KNIPEX Tools - Pliers Wrench, Chrome (8603250), 10-Inch

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The primary purpose of a wrench is to apply torque onto a fastener to loosen or tighten it. Pliers are used for gripping and holding objects, cutting, bending, twisting wires, etc. Difference in Design

For example, both pipe wrenches and tongue-and-groove pliers can be used to grip and rotate pipes, although each tool may be more suitable for different types or sizes of pipes. In other words, a good pliers wrench must engage in one direction and disengage in the other so that you don’t have to manually withdraw the jaws from the fastener as you do with an adjustable wrench. 4. Multiple adjustment positions

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Generally, pliers are more adept at gripping, bending, or cutting, while wrenches are specifically designed for the precise fit and torque application needed for tightening or loosening fasteners. It is the versatility of pliers that brings the mistaken assumption that they can take the place of wrenches. Why You Shouldn’t Use a Plier?

A pliers wrench must have multiple adjustment positions for a wide range of gripping positions. The adjustment mechanism allows you to open the jaws to grip different sizes of objects. It should be easy to adjust and the jaws should stay fixed for repetitive work. Best Pliers WrenchesA pliers wrench is a type of adjustable pliers that combines the features of water pump pliers and an adjustable wrench. It has smooth parallel jaws just like an adjustable spanner. In contrast, water pump pliers have curved grooved jaws.