IDEAL 35-452 Plier
- Plier
- 1.5 pounds
- Plastic
A durable plastic handled plier from an established electrical tools brand, suited to wire and cable work.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.6★ across 67 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
67 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 311 pliers we track - how the scorecard works · full pliers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Plastic handled and weighing 0.68 kilograms, the IDEAL 35-452 comes from a brand best known for electrical hand tools. That pedigree suggests a plier built for wire and cable work rather than general purpose gripping.
Plastic handles usually trade some of the cushioning of rubber overmolded grips for durability and, in electrical work, a layer of separation between the tool and the wire being handled. At roughly 1.5 pounds this falls within a normal weight range for a full size hand plier.
- Plastic handle construction
- 0.68 kilogram weight
- Model 35-452
- IDEAL brand pliers
Who it's for
Fits electricians or DIYers doing wire work who want a durable, plastic handled plier from a recognized electrical tools brand. Not the pick for anyone who specifically wants a cushioned or rubber overmolded grip.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Durable plastic handle construction
- Solid full size weight for good control
- Plastic handle offers less cushioning than rubber grips
- No jaw length or cutting capacity listed
Performance notes
Handle material shapes grip and comfort more than raw cutting or gripping power; plastic handles hold up to repeated use and resist wear, though they offer less cushioning than rubber overmolded grips. At 0.68 kilograms the tool carries enough heft for control without becoming tiring to hold.
Specifications
| Brand | IDEAL |
|---|---|
| Model | 35-452 |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Handle | Plastic |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDEAL 35-452 PlierThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 67 | 3.8 / 5 |
| KNIPEX 87 01 250 PlierKnipex | 4.9 / 5 | 29,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMHT82547 PlierCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 12,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 9,296 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 6,158 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the IDEAL 35-452
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the handle material on the IDEAL 35-452?
It has a plastic handle.
How much does the IDEAL 35-452 plier weigh?
It weighs 0.68 kilograms.
What brand makes the 35-452 plier?
IDEAL, a brand best known for electrical hand tools.