Plier Types And Their Uses
Do you need a wrench or one of our plier types for your project?
A wrench is used for turning items in a circular motion and pliers are hand tools used to hold and twist objects.
The first difference between wrenches and plier types is size. Wrenches come in a variety of sizes, while pliers usually only come in one size. Wrenches are better for larger projects, while pliers are more versatile and can be used for a variety of fix it fast DIY tasks.
Grip is also another difference that sets pliers and wrenches apart. Different Plier Types have a gripping surface that helps the user hold on to the object they're twisting. This is especially helpful when the object is slippery (Remember Safety First - Always) or difficult to hold on to. Wrenches do not have a gripping surface, which can make them more difficult to use.
Looking for your first set of Pliers? Maybe you just need to replace your current set.
Are you a newbie looking for your first set of pliers and not sure what Pliers Types you need for DIY home repair? Must Own Tools has you covered. Look below for a few recommendations for a few plier options that meet your needs.
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Needle Nose Plier Set
This pliers set has 3 different sizes for your choice, including a 4-inch mini diagonal plier, 5-inch mini long nose plier, and 6-Inch mini needle nose plier.
Work Pro Needle Nose Pliers
These long nose pliers are made of heavy-duty chrome vanadium steel and processed with 5 boost crafts to improve their hardness and durability. Heat-treated hardness 40-48 HRC.
Boosden Needle Nose Pliers
This 8 inch Needle nose pliers with spring loaded has an excellent long-distance design, suitable for working in narrow areas.
WorkPro Slip Joint Plier Set
The pliers set are made of CR-V steel and CR-NI steel, and the surface is heat-treated and blackened to ensure hardness, better-clamping force, toughness, and durability. The hardened cutting edge improves the cutting convenience.
Work Pro Needle Nose Pliers
These long nose pliers are made of heavy-duty chrome vanadium steel and processed with 5 boost crafts to improve their hardness and durability. Heat-treated hardness 40-48 HRC.
Horusdy 8-Inch Slip-Joint Pliers
Slip-Joint 1.8" Slip Joint Pliers is made of chromium steel, toughness and durability.Slip joint make stronger prying and gripping use.
3Pcs Groove Joint Pliers Sets - 8&10&12-inch
Quick Adjust and Release Adjustable Pliers,V-Jaw for Home Repair, Gripping, Nuts, Bolts, Pipe & Fittings. Each set comes with a convenient kitbag that makes storage and transportation a breeze.
BLACK+DECKER Slip Joint Pliers, 2 Pack
Slip-resistant tongue and groove pliers that are oil-resistant, double-dipped grips provide comfort. Made from drop-forged steel construction for strength and durability.
INCLUDES: 8 in. and 12 in. pliers
WorkPro Channel Lock Pliers
WORKPRO channel lock pliers are made of high-quality CrNi steel with high hardness and durability, black finished and polished for corrosion resistance and longer tool life..
WORKPRO 3-PC 7” & 10” Curved Jaw Locking Pliers
Equipped with a 3pc hex keys, which provide maximum locking force. Adjustable Tightening Screw & Quick Release Lever: Able to close the jaw immediately for storing.
Craftsman Vise Grip Pliers
With the easy-release mechanism of locking pliers Multi-zone bi-material grips.Controls the jaw opening and locking pressure of locking pliers set Full Lifetime Warranty.
IRWIN VISE-GRIP Locking Pliers with Wire Cutter
Curved jaw with hardened teeth are designed to grip a variety of shapes from any angle
Classic trigger release provides maximum locking force. Includes wire cutter for more versatility.
BLACK+DECKER Plier Set, 4-Piece
Variety of pliers for wire cutting. Includes 8 in. Cutting wires using the side cutters, 6 in. needle nose best for precision work in hard-to-reach places, and 6 in. diagonal is meant for cutting.
MulWark 8" Heavy Duty Wire Stripping Tool
Strips 24, 22, 20, 18, 16, 14, 12 AWG solid wire and 10-22 AWG stranded wire, e.g. Romex cable; high-frequency heat treated sharp blades make clean cuts on even thick wires, e.g. speaker wire
IRWIN Wire Stripping & Cutting. Cuts 10-22 AWG,
Wire cutter with hardened cutting edge stays sharp longer. Pliers style nose allows wire stripper to pull and loop. Cuts bolts to size. Crimps insulated and non-insulated terminals.
Pliers DIY Frequently Asked Questions
- What Pliers should a DIY beginner have in their tool kit?
- Do I need a pair of wire cutters?
- Should I buy a large set of pliers?
- Vise-Grips
Slip Joint & Needle Nose Pliers
Start out with a pair of Slip Joint and Needle Nose pliers. Use Slip Joint pliers to pull out nails, hold screws. and more. Needle Nose pliers are great for grabbing smaller objects, bending wire and reaching in to hard to get to places.
It depends, if you won't be cutting wire or other materials, no.
Most Needle Nose pliers - and some slip Joint pliers - have wire cutters that can handle most household DIY jobs. Unless you will be working on a wiring project these should be sufficient, don't spend your money until you really need to.
Don't waste your money on a set of pliers you may not use.
Large tool sets will either be very expensive for a quality set of tools. More affordable sets compromise quality, using soft metals that easily slip or break. Save. your money, don't buy tools you don't need or won't use in the near time. Wait until you really need the tool. Must Own Tools recommends start building a set of quality tools, one at a time. Save money and be more productive.
What are Vise Grip pliers used for?
Break off a nail or screw? Vise-Grips are the perfect tool for "grabbing and locking" onto a broken screw or nail that you want to pull out of a piece of wood or other material. Their locking capabilities are what makes them so valuable, and useful.