What types of terminals is this tool designed for?

It is designed for wire ferrules according to DIN 46228 parts 1 and 4.

What wire capacity range does the Knipex 97 78 180 cover?

It crimps wire ferrules for conductor cross-sections from 0.25 mm² to 16 mm².

How many crimping dies are available on this tool?

It features 9 marked half-round crimping dies with conical side faces.

Is this crimping plier certified for electrical work?

Yes, it is VDE-tested and insulated to IEC 60900 and DIN EN 60900 for up to 1000V AC.

How do you select the correct size for crimping?

You select the appropriate position manually from the 9 clearly marked crimp profiles.

KNIPEX 97 78 180 crimping pliers for insulated end sleeves with multi-component handles, VDE-tested 180 mm

Name: KNIPEX 97 78 180 crimping pliers for insulated end sleeves with multi-component handles, VDE-tested 180 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 02601610
Price: 36.2 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: KNIPEX 97 78 180 | EAN 4003773072003

Recommended Retail Price €58.50

36.20 tax incl.

€29.92 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Secure and effortless crimping with Knipex

Practical benefits

Tested VDE electrical protection: The multi-component insulated handles ensure you stay protected while working on electrical installations.
Wide crimping capacity range: With 9 deep half-round dies, you can crimp wire ferrules from 0.25 to 16 mm² accurately.
Optimized high leverage transmission: The mechanical design lets you achieve solid connections with noticeably less hand effort required.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 97 78 180 crimping pliers, you create secure and accurate connections in control cabinets and distribution boards. The VDE-tested multi-component insulated handles ensure electrical protection up to 1000 V ac during installation work. Featuring 9 deep half-round crimping dies with conical side faces, it covers wire ferrules from 0.25 to 16 mm² without needing multiple tools. The high-leverage mechanical transmission delivers solid crimping results with minimal hand effort. You effectively prevent frayed copper wire strands and poor terminal connections, keeping full control over every job.

Product information FAQ

€36.20

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Min. wire cross-section: 0,25 mm²
Pliers type: Ferrule crimping pliers
Number of crimping profiles: 9
Max. wire section: 16 mm²

Product description

Light and slim design
Easy crimping thanks to optimised transmission
For crimping end sleeves DIN 46228 parts 1 + 4 from 0.25 to 16 mm²
Crimping in marked, semi-circular profiles for secure connection of ferrule and conductor
9 particularly deep profiles with conical side surfaces

Documents

⤓ Product sheet PDF

All Features

Min. wire cross-section: 0,25 mm²
Pliers type: Ferrule crimping pliers
Number of crimping profiles: 9
Max. wire section: 16 mm²
Number of crimp profiles: 9
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Vde-approved: yes
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Cup: polished
Dimensions: 180 x 54 x 28 mm
Standard: DIN EN 60900 IEC 60900

Brand KNIPEX
02601610
EAN 4003773072003
Supplier number KNIPEX 97 78 180

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What types of terminals is this tool designed for?: It is designed for wire ferrules according to DIN 46228 parts 1 and 4.
What wire capacity range does the Knipex 97 78 180 cover?: It crimps wire ferrules for conductor cross-sections from 0.25 mm² to 16 mm².
How many crimping dies are available on this tool?: It features 9 marked half-round crimping dies with conical side faces.
Is this crimping plier certified for electrical work?: Yes, it is VDE-tested and insulated to IEC 60900 and DIN EN 60900 for up to 1000V AC.
How do you select the correct size for crimping?: You select the appropriate position manually from the 9 clearly marked crimp profiles.