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Demonstrate Ratcheting Action and Smooth Jaws

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What happens here

The creator demonstrates the ratcheting action of the Knipex Pliers Wrench on a brass pipe fitting. Unlike a traditional wrench, the pliers wrench allows for continuous tightening or loosening by simply pressing the handles together, slightly releasing, and then pressing again, without having to remove and reposition the tool on the fastener. The jaws are smooth, preventing damage to the fitting.

Goal: Understand the practical use of the Knipex Pliers Wrench's ratcheting feature and non-marring jaws.

Tools and materials

  • Brass Pipe Fitting — An object to demonstrate the tool's gripping and ratcheting action
  • Knipex Pliers Wrench Knipex — Demonstrating ratcheting action and grip