Groove Joint & Slip Joint Pliers (63 items found)

Pliers let you more easily manipulate, tighten and loosen materials by enhancing your grip and increasing your leverage. They are essential tools for any DIY enthusiast's toolbox, but different types are ideal for different jobs.

Slip joint pliers can come in handy for a wide range of projects, and Ace Hardware carries an array of these uniquely designed jaw pliers from brands like Milwaukee and Craftsman.

Slip Joint Pliers for Light Jobs

Slip joint pliers have a pivot point rather than a fixed rivet on their heads, like other joint pliers. This feature makes it possible for you to adjust the space between the jaws to accommodate materials of different thickness levels. Most have serrated edges to improve grip and a slight curve to the jaw to fit rounded materials.

Due to their design, slip joint pliers are suitable for jobs that require light gripping. You can also use them to crimp metal, create loops in wire and even cut soft nails and thin wires. If you're looking for a pair of general-purpose pliers, slip joint pliers may be the ideal solution due to their versatility.

Tongue and Groove Pliers for Greater Grip

Also known as groove joint pliers, tongue and groove pliers boast a pivot point like slip joint pliers. However, they usually adjust even more to suit a wide range of material thicknesses. They also typically have longer handles and slightly angled heads. These features make tongue and groove pliers capable of fitting places that slip joint pliers may not and increase your grip strength for extra turning power.

Because tongue and groove pliers are often used for plumbing applications, some people refer to them as water pump pliers, but they can also come in handy when working with any type of irregularly shaped materials.

Getting the Right Groove Joint Pliers

Whether you’re looking for slip joint or tongue and groove pliers, keep the following in mind as you compare tools:

• Size: The overall size of pliers will give you an idea of how easy they will be to fit in various spaces. Jaw size also matters, as larger jaws are better for gripping bigger materials.
• Handle: Some pliers feature comfort grip handles that reduce pressure on the hands and fight slippage.
• Wire cutter: If you’re working with wire, you may wish to choose a pair of pliers with a built-in wire cutter.

In addition to purchasing pliers individually, you can also purchase plier sets. Like screwdriver sets, these sets can include a single type of plier in multiple sizes or provide different types of pliers, such as locking straight jaw pliers along with tongue and groove or slip joint pliers.

Shop Water Pump and Slip Joint Pliers Near You

From hand multi-tools to screwdrivers, Ace has all the hand tools you need to complete your project. Visit your local Ace store to buy slip joint pliers near you, comparing different models side by side. While you're there, one of our knowledgeable associates can help you select the slip joint or water pump pliers that are ideal for your project and find everything else on your tools and materials list. If you prefer to shop at home or on the go, browse the selection of jaw pliers online.