PLIERS
Pliers are designed to hold, turn and cut objects. Pliers vary in length from 4" to 20". Some pliers are available with factory applied, plastic-coated handles, providing an attractive appearance and comfortable grip. However, these pliers should not be relied on for electrical work.
A. Pliers fall into two broad categories : solid-joint and slip-joint, either of which may have cutters.
Slip-joint pliers are of two designs : multiple hole and tongue and groove. The slip or adjustable joint enables the tool to adjust to the size of the object being held.
Solid-joint pliers have a joint fixed with a solid pin or rivet and are not adjustable.