KNIPEX is the world's leading manufacturer of professional pliers, with over 140 years of experience. An independent family-owned company based in Wuppertal (Germany), it is synonymous with precision, durability and continuous innovation.
Main Product Range
- Universal pliers and multi-purpose pliersVersatile tools for gripping, bending and adjusting. Available with ‘classic’ handles or with improved ergonomics for intensive use.
- Wire cutters and cable cuttersSide cutters, diagonal cutters, hard wire cutters, versions with specific geometries for optimised performance.
- Electronics/precision pliersFine-point tweezers, ESD, VDE insulated, precision pliers with screw joint, suitable for working on small and electronic components.
- Special tools and accessoriesUniversal wire strippers, circlip pliers, accessories for electricians, special grips, ESD or VDE handles, versions resistant to insulation up to 1000 V.
Advantages of KNIPEX on Link Industrial Tools
- Made in Germany: central production in Wuppertal, with extremely high quality control at every stage of production.
- Solid performance over time: selected materials, precise heat treatments, high reliability in professional conditions.
- Wide variety of models and versions: more than 100 types of pliers and over 900 variations in length, finish and handle.
- Innovation and user focus: ergonomics, ESD/VDE variants, insulated handles, design that facilitates frequent operations with less fatigue.
FAQs about KNIPEX
1. How long has KNIPEX been in existence and what is its history?
Founded in 1882, KNIPEX has been an independent family-owned company for more than 140 years. It started as a pliers forge and has expanded to become a world leader in the industry.
2. What does VDE/ESD mean in KNIPEX pliers?
- VDE: indicates insulation tested for electrical use up to 1000 V; insulated handles.
- ESD: suitable for components and laboratories where it is important to prevent electrostatic charges.
3. What types of electronic pliers does KNIPEX offer?
Thin precision pliers, stripping pliers, small cutters, versions with thin handles, pliers with screw joints and ESD versions.
4. Why choose KNIPEX over less specialised brands?
Because it is an exclusive pliers specialist (vertical production → total control), high performance even under intensive use, superior materials and finish.
5. In which sectors is KNIPEX most commonly used?
Electrical, plant engineering, electronics, hydraulics, maintenance, cable work, professional work where quality and safety are essential.