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You're looking at a 160mm bent nose plier that's basically a 45# carbon steel tool with a box joint—the arched shaft gives it better than a straight joint would, especially when you're crimping in a tight spot under a panel or behind a junction box. The edge sits at 45-48HRC, so it'll handle copper wire and soft steel up to about 1.5mm without chipping, but don't try it on hardened piano wire or you'll nick the edge.
We've had these in stock for a few years now, and what I've noticed is most buyers go with the red-and-black handle version because the anti-slip grip actually stays put when your hands get sweaty or oily. Teh polished finish on the jaws means less friction when you're pulling or twisting, and the bent nose design (roughly 30 degrees offset) lets you reach into spaces a straight plier just can't—think inside a control box or behind a decorative bezel.
edge hardness at 45-48HRC is actually a sweet spot for a tool this size—it's hard enough to stay sharp through hundreds of cuts on PVC or copper, but not so brittle that it snaps if you accidentally torque it sideways. The handle hardness is a bit lower at 38-42HRC, which is intentional so the grips don't crack under repeated squeezing. 150 grams total weight, so it's light enough to carry in an apron pocket all day without dragging you down.
Also, these are CE certified, so if you're doing electricla work in a commerical setting, that certification covers you for basic compliance—but don't rely on them for live wire, they're not insulated. The box joint means the pivot stays tight over time, less slop than a lap joint after a few months of heavy use. We usually have stock, but confirm lead time if you need more than 50 units or so—sometimes the carbon steel supply chain gets tight.
One detail you might not think to ask: polished surfce treatment means they resist surface rust better than a plain steel tool, but you'll still want to wipe them down after anything wet or acidic. The primary function is and crimping, but the bent nose also works well for bending small wire loops in jewelry making—just don't expect it to crimp heavy gauge battery cable, that's not what this is for.
The MOQ is typically 100 pairs for stock colors, but we can discuss lower quantities for sample orders or first-time trials.
Lead time is usually 15-20 working days after order confirmation and payment, depending on the quantity.
Yes, we can include a copy of the CE certificate with the packing list or send it digitally upon request.
We can customize handle colors for orders of 500 pairs or more—just let us know your preferred color combo.
They're designed for soft to medium wire up to about 1.5mm—not recommended for hardened steel or piano wire as it may damage the cutting edge.
