Core qualities: steel – and what we make from it
You can expect a great deal more from a pair of KNIPEX pliers This starts with the material $ecause the many models of pliers in our range are designed for different requirements and loads, we use steel alloys that have been specially selected for the application and rolled according to our high speciƂcations Long lasting cutting capability when working with very hard wires, strength when working with high torque loads, and good resistance to corrosion are examples of these targets The respective materials are then given their speciƂc molecular structure in a number of coordinated heat treatment steps to produce the optimal relationship between hardness and toughness These processes allow us to achieve the high degree of reliability, durability and service life that are the very deƂnition of KNIPEX pliers
Macro image of a cutter after induction hardening. The specially hardened cutter area (light) is in sharp contrast to the softer structure of the body of the pliers (dark).
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