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Knipex Cobra water pump pliers, 18-position push-button adjustment, V-jaw with serrated teeth, cushioned grips, box-joint design

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Knipex 87 01 180 Cobra Water Pump Pliers hand tool

SKU CH-XXM1-HQRVH

Self-locking water-pump pliers with push-button fine adjustment across 18 positions and hardened 61 HRC jaws

  • Product typeAngle, Pitch & Slope Locators
  • Push-button adjustment gives 18 jaw positions for fast, precise sizing
  • Self-locking V-jaws with 61 HRC teeth grip pipes and nuts securely
  • Pinch guard protects fingers during high-force applications
  • Box-joint double-guide design keeps jaws aligned under load
  • 7 1/4 in overall length provides strong leverage in tight spaces

Knipex Cobra 7-1/4" Pliers

The Knipex 87 01 180 Cobra water pump pliers are a push-button adjustable hand tool for technicians and DIY users who need quick jaw changes on pipe, nuts or fittings. The 18-position fine adjustment locks onto round or flat workpieces without slipping.

1-1/2" Maximum Jaw Opening

The 1-1/2 inch maximum jaw opening covers common plumbing and mechanical fasteners, while the V-shaped serrated jaws hardened to approximately 61 HRC grip securely. Capacity ends at larger pipe diameters or oversized nuts beyond that opening limit.

Box-Joint Double-Guide Construction

A box-joint design with double guides keeps the jaws aligned under load, and the pinch guard prevents finger injuries during rapid adjustment. Standard cushion grips provide comfort but are not insulated, so the tool is unsuitable for live electrical work.

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Price $31.99
Pricier than about 61% of the 2,474 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameKNIPEX
Product typeAngle, Pitch & Slope Locators

Questions about this item

Will the 7 1/4 in Cobra pliers fit in the same tool roll as my older 180 mm water-pump pliers?

The Cobra is 7 1/4 in overall and opens to 1 1/2 in, so compare those dimensions with your older pair to confirm fit.

How can I verify the push-button adjustment locks securely on each of the 18 positions?

Close the jaws on a workpiece; the button should click into a detent and the joint must not shift when you apply torque.

Does the box include the plastic cushion grips or must they be purchased separately?

The pliers ship with the standard cushion grips already fitted; no separate grip purchase is needed.

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