In Focus: SK Hand Tool Wide Capacity Tongue & Groove Pliers

Sept. 6, 2017

With the wide capacity and three points of contact, the 7412 pliers can be used on many different work surfaces and applications.

The SK Hand Tool Wide Capacity Tongue & Groove Pliers, No. 7412, can be used on round objects like pipes, rods and hoses providing three points of contact for a more positive grip on the object than a traditional tongue and groove pliers. The wide capacity, ranging from 1/2"-4", eliminates the need to carry multiple tools to cover the full range of work surface sizes. The tool's angled narrow head design allows access into tighter spaces than other pliers. Other features of the pliers include a flush rivet design for access in tight work spaces and a textured cushion grip for positive hold.

Application

The Wide Capacity Pliers was designed for use on round and cylindrical objects like pipes, rods, hoses and numerous other materials techs find on the job. With the wide capacity and three points of contact, the 7412 pliers can be used on many different work surfaces and many different applications.

Origin

SK Hand Tool brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss issues they have in the field and on the job. The experts had a difficult time grabbing cylindrical parts with standard pliers that only have two small contact points. The 7412 was created to alleviate that issue techs were having, as well as have an extra-wide capacity range to fulfill multiple sized circular parts.

Selling points

Eliminates the need for end-users to carry multiple pliers because the 7412 has a 1/2" to 4” wide jaw capacity
An eight-groove design allows multiple pliers size settings
Three contact points tprovide a stronger gripping surface by 40 percent, according to the company.
Backed by the company's lifetime warranty
Made in the U.S.A.

Features and benefits

A 1/2” to 4” wide jaw capacity range with an eight groove design creates eight different sizes at which the pliers can be used, allowing for a wide range of applications on the job.
Three points of contact provide 40 percent more gripping surface and allow for a more positive grip even on round and hard-to-grip objects, more than a traditional tongue and groove pliers, according to the company.
Flush rivet design allows for access in tight work spaces
Curved bottom jaw provides optimized bite on the work surface
Smooth cushion grip provides easier gripping and clean-up
Also available as part of 5-pc pliers set (No. 17836)

Manufacturing specs

Drop-forged by craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO, U.S.A.
High-carbon alloy steel and vinyl handle
Meets and exceeds ASME/ANSI specifications
Jaw capacity: 1/2” to 4” (13mm to 102mm)
Weight: 1.4 lbs (0.6 kg)
Length: 12-1/2"

Storage and display

Shipped one tool per bag, but up to five pliers can fit in a bag. They can be displayed/placed on the trucks two different ways:

On shelving units where they can be demoed and handled by techs and the distributor. Having different sized pipes or hoses will allow distributors to demonstrate the three-point contact and wide jaw capacity.
Using bungee cords on the ceilings of the truck so they are visible to the tech to handle and test.