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Black atramentized external circlip pliers with 90-degree tips and cushioned handles

Knipex

Knipex 46 21 A21 SBA external circlip pliers 0.078 in tip 90 deg

SKU CH-VACY-ZQS79

External circlip pliers with 0.078 in tips bent 90° for shafts from 19 mm to 60 mm

  • Product typePliers
  • Main materialChrome Vanadium Electric Steel
  • Color and finishBlack
  • Precise 90° access for external circlips 19–60 mm
  • Chrome vanadium electric steel withstands repeated high-force use
  • Atramentized phosphate finish resists corrosion in harsh environments
  • Spring-return jaws speed up repetitive removal tasks
  • 071 in tips fit standard circlip grooves securely

Precision external circlip pliers

These Knipex 46 21 A21 SBA pliers are built for technicians removing or fitting external retaining rings on shafts from 19 mm to 60 mm. The 90-degree angled tips give clear access in tight bores where straight jaws cannot reach. Chrome vanadium electric steel with an atramentized phosphate finish resists corrosion during daily workshop use.

Capacity and headroom

The 0.071 in tip diameter engages circlip holes cleanly across the stated shaft range, while the spring-return jaw opening speeds repetitive operations. Non-slip tips reduce the risk of the ring flying off during installation or removal. The tool is not designed for internal circlips, shafts outside the 19–60 mm window, or applications requiring replaceable tips.

Deciding specification

The 90-degree tip angle is the single detail that determines fit; it reaches external rings in recessed grooves where straight pliers cannot. If your work calls for straight access or internal rings, a different plier style is required.

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Price $23.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKnipex
Model name46 21 A21 SBA
Product typePliers
Color and finishBlack
Size & build
Main materialChrome Vanadium Electric Steel

Questions about this item

Will the 0.078 in tips on these 90° pliers clear the circlips on my older 19 mm shaft assemblies?

Yes, the 0.071 in tip diameter and 19 mm minimum shaft rating are designed for external circlips down to 19 mm.

How can I verify the spring-return action is functioning correctly after first use?

Open the handles fully and release; the jaws should snap shut smoothly without binding, and the nonslip tips must stay aligned.

Does the box include replacement tips or a tether attachment for the 46 21 A21 SBA?

No, the pliers have fixed nonslip tips and are not tether-ready; only the spring-return pliers with atramentized finish are supplied.

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