Knipex
We sell the full Knipex range, including the iconic Knipex Cobra water pump pliers, VDE insulated pliers for live electrical work, bolt cutters, circlip pliers and cable cutters, all made in Germany to the tight tolerances Knipex is known for.
Whether you need Knipex pliers for electricians, a concreter's nippers for tying rebar, or a wire stripping tool for coax and data cable, this range covers trade-specific tools built for daily professional use rather than occasional DIY jobs.
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Knipex – Product list
Knipex Cobra water pump pliers
The Cobra range is Knipex's best known product line, using a self-locking adjustment mechanism that grips more securely than a traditional water pump plier as pressure increases. Available as a 2-piece or 3-piece Cobra water pump pliers set, this is the tool most plumbers and general tradespeople reach for first when gripping pipes, nuts and fittings of varying sizes.
VDE insulated pliers for electricians
For anyone working near live electrical circuits, Knipex VDE pliers are insulated and individually tested to 10,000V, covering the VDE Combination Pliers, VDE Diagonal Cutters, and VDE Multifunctional Installation Pliers, which combines cutting, stripping and crimping in one tool for electricians who don't want to carry a separate tool for each task.
Wire and cable stripping tools
Knipex offers several dedicated stripping tools rather than a single generic design, since different cable types need different approaches. The ErgoStrip Universal Stripping Tool handles general cable stripping with reduced hand fatigue, while the wire stripping tool for coax and data cable is purpose-built for network and coax installation work. The Automatic Insulation Stripper adjusts to wire diameter automatically, useful for high-volume stripping without resetting the tool between cable gauges.
Circlip pliers: internal and external
Circlip pliers are one of the largest categories in this range, with 37 variants covering internal and external circlips across different bend angles and jaw sizes, such as the Circlip Pliers Internal 45° Bent Tip 8-13mm. Getting the right internal-vs-external and straight-vs-bent combination matters, since using the wrong type on a circlip groove risks damaging both the tool and the retaining ring.
Bolt cutters by length
Knipex bolt cutters scale cutting capacity with handle length, so choosing the right size matters as much as the brand. The range runs from the 460mm (18in) for lighter padlocks and thin bolts, up through 610mm (24in) to the 760mm (30in) for the thickest chain and rod, since a longer handle gives more leverage for cutting harder or thicker material.
Concreter's nippers for rebar tying
Concreter's nippers are a dedicated tool for tying rebar with wire, distinct from standard diagonal cutters. This range includes high leverage concreter's nippers in both 250mm and 300mm lengths, in black atramentized or bright zinc plated finishes, plus a lighter 220mm nipper plier for smaller-scale tying work.
Cable and wire rope cutters
For cutting SWA cable, wire rope and Bowden cable, standard diagonal cutters aren't built for the job. The VDE Cable Cutter for SWA Cable and SWA Cable Cutters are purpose-built for armoured cable, while the Wire Rope Cutters and 3 Stage Ratchet Action Cable Cutters handle thicker wire rope and multi-strand cable that would damage a standard cutter's jaws.
Pipe cutters for plumbing and installation
The Knipex BiX Clever Pipe Cutter gives a fast, clean cut on plastic pipe up to 72mm, while the TwistCut Corrugated Pipe Cutter is designed specifically for corrugated conduit between 13-32mm, a job standard pipe cutters handle poorly.
Why buy your Knipex tools from MTN Shop
All Knipex tools sold here are genuine stock, made in Germany to the precision and durability standards the brand is known for. We ship fast across the UK with straightforward returns on unused stock. For trade or bulk orders, request a quote and our team will confirm stock and lead time directly.
