These KNIPEX 13 Series VDE Multifunctional Installation Pliers are fitted with multi-component grips VDE tested up to 10000V and safe for work up to 1000V They conform to DIN EN IEC 60900 The head is made from forged vanadium electric steel multi stage oil-hardened Chrome plated finish The slim dimensions of these pliers enable easy access Fitted with a bolted joint for precise zero backlash operation of pliers With 6 functions -Smooth surfaces near the tips grip single cores without damaging them; serrated gripping surfaces and pipe grip for gripping flat and round material -Clear-cut outside edge on the jaw for working on flush-mounted junction boxes and deburring feed-through holes -Stripping holes for conductors of 075 - 15mm² and 25mm² -Crimp die for wire-end ferrules 05 - 25mm² -Cable shears with induction-hardened precision cutting edges for copper and aluminium cables up to 5 x 25mm² dia 15mm -Gripping without opening the pliers completely intelligent latching mechanism in the spring assisted version The cutting edge remains closed and protected