranty.
This is a five inch long, spring loaded bent nose pair of pliers with vinyl grips.
This is a 6 inch stainless steel pair of wire bending pliers that are great for making all kinds of loops in wire and other media.
www.ehobbytools.com /en-us/dept_5.html   (837 words)

  
 KD Hose Pliers, Ford Aerostar Heater Hose Tool
Pliers latch in position to securely hold Corbin clamps when they are expanded to make removing and installing ring-type clamps easy.
Pliers remove and install flat band clamps that are used on various hose assemblies found on domestic and import cars and light duty trucks.
Pliers are for use on Ford, GM, Chrysler and some import vehicles for the removal and installation of flat-type hose clamps.
www.mytoolstore.com /kd/kdspec17.html   (226 words)

  
 VH1.com : Pliers : Biography - Urge Music Downloads
One-half of reggae's most celebrated DJ/singer collaboration of the '90s, Pliers' partnership with Chaka Demus was for a time one of the biggest crossover sensations in the history of dancehall reggae.
Pliers was born Everton Bonner in Rockhall Hills, Jamaica, on April 4, 1963; his brother was also a dancehall singer who performed under the name Spanner Banner.
Pliers began recording professionally for the Black Scorpio label in 1987, initially influenced not only by '70s soul but also Jamaican performers like Pinchers (who inspired his own performing name) and Shabba Ranks.
www.vh1.com /artists/az/pliers/bio.jhtml   (232 words)

  
 European Car: Cam-Lock Convertible Retaining Ring Pliers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
A small step up allows the user to convert from inside to outside by disassembling the pivot and reassembling it, which works fine until your hands are a little oily and you drop the tiny pivot and it bounces into the darkest, deepest corner of your shop behind the work bench and raw material stacks.
I have used Milbar retaining ring pliers for only one job so far, installing the Bimmerworld solid brake caliper guides on Project 325, but they made that task so much easier and faster, it is almost worth it already.
As stored in the case, the convertible retaining ring pliers work on inside rings, pulling the tips together when the handle is squeezed.
www.europeancarweb.com /auto_tools/0312ec_tool/index.html   (564 words)

  
 Pliers
Needle nose pliers are primarily for gripping, but this needle nose plier has an additional feature that is not too common these days: It has a wire cutter built in.
They are phenomenal pliers for gripping anything from a rounded nut to a pipe.
All pliers are for "size 2" snap rings (19 to 60mm).
www.forceinter.com /Pliers.html   (380 words)

  
 Get a Grip | Tools & Materials | THIS OLD HOUSE
Pliers extend and increase the strength of your hand's grip.
Adjustable pliers can be sized to a variety of openings, while the jaws remain parallel so they can grip bolts or pipes.
(Avoid the familiar slip-joint pliers that have a figure-eight joint perpendicular to the handles — you’ll likely skin your knuckles when the tool slips.) Nonadjustable pliers move around a fixed joint, sometimes aided by a spring to open the jaws.
www.thisoldhouse.com /toh/knowhow/tools/article/0,16417,473626,00.html   (351 words)

  
 Pliers - TWAcomm.com, Inc.
Pliers for working in tight areas, side-cutting pliers, diagonal-cutting pliers and more.
Rivet is closer to the cutting edge for 46% greater cutting and gripping power than other plier designs.
These drop-forged, high carbon steel-constructed, long nose pliers feature a narrow profile head designed for working in tight areas, with serrated jaws and vinyl-coated, comfort grip handles for a secur...
www.twacomm.com /Catalog/Page_3/Dept_ID_604.htm   (528 words)

  
 Browning Fishing Pliers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
To keep your pliers handy, they come with a sturdy and durable ballistic nylon sheath so your pliers are always by your side.
When you need a pair of pliers, they are never at hand.
The pliers are designed with a precision pivot to provide consistently smooth cutting and gripping action that can handle years of abuse.
www.basspro.com /servlet/catalog.CFPage?mode=article&objectID=30034&cmid=SPR2_1   (320 words)

  
 Auctions by bluepennylady
I have several of this particular type of pliers.
These pliers have a side cutter, a crushing slot to crush insulation, a stripping notch to strip DT22P wire (22 gauge solid copper wire with PVC insulation), and a long thin nose.
The inner jaws of the pliers are serrated to facilitate wire gripping.
iruvul.pair.com /joglesby/aw2k/Pliers.html   (622 words)

  
 How to Use Pliers - eHow.com
Pliers are a handy tool to have around.
Using your pliers as a hammer may not only damage the tool but could cause you injury.
Oil your pliers and wire cutters with a drop of oil on the hinge.
www.ehow.com /how_12149_pliers.html   (244 words)

  
 Diagonal pliers - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The pliers are made of tempered steel and inductive heating and quenching is often used to selectively harden the jaws.
Diagonal pliers are useful for cutting copper, brass, iron and steel wire.
These flush-cutting pliers allow wires to be trimmed flush or nearly flush to a solder joint, avoiding the sharp tip left by symmetrical diagonal cutters.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Diagonal_pliers   (315 words)

  
 eBay Guides - Which Jewelry Pliers Should I Use
Below we've listed some of the more common pliers and tools available and what they can be used for along with some suggestions on which ones might best serve your needs.
Round Nose Pliers- The nose of the pliers are wide at the base and taper to smaller round ends.
Flat Nose Pliers- The jaws are flat on the ends and are perfect for bending wire at angles and opening and closing jump rings.
reviews.ebay.com /Which-Jewelry-Pliers-Should-I-Use_W0QQugidZ10000000000832948   (1012 words)

  
 DriveWerks.com - Small Univeral Hose Pliers
These pliers have the ability to power rotate the hose to break it loose from its fitting.
In the same motion, these pliers can be rotated 90 degrees to easily pull the hose from the fitting.
Pliers are made of quality steel with soft grip handles.
www.drivewerks.com /catalog/shopcart/TOOL/POR_TOOL_CAT142_pg8.htm   (180 words)

  
 Pliers
Six separate milling operations on each plier's nose ensures the blades match in size, shape and alignment.
Tweezernose™ pliers combine the precision to pick up a human hair with the strength required for wire forming operations.
Designed to provide the strength to grip and hold without the bulk or lack of "feel" found in traditional longnose pliers.
www.x-actoblades.com /c29.html   (494 words)

  
 Offshore Angler Stainless Longreach Pliers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
I ended up catching quite a few small northerns, and with the pliers I was able to quickly retrieve lures without hurting the fish and most importantly, without hurting my thumbs.
The pliers are constructed of 420 stainless steel, which is used to make medical tools and diving knives because of its hardness and resistance to the elements.
At the end of the pliers are cord-wrapped handles that allow the hand to keep a firm grip on the pliers -- extremely handy when a pike starts dancing.
www.basspro.com /servlet/catalog.CFPage?mode=article&objectID=28793   (420 words)

  
 Klein Tools - Journeyman Pump Pliers
Pliers feature induction-hardened jaws, tension-loaded joint to reduce handle wobble, contoured thumb area, and color-coded yellow handle.
Like other Journeyman pliers, the pump pliers feature a state-of-the-art, dual-material handle design, giving the user a better grip without sacrificing tool strength or durability.
The new pump pliers measure 10" nominal size, and carry a lifetime warranty.
cableorganizer.com /klein-tools/pliers/pump-pliers-journeyman.htm   (509 words)

  
 Pliers are suited for repetitious electrical applications., Bahco North America A S
pliers with angled, serrated jaws for improved grip.
This line features seven-inch pliers with a slim jaw design for improved accessibility in confined spaces and eight-inch pliers that feature angled, serrated jaws for improved grip.
BAHCO® Long-Nose Pliers are made of high-quality forged steel, and finished with a transparent lacquer to improve protection against corrosion.
news.thomasnet.com /fullstory/22124   (703 words)

  
 Tools for Beads - Jewelry Tools - Beading Tools - Bead Stringing Tools - Beading Pliers
These pliers are light, close easily, and pop back open as soon as you open your hand.
This plier has a wire 'spring' that gently opens the tips of the pliers when you are not squeezing the handles.
We like to use these when setting cabochons in findings that have bendable tabs to hold the gemstone in place because the pliers are strong enough to bend the tabs but won't scratch the gemstone surface.
www.abeadstore.com /tools.html   (1199 words)

  
 Pliers that Stretch Canvas
These pliers are for traditional-style stretching where canvas is tacked to the side of the stretcher bars.
These pliers are designed for wrapping fabric around the sides and tacking in the back of the stretcher.
The third style of pliers is a larger version of the three-inch wraparound pliers.
www.johnannesley.com /CanvasPliers.html   (344 words)

  
 How to Choose the Right Pliers - eHow.com
Pliers come in a wide range of shapes and sizes.
Lineman's pliers are great for pulling and twisting wires; long-nose and their smaller cousin needle-nose pliers are ideal for working in confined spaces, jewelry making, and electrical work.
Never use pliers to turn a nut or bolt - you can easily strip the hardware and make it difficult to turn using a wrench, which is the correct tool for that job.
www.ehow.com /how_12148_choose-pliers.html   (323 words)

  
 Jewelers Pliers: Widget Supply
These stainless steel pliers have brass lining in their jaws.
They have round noses that are about 1mm at each tip, two sizes of crimpers, and side cutters all in one pair of pliers.
It comes with a flush cutting side cutter, a round nose pliers, a flat nose pliers, a tapered nose pair of needle nose pliers and a heavy duty pair or needle nose pliers.
www.widgetsupply.com /page/WS/CTGY/pliers-jeweler   (988 words)

  
 Pliers at DoItYourself.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Pliers will get into and hold onto things that human fingers are incapable of, fulfilling an otherwise seemingly impossible task.
Pliers can be used for hard to reach areas, splitting wires, cutting wires and holding onto wires.
They are also capable of securely locking onto objects, thus making it much easier to loosen a bolt.
www.doityourself.com /scat/pliers   (229 words)

  
 M.A.I.L. - Maille Artisans International League - Know Your Pliers - Submitted by Blaise   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
These pliers are most useful for heavy work, usually gripping and holding a piece while another type of pliers is used to work it, or squeezing/twisting a piece into shape.
These pliers are normally used for finer work, such as shaping curves or making rounded bends in wire.
The Hook-Nose pliers have the same tips as Chain-Nose, only the last quarter(or so) of the jaws are hooked downward anywhere from 30º to 90º.
www.mailleartisans.org /articles/articledisplay.cgi?key=2484   (561 words)

  
 Fan Out 3/8" Breaker/ Grozer Pliers, Stained Glass Supplies
Fan Out tools are made from a higher grade of metal, which allows them to last longer, stay sharper and perform to a level of excellence that exceeds most other brands.
Use as a breaking plier to break glass along score line when the glass can’t be handled comfortably by hand.
A good score will snap cleanly when this plier is placed at the score opposite your other hand and a quick up and out motion is applied.
www.delphiglass.com /cutters-pliers/pliers-hand-tools/fan-out-3-8-breaker-grozer-pliers.html   (139 words)

  
 Klein Pliers
All Klein pliers are made of the finest steel alloy.
Same high-leverage design and mechanical cutting advantage as the above D213-9NE pliers, but with crimping die at the hinge for crimping sleeve connectors.
Permits wrapping, looping, and cutting with a single pliers.
www.coastaltool.com /hand_tools/klein/plier.htm   (194 words)

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