Knipex Cobra Pliers Set 2 Piece
- Two-piece Cobra set, 87 01 180 and 87 01 250 pliers
- Push-button adjustment, several jaw positions
- Anti-pinch guard, handles cannot clamp together
- Induction-hardened teeth, forged steel
- 1.2 lb, plastic handles, red
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A two-piece set of water pump pliers with push-button jaw adjustment, for a mechanic or maintenance tech who grips pipes and nuts. The listing gives no jaw capacity for either pair.
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ASIN: B0159O3AQW
Overview
A maintenance technician slides the lower jaw to a new position after pressing the push button, and the Cobra pliers lock onto pipes and nuts. A guard stops the handles from clamping on fingers, and the teeth are induction hardened.
Push-button adjustment makes the jaw settings quick, and the self-lock grip helps with hard-to-reach nuts and pipes. The set gives two sizes, but the listing does not say the jaw opening of either, and the model number field conflicts with the title.
Who it's for
Maintenance crews, plumbers and mechanics who handle varied pipe and nut sizes will use both pairs. A casual user who wants one general-purpose plier, or a buyer who needs jaw dimensions before ordering, should look at the maker data first.
Pros and cons
- Two sizes in one set
- Push-button jaw adjustment
- Anti-pinch guard protects fingers
- Induction-hardened gripping teeth
- Jaw opening not listed
- Model field conflicts with the title
- Overall length not listed
Performance notes
The hardened teeth bite into rounded stock, and the adjustable jaw lets the plier lock onto different diameters. Pressing the button frees the lower jaw to slide, and releasing it locks the new position. The guard prevents the handles from closing on the hand, so grip force can be higher without pinching.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 1"L x 1"W |
| Item Weight | 1.2 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Red |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Knipex - 00 31 20 V01 US #2 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Power |
| Set Name | 2 Piece |
| Specific Uses For Product | Fleet and plant maintenance. |
| Specification Met | RoHS |
Frequently asked questions
How do I adjust the Knipex Cobra pliers?
Position the upper jaw on the workpiece, press the push button and slide the lower jaw into place underneath, as the listing describes.
What sizes are in the Knipex Cobra set?
The listing says the set includes 87 01 180 and 87 01 250. It does not give their jaw openings.
Do the Cobra pliers pinch fingers?
The listing says an anti-pinching guard prevents the handles from clamping down on each other.
Why does the model field differ?
The model number field reads 00 19 55 S8 while the title and part number show 00 31 20 V01 US. Confirm the set with the seller.