KNIPEX 97 78 180 VDE Crimping Pliers for Wire Ferrules – 0.25–16mm²

The KNIPEX 97 78 180 VDE Crimping Pliers for Wire Ferrules are designed for electricians, HVAC technicians, refrigeration technicians and maintenance professionals who need accurate ferrule crimping for electrical installation and control wiring work. With a 180mm body, polished head and VDE-tested insulated multi-component grips, these crimping pliers are built for professional use around electrical systems.

Designed for crimping wire ferrules according to DIN 46228 parts 1 and 4, the KNIPEX 97 78 180 covers ferrules from 0.25mm² to 16.0mm². The marked half-round dies help ensure the ferrule is positioned correctly, creating a reliable connection between the sleeve and conductor.

The light and slim design makes these crimping pliers practical for control cabinets, switchboards, terminals, electrical panels and domestic electrical systems. The optimised transmission ratio allows easier crimping with reduced hand effort, while the nine deep dies with conical side faces help hold ferrules securely during crimping.

Key Features

• Professional VDE crimping pliers for wire ferrules

• Designed for crimping ferrules according to DIN 46228 parts 1 and 4

• Crimping range from 0.25mm² to 16.0mm²

• Suitable for AWG 24 to AWG 6 wire ferrules

• 9 marked half-round crimp profiles for accurate ferrule positioning

• Deep dies with conical side faces help hold ferrules securely

• Creates reliable connections between ferrule sleeve and conductor

• Optimised transmission ratio allows easier crimping with reduced hand effort

• Light and slim 180mm design for control cabinet and panel work

• Insulated multi-component grips for safer work around electrical systems

• VDE-tested to DIN EN 60900 and IEC 60900 standards

• Polished pliers head for a clean professional finish

• Manufactured from special tool steel and oil hardened for durability

• Ideal for switchboards, control panels, terminals and service vehicles

Specifications

• Brand: KNIPEX

• Product Number: 9778180

• KNIPEX Part Number: 97 78 180

• Product Name: KNIPEX Crimping Pliers for Wire Ferrules

• Tool Type: VDE Insulated Wire Ferrule Crimping Pliers

• Length: 180mm

• Head Finish: Polished

• Handle Type: Insulated multi-component grips, VDE-tested

• Application: Wire ferrules

• Crimping Capacity: 0.25–16.0mm²

• AWG Capacity: AWG 24–6

• Number of Crimp Profiles: 9

• Crimp Profile Type: Marked half-round dies

• Die Design: Deep dies with conical side faces

• Suitable Ferrule Standard: DIN 46228 parts 1 and 4

• Material: Special tool steel, oil hardened

• Standards: DIN EN 60900 and IEC 60900

• VDE Tested: Yes

• REACH Compliance: Does not contain SVHC

• RoHS Compliance: Not applicable

• Dimensions: 180 x 54 x 28mm

• Weight: 254g

• EAN / Barcode: 4003773072003

• Application: Crimping wire ferrules for electrical installation, control wiring, switchboards, panels and terminal work

Ideal For

• Professional electricians

• Industrial electricians

• Commercial electrical contractors

• HVAC technicians

• Refrigeration technicians

• Electrical maintenance workers

• Control panel technicians

• Switchboard wiring

• Terminal and ferrule crimping work

• Control cabinet assembly and maintenance

• Domestic and industrial electrical systems

• Trade tool kits, service bags and maintenance vehicles

Professional VDE Ferrule Crimping Pliers for Electrical Wiring

The KNIPEX 97 78 180 VDE Crimping Pliers are built for tradespeople who need clean, reliable and repeatable ferrule crimps across a wide 0.25–16.0mm² range. With nine marked half-round dies, VDE-tested insulated grips and an optimised transmission ratio, they provide practical crimping performance for professional electrical installation and maintenance work.

For electricians, HVAC technicians, refrigeration technicians and control panel specialists, these KNIPEX ferrule crimping pliers deliver trusted German-made quality, comfortable handling and reliable ferrule termination for switchboards, control cabinets, terminals and service applications.