Knipex 97 72 180 Crimping Pliers for Wire Ferrules 180mm 0.5-10mm2

The Knipex 97 72 180 is a 180 mm crimping plier for wire ferrules, designed to press ferrules conforming to DIN 46228 Part 1 and Part 4 across a capacity range of 0.25 to 16.0 mm². Nine deep crimp nests with conical side faces and clearly marked half-round profiles ensure accurate ferrule placement and a secure, reliable crimp. The lightweight, slim profile and three-component Comfort-Grips make it practical for extended use in automotive, IT, and electrical installation environments.

Specifications:

• Part number: 97 72 180
• Manufacturer: Knipex
• EAN: 4003773060185
• Product type: Crimping pliers for wire ferrules
• Overall dimensions: 180 x 55 x 21 mm
• Weight: 242 g
• Head: polished
• Handles: multi-component Comfort-Grips, plastic coated
• Crimping capacity: 0.25 - 16.0 mm² (AWG 24 - 6)
• Number of crimp nests: 9
• Standard: DIN 46228 Part 1 + 4
• REACH: contains no SVHC
• RoHS: not applicable

Features and benefits:

• Lightweight and slim design for comfortable use in confined or awkward spaces
• Also available as a VDE-rated version for electrical safety requirements
• Optimized leverage ratio reduces the force needed for each crimp
• Nine deep crimp nests with conical side faces hold ferrules securely in position during pressing
• Clearly marked half-round profiles help prevent incorrect nest selection
• Covers DIN 46228 Part 1 and Part 4 ferrules from 0.25 to 16.0 mm² in a single tool
• Comfort-Grips constructed from three ergonomic components, with two KNIPEXtend interfaces for compatible accessories and extensions

Applications:

• Crimping wire ferrules on stranded conductors during control cabinet and panel wiring
• Automotive electronics installation and wiring harness termination
• IT and server room cabling, patching, and infrastructure work
• Residential and commercial electrical installation including lighting circuits and consumer electronics
• General workshop and maintenance tasks requiring DIN 46228 compliant ferrule terminations

Also known as: Knipex 97 72 180, Knipex 9772180, Knipex 97-72-180, wire ferrule crimping pliers 180 mm, ferrule crimper 0.25-16mm2.