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Knipex internal circlip pliers, 45-degree tips, black phosphate finish, cushioned grips

Knipex

Knipex 44 31 J12 SBA Retaining Ring Plier Internal 45° .049 Tip

SKU CH-882Z-8V9J6

Retaining-ring pliers for internal circlips 12–25 mm with 45° .049 in tips and non-slip phosphate-coated jaws

  • Product typePliers
  • Main materialChrome Vanadium Electric Steel
  • Color and finishBlack
  • Internal circlip removal up to 25 mm bore
  • 45° angled tips reach confined bores easily
  • .051 in tip diameter fits 12–25 mm rings
  • Atramentized chrome-vanadium steel resists corrosion
  • Cushioned plastic grips reduce hand fatigue

Internal Circlip Pliers for Precision Work

These Knipex retaining-ring pliers are built for technicians who install or remove internal circlips in bores from 12 mm to 25 mm. The 45-degree angled tips reach into tight housings where straight jaws cannot. Chrome vanadium electric steel construction withstands repeated professional use.

Atramentized Finish Resists Corrosion and Glare

The phosphate coating reduces surface reflection under bright workshop lighting while protecting the steel from rust. Standard cushion grips absorb hand pressure during repetitive tasks without adding bulk. Manual jaw opening gives direct tactile control over tip spread.

Nonslip Tips Hold Rings Securely During Removal

Precision-machined .051 in tips grip circlip lugs firmly, reducing the risk of the ring flying loose. Tips are not replaceable and the tool is not tether-ready, so users who need lanyard attachment or field-serviceable tips should select a different model. No ESD-safe rating is provided.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKnipex
Model name44 31 J12 SBA
Product typePliers
Color and finishBlack
Size & build
Main materialChrome Vanadium Electric Steel

Questions about this item

How do I fit the 0.049 inch tips into a 12 mm bore at 45 degrees?

Open the handles, insert the angled tips into the internal circlip holes, then squeeze to expand the ring; the 45-degree bend lets you reach around obstructions without twisting the wrist.

Will the phosphate-coated jaws or plastic grips need replacement over time?

The atramentized finish resists corrosion, and the cushion grips are bonded to the handles; neither is designed to be user-replaceable, so the tool is used until wear makes the tips unreliable.

At what bore size do the 0.051 inch tips start to lose grip on internal rings?

The pliers are rated for 12 mm to 25 mm bores; beyond 25 mm the tips cannot reach the circlip holes securely, so that upper limit is reached first under sustained use.

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