Gedore 1699849 VDE Combination Pliers 180 mm

Electrical work demands tools that protect you from live circuits while delivering reliable gripping and cutting performance. The Gedore 1699849 VDE Combination Pliers meet this need with insulation certified for safe use up to 1000 V AC, making them a trusted choice for professional electricians and serious DIYers.

Who is it for

These pliers are built for electricians, maintenance technicians, and anyone working on electrical installations where contact with live parts is possible. They are equally suited for gripping flat or round material, bending wires, and cutting soft, medium-hard, and hard wire.

Main features

• VDE insulation according to DIN EN 60900 / IEC 60900, rated for 1000 V AC
• Forged from special tool steel, oil-hardened for long service life
• Induction-hardened cutting edges for clean cuts and extended sharpness
• Serrated gripping surfaces and a special gripping zone for flat and round material
• Chrome-plated, polished head for corrosion resistance
• 2-component handles for a secure, comfortable grip
• Overall length: 180 mm
• Conforms to DIN ISO 5746 for combination pliers

Specifications

• Tool type: Combination pliers
• Insulation standard: VDE (DIN EN 60900 / IEC 60900)
• Max. operating voltage: 1000 V AC
• Overall length: 180 mm
• Material: Special tool steel, forged, oil-hardened
• Surface finish: Chrome-plated, polished head
• Cutting edge hardness: Induction-hardened
• Cutting capacity hard wire: Ø 2.0 mm
• Cutting capacity medium-hard wire: Ø 3.4 mm
• Cutting capacity soft wire: Ø 4.6 mm
• Handle type: 2-component handles
• Jaw design: Serrated gripping surfaces
• Special gripping zone: For flat and round material
• Standard compliance: DIN ISO 5746

Tips

Always inspect the insulation before each use; any damage to the VDE coating means the tool must be taken out of service. Use the dedicated gripping zone for flat or round stock to avoid damaging the cutting edges. After use, wipe the pliers with a lightly oiled cloth to maintain the chrome finish.