Description

The KNIPEX 1000V 200MM Snipe Nose Side Cutting Pliers (26 17 200) offer VDE 1000V live-working capability in a dipped insulation format — providing a smooth, one-piece insulation sleeve over the handles as an alternative to the multi-component VDE grip of the 26 16 200. Both types meet DIN EN IEC 60900 and are individually tested at 10,000V for equivalently verified safety.
The dipped insulation provides a clean, uniform surface that some professionals prefer for its simplicity and ease of cleaning. The jaw geometry and cutting capability are identical to the multi-component grip variant, with the same precision half-round tapered jaw and induction-hardened side-cutting edge.
The choice between dipped and multi-component insulation is largely a matter of personal preference regarding handle feel. Either variant provides the certified electrical protection required for live-working, and either is a sound professional investment for any electrician working regularly in energised environments.