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    Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Straight Tip Angle. Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. 15° Tip. Front orientation. 15° Tip Angle. Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. 45° Tip. Front orientation. 45° Tip Angle. Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.

    Straight Tip

    Angle

    15° Tip

    45° Tip

    Image of Specification. 90° Tip. Front orientation. 90° Tip Angle. Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.

    90° Tip

    Change tips to use a different size or angle. These tools have spring-assisted jaws that open automatically when you release the handles. They require a #1 Phillips screwdriver (not included) to change tips.
    For Internal Retaining Rings—Pliers for internal retaining rings are used to install and remove rings inside a bore.
    For External Retaining Rings—Pliers for external retaining rings are used to install and remove rings around a shaft.
    No. of
    Pliers
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Features
    Container
    Type
    Tip Angle
    Each
    For Internal Retaining Rings
     
    Spring-Assisted Jaws—Cushion Grip
    156 1/2" Lg. Internal Pliers for Rings that Fit 3/8"-1 3/4" (10-45 mm) ID
    One Pair of 45° Tips (0.039" Dia.)
    One Pair of 90° Tips (0.047" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 15° Tips (0.039" Dia., 0.048" Dia., and 0.074" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips—15°, 45°, 90°0000000000000
     
    For External Retaining Rings
     
    Spring-Assisted Jaws—Cushion Grip
    156 1/2" Lg. External Pliers for Rings that Fit 1/4"-1 7/16" (6-37 mm) OD
    One Pair of 45° Tips (0.039" Dia.)
    One Pair of 90° Tips (0.047" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 15° Tips (0.039" Dia., 0.048" Dia., and 0.074" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips—15°, 45°, 90°000000000000
     
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings
     
    Switch Jaw Adjustment Spring-Assisted Jaws—Cushion Grip
    156 1/4" Lg. Internal/External Pliers w/ Adjustable Stop for Rings that Fit 1/4"-1" (7-26 mm) ID and 1/8"-1" (3-26 mm) OD
    Hex Key
    Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.023", 0.039", and 0.047" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.039" and 0.047" Dia.)    		Adjustable Handle Stop
    Color-Coded Tips    		Plastic PouchStraight, 90°000000000000
    157 3/4" Lg. Internal/External Pliers for Rings that Fit 3/8"-2" (10-51 mm) ID and 1/4"-2" (7-51 mm) OD
    Hex Key
    Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.039", 0.047", and 0.070" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.039" and 0.047" Dia.)    		Color-Coded TipsPlastic PouchStraight, 90°000000000000
    157 3/4" Lg. Internal/External Pliers w/ Adjustable Stop for Rings that Fit 3/8"-2" (10-51 mm) ID and 1/4"-2" (7-51 mm) OD
    Hex Key
    Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.039", 0.047", and 0.070" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.039" and 0.047" Dia.)    		Adjustable Handle Stop
    Color-Coded Tips    		Plastic PouchStraight, 90°000000000000
     
    Tip Sets for Retaining Ring Pliers
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Features
    Each
    5One Pair of 45° Tips (0.039" Dia.)
    One Pair of 90° Tips (0.047" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 15° Tips (0.039", 0.047", and 0.074" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips000000000000
    5Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.023", 0.039", and 0.047" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.039" and 0.047" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips00000000000
    5Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.039", 0.047", and 0.070" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.039" and 0.047" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips00000000000

    Heavy Duty Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. Heavy Duty Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Straight Tip Angle. Heavy Duty Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 45° Tip Angle. Heavy Duty Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.

    Straight Tip

    Angle

    45° Tip Angle

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 90° Tip Angle. Heavy Duty Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.

    90° Tip Angle

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    The forged construction provides high strength for durability and long life. Use the included hex key to change tips for a different size or angle. These tools have spring-assisted jaws that open automatically when you release the handles. An adjustable handle stop prevents you from over-expanding or contracting retaining rings.
    For External Retaining Rings—Pliers for external retaining rings are used to install and remove rings around a shaft.
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings—Pliers for external retaining rings are used to install and remove rings around a shaft. Pliers for internal retaining rings are used to install and remove rings inside a bore.
    No. of
    Pliers
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Features
    Container
    Type
    Tip Angle
    Each
    For External Retaining Rings
     
    Manual Jaws—Cushion Grip
    1513 1/2" Lg. External Pliers for Rings that Fit 1/4"-3 1/2" (6-88 mm) OD
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.038" and .047")
    Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.038", 0.047", and 0.070" Dia.)
    2 mm Hex Key    		——Straight, 90°0000000000000
     
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings
     
    Spring-Assisted Jaws—Cushion Grip
    296 1/4" Lg. Internal Pliers for Rings that Fit 5/16"-2 31/64" (8-63 mm) ID
    6 1/2" Lg. External Pliers for Rings that Fit 1/8"-2 31/64" (3-63 mm) OD
    Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.035", 0.051", and 0.071" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 45° Tips (0.035", 0.051", and 0.071" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 90° Tips (0.035", 0.051", and 0.071" Dia.)
    2.5 mm Hex Key    		Adjustable Handle StopPlastic CaseStraight, 45°, 90°0000000000000
     
    Manual Jaws—Cushion Grip
    259" Lg. Internal Pliers for Rings that 1/4"-3 1/2" (6-88 mm) ID
    9" Lg. External Pliers for Rings that Fit 1/4"-3 1/2" (6-88 mm) OD
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.038" and .047")
    Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.038", .047", and 0.07")
    2 mm Hex Key    		——Straight, 90°000000000000
     
    Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers
    Tip
    Dia.
    Choose a Tip
    Angle
    Pair
    0.035"
    45°
    ,
    90°
    ,
    Straight
    		00000000000
    0.051"
    45°
    ,
    90°
    ,
    Straight
    		0000000000
    0.071"
    45°
    ,
    90°
    ,
    Straight
    		0000000000

    Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Straight Tip Angle. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 15° Tip Angle. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. 45° Tip. Front orientation. 45° Tip Angle. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.

    Straight Tip

    Angle

    15° Tip Angle

    45° Tip

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 70° Tip Angle. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 90° Tip Angle. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.

    70° Tip Angle

    90° Tip Angle

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    The handle can be locked in place to hold rings open or closed for easier installation and removal. Change tips to use a different size or angle. For sets with one or three pairs of pliers, use the included hex key. Sets with two pliers require a #2 slotted screwdriver (not included).
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings—Pliers for external retaining rings are used to install and remove rings around a shaft. Pliers for internal retaining rings are used to install and remove rings inside a bore. Pliers for internal and external retaining rings can be used on both types—switch from one to the other by flipping the switch.
    Spring-Assisted Jaws—Spring-assisted jaws open automatically when you release the handles.
    Adjustable Handle Stop—Adjustable handle stop prevents you from over-expanding or contracting retaining rings.
    No. of
    Pliers
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Features
    Container
    Type
    Tip Angle
    Each
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings
     
    Switch Jaw Adjustment Spring-Assisted Jaws—Cushion Grip
    1610 1/4" Lg. Internal/External Pliers for Rings that Fit 1 13/16"-4" (46-102 mm) ID and 1 1/2"-4" (32-102 mm) OD
    Hex Key
    Three Pairs of 15° Tips (0.090", 0.108", and 0.120" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 70° Tips (0.090", 0.108", and 0.120" Dia.)    		Adjustable Handle Stop
    Color-Coded Tips
    Locking Handle    		Plastic Pouch15°, 70°0000000000000
    31610 1/4" Lg. Internal/External Pliers for Rings that Fit 1 13/16"-4" (46-102 mm) ID and 1 1/2"-4" (32-102 mm) OD
    6 1/4" Lg. Internal/External Pliers w/ Adjustable Stop for Rings that Fit 1/4"-1" (7-26 mm) ID and 1/8"-1" (3-26 mm) OD
    7 3/4" Lg. Internal/External Pliers w/ Adjustable Stop for Rings that Fit 3/8"-2" (10-51 mm) ID and 1/4"-2" (7-51 mm) OD
    One Pair of 0.023" Straight Tips
    One Pair of 0.070" Dia. Straight Tips
    One Pair of 0.090" Dia. 15° Tips
    One Pair of 0.090" Dia. 70° Tips
    One Pair of 0.108" Dia. 15° Tips
    One Pair of 0.108" Dia. 70° Tips
    One Pair of 0.120" Dia. 15° Tips
    One Pair of 0.120" Dia. 70° Tips
    Two Pairs of 0.039" Dia. Straight Tips
    Two Pairs of 0.039" Dia. 90° Tips
    Two Pairs of 0.047" Dia. Straight Tips
    Two Pairs of 0.047" Dia. 90° Tips
    Hex Keys    		Adjustable Handle Stop
    Color-Coded Tips
    Locking Handle    		Plastic CaseStraight, 15°, 70°, 90°0000000000000
     
    Manual Jaws—Cushion Grip
    2516" Lg. External Pliers for Rings that Fit 3 1/2"-6 1/2" (89-165 mm) OD
    16" Lg. Internal Pliers for Rings that Fit 3 1/16"-6" (78-152 mm) ID
    One Pair of 0.120" Dia. 45° Tips
    One Pair of 0.120" Dia. 90° Tips
    Three Pairs of 0.120" Dia. Straight Tips    		Locking Handle—Straight, 45°, 90°00000000000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Retaining Ring Pliers
    Tip Sets for Retaining Ring Pliers
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Features
    Each
    5Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.023", 0.039", and 0.047" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.039" and 0.047" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips000000000000
    5Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.039", 0.047", and 0.070" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.039" and 0.047" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips00000000000
    6Three Pairs of 15° Tips (0.090", 0.108", and 0.120" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 70° Tips (0.090", 0.108", and 0.120" Dia.)    		Color-Coded Tips000000000000
    Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers. Sold as Sets, Straight Tip Angle.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers. Sold as Sets, 45° Tip Angle.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers. Sold as Sets, 90° Tip Angle.

    Straight Tip Angle

    45° Tip Angle

    90° Tip Angle

    Straight
    Tip Angle
    45° Tip Angle
    90° Tip Angle
    Tip
    Dia.
    Pair
    Pair
    Pair
    For Plain Grip Pliers
    0.120"000000000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Screwdriver-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. Screwdriver-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 15° Tip Angle. Screwdriver-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 45° Tip Angle. Screwdriver-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools.

    15° Tip Angle

    45° Tip Angle

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    Twist the handle to open and close the jaws. Use these tools to install and remove rings inside a bore or around a shaft. Change tips for a different size or angle using a 3/32" hex key (not included).
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Tip
    Angle
    Each
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings
     
    Manual Jaws—Plain Grip
    310" Lg. Internal and External Retaining Ring Tool for Rings that Fit 2 7/16"-3 1/2" (62-89 mm) ID and 1 1/2"-4" (38-102 mm) OD
    One Pair of 15° Tips (0.108" Dia.)
    Two Pairs of 45° Tips (0.108" and 0.123" Dia.)
    Extra Pair of Jaw Plates and Screws    		15°, 45°0000000000000
     

    Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers

    The handle can be locked in place to hold rings open or closed for easier installation and removal. Change tips to use a different size or angle (installation tool is not included). 16" long pliers require a #2 slotted screwdriver. 22" and 22 1/2" long pliers require a 5/32" hex key.
    For Internal Retaining Rings
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers , For Internal Retaining Rings, Plain Grip.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal Retaining Rings.

    Plain Grip

    Pliers for internal retaining rings are used to install and remove rings inside a bore.
    For Rings That Fit ID
    Tip
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw Opening
    Style
    Features
    Material
    Tip
    Angle
    Each
    Plain Grip
    4 51/64" to 12" (122 mm to 300 mm)0.140"22 1/2"ManualLocking HandleSteelStraight000000000000000
     
    Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers. Sold Individually, Straight Tip Angle.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers. Sold Individually, 90° Tip Angle.

    Straight Tip Angle

    90° Tip Angle

    Straight
    Tip Angle
    90° Tip Angle
    Tip
    Dia.
    Pair
    Pair
    For Plain Grip Pliers
    0.140"0000000000000000000000000000
     
    For External Retaining Rings
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. Locking Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers , For External Retaining Rings, Plain Grip.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For External Retaining Rings.

    Plain Grip

    Pliers for external retaining rings are used to install and remove rings around a shaft.
    For Rings That Fit OD
    Tip
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Jaw Opening
    Style
    Features
    Material
    Tip
    Angle
    Each
    Plain Grip
    4 51/64" to 12" (122 mm to 300 mm)0.140"22"ManualLocking HandleSteelStraight000000000000000
     
    Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers. Sold Individually, Straight Tip Angle.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tips for Retaining Ring Pliers. Sold Individually, 90° Tip Angle.

    Straight Tip Angle

    90° Tip Angle

    Straight
    Tip Angle
    90° Tip Angle
    Tip
    Dia.
    Pair
    Pair
    For Plain Grip Pliers
    0.140"0000000000000000000000000000
     

    Electrically Insulating Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. Electrically Insulating Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Straight Tip Angle. Electrically Insulating Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 90° Tip Angle. Electrically Insulating Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Pliers Sets.

    Straight Tip

    Angle

    90° Tip Angle

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These pliers are tested to 1,000 volts to meet ASTM F1505. Install and remove multiple sizes of both internal and external retaining rings. Flip the switch to alternate between working inside a bore for internal retaining rings and around a shaft for external retaining rings. Change tips for a different size or angle; loosen the set screw using the included hex key. Pliers have an adjustable handle stop that prevents you from over-expanding or over-contracting retaining rings.
    No. of
    Pliers
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Features
    Container
    Type
    Tip Angle
    Each
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings
     
    Switch Jaw Adjustment Spring-Assisted Jaws—Cushion Grip
    157 1/2" Lg. Internal/External Pliers w/ Adjustable Stop for Rings that Fit 1/4"-1" (7-26 mm) ID and 1/8"-1" (3-26 mm) OD
    Hex Key
    Two Pairs of 90° Tips (0.036" and 0.047" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of Straight Tips (0.023", 0.036", and 0.047" Dia.)    		Adjustable Handle Stop
    Color-Coded Tips    		Plastic PouchStraight, 90°00000000000000
     

    T-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Retaining Ring Pliers. T-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 20° Tip Angle. T-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. 72° Tip Angle. T-Handle Changeable-Tip Retaining Ring Tools.

    20° Tip

    Angle

    72° Tip

    Angle

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Annotated. For Internal and External Retaining Rings.
    Working with large retaining rings is easier with a T-handle. Turn it to open and close the jaws. Use these tools to install and remove rings inside a bore or around a shaft. Change tips for a different size or angle using the included hex key.
    No. of
    Tip Pairs
    Includes
    Container
    Type
    Tip
    Angle
    Each
    For Internal and External Retaining Rings
     
    Manual Jaws—Plain Grip
    67" Lg. Internal and External Retaining Ring Tool for Rings that Fit 3 1/2"-7" (90-175 mm) ID and 3 1/2"-7" (90-175 mm) OD
    Hex Key
    Three Pairs of 20° Tips (0.120", 0.150", and 0.180" Dia.)
    Three Pairs of 72° Tips (0.120", 0.150", and 0.180" Dia.)    		Plastic Case20°, 72°00000000000000
     
    T-Handle Key Tips
    Each
    Three Pairs of 20° Tips (0.120", 0.150", and 0.180" Dia.)0000000000000
    Three Pairs of 72° Tips (0.120", 0.150", and 0.180" Dia.)000000000000
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