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KNIPEX Tools LP

1500 Busch Parkway
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
847-398-8520
847-890-6719
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Knipex Tools LP is the North American Sales and Marketing Organization of Knipex, Germany.

Products

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KNIPEX Cobra ES
Features jaw capacity of 1 1/4"
Sept. 16, 2025
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Rolls out for easy access
Nov. 25, 2024
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Features in-line skater runners
Nov. 20, 2024
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Toggle lever reduces user fatigue
Oct. 17, 2024
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Includes most common tools for EV service
Oct. 17, 2024
Knipex Pliers Wrench
Has 10 adjustable positions
June 23, 2022
Knipex Cuti X
Features a stabilization bar for faster cuts
Nov. 23, 2021
Knipex Screwdrivers Sizedx
Features anti roll away handles
May 19, 2021
Knipex Scape
Ideal for loosening hoses and nozzles gently
March 18, 2021
Knipex Scape
Features fiberglass-reinforced plastic handles
Jan. 29, 2021

Press Releases

Knipex Nut Application
The TwinGrip Pliers is a five-adjustment push-button slip joint pliers, featuring both front and side gripping areas and a box joint design.
July 14, 2021
Photo courtesy of KNIPEX
StepCut Multi-Component, No. 95 12 160
The StepCut’s cutting edge gradations cut wires and strands one by one without crushing the cable.
Oct. 29, 2020
Knipex12 Adj Pliers Wrench 2
The new 12” Pliers Wrench features an increased jaw capacity from 2 1/2” to 2 3/8”, a more than 13 percent increase from the previous model.
Sept. 25, 2020
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The Cobra XS water pump pliers are just under 4” in length.
July 28, 2020
Electrians Knife
The universal folding knife features a stainless-steel German blade.
Jan. 22, 2020
Co Bolt S
The CoBolt S is a compact bolt cutter with a length of 6-1/4”.
Aug. 15, 2019
Wire Rope Cutter
The Wire Rope Cutter offers precise cutting power in a compact 6 1/4” design.
June 20, 2019
Anvil Shears2
The Anvil Shears are designed for cutting a variety of soft material, including rubber, leather and hose.
March 27, 2019
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The Hose Clamp Pliers are designed to easily and efficiently open and close click clamp applications in all positions.
March 20, 2019
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The Precision Circlip Pliers have an overstretching limiter with screw stop to prevent the permanent stretching of snap rings.
May 24, 2018

Videos

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In this video, Knipex demonstrates their Forged Wire Stripper, No. 13 72 8.
Oct. 13, 2020
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In this video, Knipex showcases their line of gripping and cutting electronic pliers.
June 4, 2020
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In this video, KNIPEX showcases the features of the Wire Rope Cutter, No. 95 62 160
Nov. 9, 2018
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In this video, KNIPEX showcases the features of the CoBolt S, No. 71 01 160
Nov. 9, 2018
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In this video, KNIPEX features the “new and improved” 10” Pliers Wrench. With a larger jaw capacity of 2 inches and an improved pinch guard, the new and improved KNIPEX Pliers...
Nov. 9, 2018
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This KNIPEX Precision Circlip Pliers feature inserted tips. The pliers offer heavy duty in continuous operation: up to 10 times longer service life compared to turned tips, according...
May 31, 2018
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In this video, KNIPEX features their self-locking Cobra Pliers.
March 2, 2018
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This video introduces the new 15 degree Angled Pliers Wrench, No. 86-43-250 from Knipex.
Feb. 22, 2018
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In this video, Knipex demonstrates the features of their Pliers Wrench range.
Feb. 22, 2018
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New 11-inch Extra Long Needle Nose Pliers are designed for strong & flexible gripping of small pipes, screws & round parts in hard-to-reach areas.
Oct. 9, 2017

Resources

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Guide to products essential to vehicle maintenance and repair.
Feb. 23, 2020

Blogs

Click Clamp 2 (002)
Trying to remove the click clamps without the proper equipment can not only damage the click clamps but the hose and the parts around it as well.
Aug. 3, 2020
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When it comes to replacing a hose, some technicians believe that the hose clamps must also be removed and replaced, but this is not always the case.
July 30, 2020
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June 4, 2020
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Though you may think diagonal cutting pliers are the way to go, the best tool for cutting cable ties is actually electronic pliers.
June 4, 2020
Crimp
Most users treat wire crimping as something that doesn’t require any specific requirements as far as how to use the tool.
Dec. 23, 2019
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While modifying a tool takes ingenuity and creativeness, there are several reasons it should not be done.
Dec. 23, 2019
Co Bolt S
Simply stated, bolt cutters are designed to cut bolts, while wire rope shears are designed to cut wire rope.
Dec. 23, 2019
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Diagonal cutters work well for cutting a variety of different wire sizes and solid materials, but they are not ideal for cutting zip ties or cable ties.
Dec. 23, 2019

News

Automotive instructor Dave Heinzen notes many vehicles are now using air/fuel sensors.
May 24, 2013
Most Organized, first place: John Galli, Mamaroneck Central Garage. Matco Pro Formance, roller cabinet and top chest. John says, each drawer is as organized as the ones seen in the photo.
After more than 5,600 votes tallied, the winners are in!
Oct. 26, 2011

Articles

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Specialty hand tools play the role of ‘problem solver’ and are designed to tackle specific applications.
Feb. 6, 2020
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The reviewer liked the location of the spring on the back, as well as the quality of the tool.
Feb. 6, 2020
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The quick adjustment and guard were features the reviewer enjoyed.
Feb. 6, 2020
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The pivoting lower jaw and pull-to-release lever were two of the reviewer's favorite features.
April 13, 2018
Knipex Click Clamp Pliers With Clamps
Using this set of pliers provided the user the ability to easily remove and reuse the same click clamps on a variety of applications.
Oct. 13, 2017
The Knipex Hose Clamp Pliers are a single pair of pliers for opening standard, space-saving and spring wire hose clamps and for spring band clamps up to 2-3/4' diameter. They are an ideal tool for any professional automotive mechanic, says the company.
The Knipex Hose Clamp Pliers are maneuverable from all different angles and can open clamps without great effort due to the high-leverage design.
Oct. 1, 2014
The Knipex Tools 7-1/2' combination pliers (No. 9O 21-410 SBA).
Fort has used previous versions of these tools and he appreciates the new 25-degree offset feature.
May 7, 2014
X-Cut Compact Diagonal Cutter, No. 73 02 160.
Reviewer found lightweight cutting tool with ergonomic grip easy to use.
Oct. 7, 2013
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A double-supported joint axis allows for heavy duty cutting of thicker cables, while still allowing precise cuts through fine copper wires.
Oct. 2, 2013
When people ask what you do, how do you respond?
Aug. 14, 2013

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The KNIPEX Twister16 Self-Adjusting Crimping Pliers, No. 97 53 18, is designed to crimp wire end sleeves. It offers eight locking positions and has a 360-degree slim crimping ...
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The KNIPEX 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench is lighter in weight than the previous model and features an increased jaw capacity from 1-3/8" to 1-1/2", as well as a narrow jaw profile for ...
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Electrians Knife
The KNIPEX Tools Electrician’s Folding Knife features a diamond notch for easy opening and closing of its sharp, all-purpose blade. The notch in the blade is ideal for scoring...
Jan. 22, 2020
Co Bolt S
The KNIPEX Tools CoBolt S Compact Bolt Cutter features a 6-1/4" length and provides high cutting power to easily cut bolts, nails, and rivets up to 11/64" in diameter. In addition...
Aug. 21, 2019
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The KNIPEX Tools Pipe Wrench S-Type, No. 83 061 015, offers a push-button fast-adjust feature to make finding the precise adjustment position quick and easy, directly on the workpiece...
May 28, 2019
8 Inch High Leverage Angled Flush Cutter
The KNIPEX Tools 8" High Leverage Angled Flush Cutter is designed for easy cutting of plastic components and soft metals. The joint design helps this tool require less effort ...
Nov. 14, 2018