Is this water pump pliers suitable for live electrical work?

Yes, it is VDE-tested and insulated with multi-component grips according to IEC 60900 and DIN EN 60900 for work up to 1000V.

What is the maximum gripping capacity of the Knipex 87 26 250 T?

It grips pipes up to 50 mm (2 inches) in diameter and nuts up to a width across flats of 46 mm.

What is the purpose of the integrated attachment point?

The insulated tether attachment point allows you to connect a fall protection lanyard when working at heights.

How do you adjust the jaw opening?

You press the push-button to open and slide the gripping jaw directly onto the workpiece across 24 adjustment positions.

Does the tool have a pinch guard?

Yes, a built-in pinch guard prevents operators' fingers from being pinched during use.

KNIPEX 87 26 250 T Cobra water pump pliers VDE TT chrome-plated, insulated with multi-component wraps and attachment hook 250 mm

Name: KNIPEX 87 26 250 T Cobra water pump pliers VDE TT chrome-plated, insulated with multi-component wraps and attachment hook 250 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 03065225
Price: 54.8 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: KNIPEX 87 26 250 T | EAN 4003773081517

Recommended Retail Price €79.44

54.80 tax incl.

€45.29 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 27/10/2026

Delivery by DHL

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Safe and powerful gripping with Knipex Cobra VDE

Practical benefits

Certified insulation with tether point: You work safely on electrical installations with tested VDE insulation and an integrated tether attachment point.
Reliable self-locking grip: The hardened gripping teeth secure tightly onto pipes and nuts, so you avoid slipping without extra hand force.
Fast push-button adjustment: You adapt the jaws directly on workpieces up to 50 mm using the quick push-button mechanism.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 87 26 250 t Cobra vde water pump pliers, you gain maximum safety and control during electrical maintenance and work at height. Tested vde insulation up to 1000V combined with an integrated tether attachment point ensures dependable protection on every job. Fast push-button adjustment across 24 positions lets you adapt instantly to pipes up to 50 mm (2 inches) and nuts up to 46 mm. The specially hardened, self-locking jaw geometry grips securely without slipping, reducing hand fatigue while a built-in pinch guard protects your fingers.

Product information FAQ

€54.80

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Overall length: 250 mm
Max. width across flats: 46 mm
VDE approved: Yes
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Chrome plated
Max. pipe diameter: 2 inch
Product Range: Knipex Cobra

Product description

Adjustment by sliding the jaw close to the workpiece, fast, safe and easy to use
Fine adjustment: allows optimum adaptation to the widest range of tool sizes and a hand-friendly handle position
Good access to the workpiece thanks to slim design in the head and hinge area
Self-locking on pipes and nuts: does not slide off the workpiece and requires less effort
Gripping surfaces with specially hardened teeth, tooth hardness approx. 61 HRC: firm grip every time thanks to high wear resistance
High stability thanks to double guidance
Clamping guard prevents injuries
Pliers with integrated insulated attachment hook for attaching a fall arrest device

Documents

⤓ Product sheet PDF

All Features

Overall length: 250 mm
Max. width across flats: 46 mm
Vde approved: Yes
Non-sparking: No
Surface treatment (pliers): Chrome plated
Max. pipe diameter: 2 inch
Vde-approved: yes
Tang: chromed
Handle: Insulated with multi-component handle sleeves and fixed attachment eye, VDE-tested
Fall protection: yes
Setting positions: 24
Capacity for tubes inch (diameter): Ø 50 mm
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Capacity for pipes (diameter): Ø 2 in
Capacity for nuts (spanner size): 46 mm
Weight: 400 g
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Cup: chromed
Dimensions: 250 x 72 x 28 mm
Standard: DIN ISO 8976 DIN EN 60900 IEC 60900
Product range: Knipex Cobra

Brand KNIPEX
03065225
EAN 4003773081517
Supplier number KNIPEX 87 26 250 T

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Is this water pump pliers suitable for live electrical work?: Yes, it is VDE-tested and insulated with multi-component grips according to IEC 60900 and DIN EN 60900 for work up to 1000V.
What is the maximum gripping capacity of the Knipex 87 26 250 T?: It grips pipes up to 50 mm (2 inches) in diameter and nuts up to a width across flats of 46 mm.
What is the purpose of the integrated attachment point?: The insulated tether attachment point allows you to connect a fall protection lanyard when working at heights.
How do you adjust the jaw opening?: You press the push-button to open and slide the gripping jaw directly onto the workpiece across 24 adjustment positions.
Does the tool have a pinch guard?: Yes, a built-in pinch guard prevents operators' fingers from being pinched during use.