Combination pliers

Combination Pliers

Combination pliers are staple tools in a professional's toolbox. They are used for various functions, given their versatility, as the name suggests. Whether you work in the industry or are a hobbyist, you may want to add combination pliers to your collection. Beta Tools store offers combination pliers of different sizes and construction to cater to a range of user needs. Choose from different handles and heads, and pick the one you need. You can also buy a pack and have more options readily available in your toolbox.

Combination Plier Uses

Combination pliers are used for a range of purposes, as they combine wire cutters with gripping jaws. You can use it for twisting, cutting, gripping, bending, compressing, and extracting the material. The construction of the pliers is unique and versatile too. They come with extra leverage for improved grip and cut force and increase the scope of function. You can perform varying tasks with a single combination plier.

Linesman Pliers

A variant of combination pliers is the linesman pliers. Linesman pliers are specialized combination pliers designed for heavy-duty work and made especially insulated handles. This is done, so the user remains safe around live electronics.

How Do Combination Pliers Work?

These pliers use leverage to increase the pressure the user exerts while squeezing the handles together. As a result, the force between the pliers' jaws is more than the pressure that the user applies. Think of scissors. The pliers work similarly, as there are two levers joined that pivot across one another when used. With the increased force using the pliers, you can grip the nails, fasteners, or other objects much tighter than you could with your bare hands. Pliers come with serrated jaws. This provides friction clutching.

Plier Design

To better understand the mechanism of pliers, it's essential first to grasp the plier design. The basic design includes the handles, the pivot point, cutters, jaws, pipe grip, and tip. The components work in tandem to attach and detach small parts or cables. Combination pliers have different functions, so they do much more than just cutting, as we have already discussed above. However, these components are present in nearly every kind of plier. Here are some additional plier types to know of -

Circlip plier
Cutters
Flat nose plier
Locking plier
Long-nose plier
Pincers
Slip joint plier
Wire twisting plier

All these types are used for varying purposes. Knowing exactly how each can assist you can help you decide which ones you need to add to your toolbox. But a combination plier is a must-have tool, given that it's multi-purpose and can perform the basic jobs expected from a plier. Make sure that the tools you buy are made of excellent material and are durable. If you're looking for a suitable plier in Australia, your best bet is the Beta Tools store.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much weight can a heavy duty jack stand hold?

Capacity varies by model and is stated on each product page. Check the rating for the specific stand you are using, and always work in a matched pair.

Do I need 3 tonne or 6 tonne jack stands?

Work from the weight that will sit on the pair of stands rather than the vehicle’s total weight, then allow a margin above that figure.

Should jack stands always be used in pairs?

Yes. A matched pair set to the same height spreads the load evenly and keeps the vehicle level while you work.

Can a vehicle be left on jack stands overnight?

Stands are made to hold a static load, so a longer job is fine on level, solid ground. Check the vehicle is still sitting square each time you return to it.

What working height do I need for a truck or 4WD?

Measure from the ground to your support point with the wheels off. The tallest 3010H and 3010V models reach 1077 mm and 1090 mm respectively.

Browse the full range of Beta Tools jack stands, or talk to the UNIPAC team about matching stands to the vehicles you work on.