Mechanisms — slip-joint pliers

Recent Blogs

Tongue-and-groove Pliers diagram
Tongue-and-groove Pliers Mechanism Explained: Jaw Geometry, Lever Ratio, and Clamping Force
Tongue-and-groove pliers explained — how the slip-joint channel works, jaw geometry, grip force calculations, and real plumbing and HVAC use cases.
Slip-joint Pliers diagram
Slip-joint Pliers Mechanism Explained: How the Slot-and-Pin Pivot, Lever Ratio, and Jaw Geometry Work
How Slip-joint Pliers work, the pivot geometry behind the two jaw positions, and how plumbers, electricians, and mechanics use them on real jobs.