Knipex Tools: Common Misconcepetions And Myths! Know Your Tools And How They Should Be Used!

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Today we cover some common misconceptions and debunk some myths about Knipex Tools! We show you how to be sure you are safe with your Knipex Tools when working with Live Electrical Circuits. We show you the difference between Multi-Component Handles and Electrical Handles. We also cover some questions about the Sweedish Pipe Wrenches and Snap Ring Pliers.
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[@marcin315]

The knipex gentleman has the same look as Mike from breaking bad series:)

[@randysmith9636]

I do not, any longer, fool around with anything hot other than testing. A few years ago I had a customer with a water leak in the crawl space. There was enough headroom to be on your knees with your head between the joists. The ground was muddy with a inch or so of standing water in areas. I seen the wire running along the joist but didn't give it much thought, until. Apparently the homeowner or ? had cut into the wire down to the copper, I missed that. My elbow got into the bare wire, knees in the mud and water. I have been hit with 220 and while I would not recommend it, that was nothing compared to the hit I received from that 110. Holy crap, It took a second to realize what was was causing my eyes to cross because it was literally everywhere on me. It was definitely the worst shock I have ever had. Stay strong brothers and be safe.

[@MadMax-bq6pg]

Whilst I have no official trade qual’s, this old technician came through in the school of hard knocks… and when the boss man teaching said it was a cir-clip, it was a goddamn cir-clip. Just the same as we have spanners, not wrenches. And the boss man teaching had fists and the entitlement to use them as an incentive in the education of young whippersnappers. Kind regards from Oz 🇦🇺👍

[@Sixpathsoflight]

I am a high voltage electrician and I use the blue and red handled diagonal cutters and forged wire strippers to troubleshoot neon transformers pushing out 15-20k volts, along with pole lights pushing out two lines of 277v. I’ve cut live wires plenty of times and so have many other electricians in the service field. There’s no way the electricity we work with is going to conduct through that thick plastic.

[@drangduewel]

It is the same material, just thicker in some places. All electrical pliers are tested with 10,000V. If there was an air bubble in the handle of the non-electric pliers, you wouldn't notice it. In that case, you could be killed.

[@krystian8508]

Greetings from Poland. Nice video 👍. Not sure how in US, but in Europe, Knipex makes 1000V tools also with all-red handles (please check for example pliers no. 03 07 180 in graphics). They are more or less similar in shape as those yellow-red ones (the handles are thicker compared to standard pliers), but made with the similar material as this plastic coated pliers wrench mentioned first in the video (they are shiny red). From what I know, there is no difference between all-red 1000V pliers and yellow-red 1000V ones in terms of technicalities (besides coating), but the all-red ones are used mostly by technicians dealing with power lines, tension poles, transformers etc., and the yellow-red ones are used by electricians installing sockets, lamps, working in household installations in general. This is not an official division or similar, just some kind of general "rule" the tools are used (do not know the exact reason why it is so). As for the pronunciation, the Germans say Knipex with K at front. You can take the word knee, say it with k at front and add "pex" at the end, this is more or less how it sounds.

[@wadecannon5607]

I could see where they could be confused for insulated tools; but you should definitely check the handle every time you pick them up with intentions of working on live electrical.

[@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597]

Not to be mr safety cop but nfpa 70E stated live work must be done with live work gear.

[@wadecannon5607]

@@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597 You're absolutely right. I've done NFPA 70E. Anyone in a position to be working on live circuits (Should) know the difference in tools and should know working live should be a last resort.

[@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597]

@@wadecannon5607 I agree working live should be your last resort (except for troubleshooting)

[@DMSparky]

7 year journeyman Canadian electrician, first off I will say we should be doing everything in our power to eliminate workplace related injuries and deaths from every industry. We all want to go home to our family’s at the end of the day and not have injuries. Electrical safety is more than a having 1000v tool safety rating. You need proper training, tools, procedures, proper equipment, communication and awareness of your surroundings.

[@midatlantictools]

Sold some S type pipe wrenches today.. need to order more. Really like videos like this one.!

[@_DEBO]

Hey, I've been enjoying your videos. Keep up the good work

[@jeffreywolf5235]

All the pliers I buy from Kinpex are all going to be comfort grip handles. I have two maybe three pairs with the regular handles and I don't like them digging into the palms of my hands. I have larger hands and most. But I've also been very sick for the last two decades so from my hundred and 95 lb body I'm 130 lbs now. So I have no more padding in my hands that I once had so the comfort handles make the difference of the world. Worth every bit of the two to three dollars more they want for them. I don't really do much work around live electrical so I've never seen the need or necessity to own much of the insulated stuff except for 1 special tip screwdriver for changing out outlet receptacles

[@babywolf199]

The Knipex swedish pipe wrench styles are a great alternative to the Snap-On pwz.

[@ronaldjohnson1474]

Agree, but Pittsburgh (Harbor Freight) also has a 12.5" version for $12. For people who rarely need them, maybe a look is worth while?

[@donotrobme9295]

If u search there’s usually a better version of snap on fir everything. I own my fair share of snap on and also vim and knipex etc when applicable . Fun to shop around and research. Also nice to just have convenience of name brand truck tools delivered or order knipex online or head to local lisle/napa or our farm ranch carry GW and teketon etc. Fir a tool I will use I usually don’t have time at that moment to research so I stick to brands I trust. When bored I can watch koon etc and get pointers

[@scirarocco]

It’s widely known that Bahco (owned by snap-on) make the pwz’s and are generally priced 15-20% below Snapons promo price here in the uk. Excellent tool, multitude of uses. Knipex are superb, not had an issue with any I have or sell.

[@harveysmith100]

@@ronaldjohnson1474 If you rarely need them, you probable are deep in sh*t when you do need them so I suggest teeth made with Chinesium steel probable aren't going to get you out of the sh*t. If you need a cheaper version, go for the Bahco version, they are Swedish and they invented them. They are now owned by Snap On and make Snap On's version.

[@user-fp3gx2ow7p]

Circlips in the uk lol.

[@U_ever]

Great work Clay. Inquirin' minds wanna know if Pete's killer Invicta wrist watch is 1,000 Volt rated? That thing is an eye catcher ,

[@pl5624]

She's got a great,big smile!

[@larryborkstrom3580]

That's clears up a few things with there snap ring pliers we're both internal and external on the same pair

[@ianloyd6384]

“We’re” both..? 🤨

[@kevinsinclair8387]

iv just bought knipex plyers and did the test they did on youtube where you stand on it and showed my wife and daughter and they thought i was doing a magic trick which i think is good so now even my wife likes these .....which im taking her saying that is im "allowed" to get more happy days hahaha nice videos as usual clay well done

[@ianloyd6384]

“Allowed” lol. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@kevinsinclair8387]

@@ianloyd6384 happy wife happy life lol

[@85jmccoy]

This should be common sense...but common sense ain't all too common anymore.....lol

[@KoonTrucking]

It’s more rare than a chicken teeth

[@85jmccoy]

@@KoonTrucking lol

[@johnwhite993]

@@KoonTrucking or rooster eggs

[@johnwhite993]

Common sense is a super power these days

[@lpmorify]

Common sense is an uncommon virtue.

[@Toolaholic7]

I did it as a kid,have put a screwdriver in plug in once

[@markiefufu]

I put a bobby pin in an outlet once when I was 3. My mom took me to her hair appointment. You've never seen so many women come to the aid of a little bit before. 🤣

[@jameslewis1175]

Knipex needs to make me a wheel weight hammer/ plier

[@swervo6509]

Where you get those insulated linesman with the crimper

[@richardgraham65]

Thanks for almost clearing that up! I own some of the red/yellow 1000V insulated tools, however mine do not have anything on the handles that say ASTM - any ideas? They do state 1000V and they have the double triangle.

[@KoonTrucking]

should be safe then

[@creamysbrianna]

Sparky's and other electrically qualified professionals remember unless you see the double insulated symbols (double square or triangle) along with the insulation rating written on the handle it's not insulated. This may save your life if you are working on live wires and using properly insulated tools. If they are not properly insulated you will get electrocuted and potentially killed. Don't risk your life, take the time and effort to read and verify you are using the proper tools and PPE for the job.

[@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597]

What is knipex warranty on their insulated pliers. My 1000v installation pliers got ran over by a roller coaster and destroyed the handles. I still have them In service just wrapped them in 33, 130c and glass tape, and even though when I do live work it’s with my class 00 gloves and arc shield still would like to have the certified insulation again

[@Mystninja]

Maggie is the star of the video.

[@scrambler350]

I'd be like an 8yr old on Christmas in there - very cool. LOVE me some KNIPEX.

[@scrambler350]

...and your videos JUST ABOUT got me ready to pull the trigger on some Swedish Pipe Wrenches.

[@ancormane524]

Knipex are amazing they well themsevles

[@tunintunin3417]

I have a bunch of knipex tools, the pliers plastic grips slide off when you pull on cables even though some of them are designed for htat purpose. Wiha is much better with that.

[@nickayivor8432]

Knipex 👌 Good Evening from London England UK 🇬🇧 KNOWLEDGEABLE Koon Trucking Sharing what you know with us great video loved it thank you very much Take care and have a great day KNOWLEDGEABLE Koon Trucking From Nick Ayivor from London England UK 🇬🇧 ⏰️ 23.27pm

[@pudermcgavin4462]

Ok I need a pliers to remove and install the "circlips" on say and half shaft/ cv axle that locks it into the trans! God dand they are a pain!

[@alfredbernal8603]

KOON TRUCKING! Hope you had a nice weekend! Thank you for your time and video! 👨🏻‍🔧

[@wizardwithguns1]

In the UK, the k in knipex is silent

[@joseepifaniogomes1843]

Meu sonho de consumo pena que não posso comprar.

[@stanleynowak9325]

Dude, do you live there? Actually, a pretty good video.

[@damagedxjustice]

Are the insulated linemans pliers he holds in this video for sale anywhere? I looked for the model number and I can't find it anywhere. I like their linemans with the crimper and fish tape puller and I want to buy the insulated pair but I can't find any like the ones he showed in this video.

[@swervo6509]

I searched for them on their website and it said an “illegal choice was detected” so I don’t how he got those or where he got them.

[@ianloyd6384]

AKA: “Just because has blue & red colors on the handles, doesn’t meant it’s any better or Safer than the Cheaper regular handles”

[@KoonTrucking]

Nope just more comfortable that’s all

[@ianloyd6384]

@@KoonTrucking they really are. Comes down to cost / comfort preferences for the user

[@erhverhzhee6732]

Where can I find the 1000v lineman pliers with the crimper , does Knipex still make them?

[@evanjenkins131]

also interested… can’t find them anywhere, maybe US only? i’m UK here

[@oldman3388]

Clay thanks for all the videos you do and the places you go thank you. And I hope go home with a goodie bag.🔧🔧🔧🔧

[@martinelectrician5637]

Nice video! Always knipex!

[@drengskap]

Does anyone know why the plier wrenches have those smooth dipped PVC handles? I wish they had the textured handles like the Cobra pliers.

[@danstheman33]

I prefer the smooth handles, they're easier to clean.

[@drengskap]

@@danstheman33 I prefer the textured handles, they're easier to grip.

[@Evil_Joe]

you can get both styles in canada the chrome have the smooth handles and the black have the textured

[@AquaTech225]

If anyone thought other than this. They shouldn’t be allowed around any electricity from the get go. There not all there

[@Failsafeman100]

This guy failed to mention that the handle materials in the 1000v and the comfort grips are IDENTICAL. The only difference other than the shape and colour is that the 1000v ones have actually been tested and approved to resist 10kV

[@harveysmith100]

When you say the rest of the world Clay, I think you mean the rest of America. Over in Europe we call them "circlip pliers" and we also pronounce them "Kuh nip ex." Good video. My wife wouldn't let me anywhere near a Knipex factory in case they had a sales counter.

[@cglees]

I guess you eat with a kuh-nife and fork too

[@BPo75]

@@cglees Nope, kniv and gaffel.

[@Goodshaft]

Maggie is Beautiful !

[@illestofdemall13]

The one that says 1000V is the one that is. Pretty simple if people would just know how to read. Lol

[@johnbailey9682]

If you want to cut a live wire then your a FOOL 1

[@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597]

I mean technically if you only cut one wire at a time and isolate it. Then you should be fine. (A lot of assumption based on one’s skill and comfortably around live wires is going into this though)

[@johnbailey9682]

@@burnedupsparkytipsandrevie9597 better safe than sorry .

[@bharatnadhani4532]

Metal appears very good , but insulation is not so good as claimed.

[@mmakvandi]

In Japan they have Knipex Japan edition with black handles and Knipex Japan and the year printed on the handles. Any chance we will get something like that in the USA?

[@KoonTrucking]

No clue? Since red is the trademark color I’m going to say red handles are here to stay

[@ianloyd6384]

Yeah.. maybe if your order off eBay or Amazon-Japan

[@Kackspack0815]

Different-coloured handles = 1000 V rating, got it. ✅ People… 🙄

[@sunnydays1238]

What are the brand of the tool cabinets in the back?

[@djosbun]

More Maggie, please. 😁

[@djsi38t]

Seems like common sense is all one needs to figure this stuff out.

[@KoonTrucking]

That’s a rare thing this day …. Common sense

[@tylermurphy4020]

Knipex makes the best hammers.

[@adelarsen9776]

Live electricity - As opposed to dead electricity. And what's Live Electric Current ? I still think German people say Knee Pex.

[@cglees]

It’s pronounced Knipex

[@jeffreywolf5235]

Your electric sounds are cringe-worthy. Please don't do that again..