What is the maximum jaw capacity of the Knipex 86 01 180?

The tool handles gripping widths up to 40 mm or 1 1/2 inches.

Will this pliers wrench damage delicate surfaces?

No, the smooth parallel jaws grip without damaging edges or plated chrome surfaces.

How do you adjust the opening width?

You adjust it directly on the workpiece using the push button across 15 positions.

Can this tool replace a complete set of open-ended spanners?

Yes, it smoothly replaces both metric and imperial spanners up to 40 mm.

What handle type does this model feature?

The Knipex 86 01 180 comes with non-slip plastic-coated handles.

KNIPEX 86 01 180 spanner pliers plastic-coated grey atramentised 180 mm

Name: KNIPEX 86 01 180 spanner pliers plastic-coated grey atramentised 180 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 03065189
Price: 46.2 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: KNIPEX 86 01 180 | EAN 4003773084273

Recommended Retail Price €67.70

46.20 tax incl.

€38.18 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 23/10/2026

Delivery by DHL

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Versatile gripping without surface damage

Practical benefits

Protects sensitive workpieces: The smooth, parallel jaws let you work directly on delicate chrome fittings without damaging edges or surfaces.
Knipex replaces full sets: Push-button adjustment allows you to adapt smoothly to metric and imperial fasteners up to 40 mm.
Fast ratcheting action: Jaw movement lets you tighten and release bolted connections rapidly without removing the tool each turn.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 86 01 180 pliers wrench, you combine the gripping power of pliers with the precision of an adjustable wrench in a single tool. Its smooth, zero-backlash parallel jaws allow you to work directly on sensitive or chrome-plated fittings without scratching surfaces or rounding off edges. Push-button adjustment lets you adapt smoothly across 15 positions directly on the workpiece, replacing a full set of metric and imperial spanners up to 40 mm or 1 1/2 inches. Thanks to the fast ratcheting mechanism and non-slip plastic-coated handles, you tighten, loosen, hold, and bend workpieces quickly and with complete control.

Product information FAQ

€46.20

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Length: 180 mm
Surface treatment: Grey blackened
Max. width across flats: 1 1/2 inch

Product description

Replaces a set of spanners, metric and inch
Smooth jaws for the careful assembly of surface-finished fittings - can be used directly on chrome-plated parts!
Quick adjustment by pressing the button directly on the workpiece
Also excellent for gripping, clamping, pressing and bending workpieces
High clamping force thanks to 10-fold power transmission
No edge damage on sensitive fixtures thanks to backlash-free jaw pressure surfaces
Stepless clamping of all spanner widths up to the indicated capacity by means of parallel jaws
The joint is easy to adjust, after which a guaranteed connection is achieved
The stroke between the gripping jaws allows quick tightening and loosening of screw connections according to the ratchet principle
Increased gripping capacity thanks to two additional setting positions: stepless gripping of all spanner widths 40 mm
10 % less weight with the same stability
Practical scale: a lasered scale enables presetting of the spanner size before access

Documents

⤓ Product sheet PDF

All Features

Length: 180 mm
Surface treatment: Grey blackened
Max. width across flats: 1 1/2 inch
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Tang: grey atramentized
Handle: coated with anti-slip plastic
Setting positions: 15
Jaw thickness (hinge) (b2): 8.0 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Weight: 230 g
Cup: polished
Dimensions: 180 x 46 x 15 mm
Standard: DIN ISO 8976

Brand KNIPEX
03065189
EAN 4003773084273
Supplier number KNIPEX 86 01 180

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is the maximum jaw capacity of the Knipex 86 01 180?: The tool handles gripping widths up to 40 mm or 1 1/2 inches.
Will this pliers wrench damage delicate surfaces?: No, the smooth parallel jaws grip without damaging edges or plated chrome surfaces.
How do you adjust the opening width?: You adjust it directly on the workpiece using the push button across 15 positions.
Can this tool replace a complete set of open-ended spanners?: Yes, it smoothly replaces both metric and imperial spanners up to 40 mm.
What handle type does this model feature?: The Knipex 86 01 180 comes with non-slip plastic-coated handles.