Knipex 87 01 400 Tongue and Groove Pliers 2.5 in

Product Description

The KNIPEX 87 01 400 is a heavy-duty tongue and groove plier designed for gripping, turning, and holding pipe, fittings, and fasteners across plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical service work. Built from chrome vanadium steel, this tool features a V-jaw profile that bites into round, hex, and irregular stock without slipping. The box joint provides smooth, stable adjustment across 27 positions, covering a maximum jaw capacity of 2.5 inches. The plastic handle offers a secure grip during sustained work. Meeting DIN ISO 8976 standards, this plier is suited for professional tradespeople who need reliable, repeatable clamping performance on the job.

This plier is well suited for residential and commercial plumbing, HVAC installation and service, mechanical contracting, and general maintenance work. The 27-position box joint allows the technician to quickly size the jaw to the workpiece without a secondary adjustment tool. The V-jaw engages pipe, conduit, hex fittings, and irregular profiles commonly encountered during rough-in and service calls. It is also identified under the Cobra product line from KNIPEX.

Key Features

• Chrome vanadium steel body for durability under sustained trade use
• V-jaw profile grips round, hex, and irregular workpieces securely
• Box joint with 27 positions for precise, quick jaw sizing up to 2.5 inches capacity
• Quick-adjusting design requires no secondary tool for position changes
• Plastic handle provides grip and comfort during extended use
• Meets DIN ISO 8976 standard

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose tongue and groove plier suitable for plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical service applications requiring jaw capacity up to 2.5 inches.

Installation Notes

This tool is intended for use by licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, electricians, and mechanical contractors. Always ensure system pressure is relieved and power is de-energized before using this plier on live plumbing or electrical components. Select the correct jaw position before applying force to avoid slippage or workpiece damage. Inspect the joint and jaw teeth regularly for wear.