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This section provides an overview for snap ring pliers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 11 snap ring pliers manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked snap ring pliers companies as of December, 2024: 1.Lobtex Co. Ltd., 2.Matco Tools Corporation, 3.KNIPEX Tools..
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Snap ring pliers are specialized tools designed for installing and removing C-shaped snap rings. These rings are used in machinery to secure components such as bearings. The pliers allow for easy manipulation of the snap ring by expanding or contracting it with minimal effort.
These pliers are indispensable in industrial machinery maintenance, preventing bearing displacement, and ensuring secure assembly. Unlike improvised methods that risk damaging critical components, snap ring pliers provide a safe and efficient solution for handling snap rings of various sizes.
Operating on the principle of leverage, snap ring pliers feature elongated grips that facilitate the attachment and detachment of snap rings by exerting minimal force. The design aims to ensure safety and precision, reducing the risk of snap ring ejection during use.
There are primarily two types of snap ring pliers: expanding for shafts and contracting for holes. They come in various sizes to accommodate different snap ring diameters and include features like safety stoppers for larger sizes.
Selection criteria include the snap ring size and the specific requirements of the task at hand. Options range from versatile pliers suitable for both shafts and holes to models with interchangeable tips for added flexibility. It's crucial to choose pliers that match the application to ensure efficient and safe operation.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Lobtex CO. LTD., established in 1888 and headquartered in Higashiosaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of various tools like industrial fasteners, cutting, fastening, work, and electrical equipment tools. The company invented the two-handed hair clipper in 1888 as an alternative to imported clippers and made it popular in the barber industry. In 1928, it started making wrenches, and in 1932, it successfully produced the first adjustable wrench made domestically. It is ISO9001 and ISO1400 certified, and some of its products include hand punchers, riveters, pliers, wrenches, and vises.
TOP Kogyo Company, Ltd., a company founded in 1939 and headquartered in Sanjo City, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of hand tools. The company's product portfolio includes adjustable wrenches, PVC cutters, pliers, riveters, and various other hand tools. Hand tools find applications in various industries, including plumbing, metalworking, woodworking, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), and DIY/home improvement. The company also offers customer services, including customer support, product information, and a product catalog. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified for its quality management system.
Rennsteig Werkzeuge GmbH, currently a Knipex Group subsidiary, is a tool manufacturer founded in 1904 and based in Thuringia, Germany. The company's product range includes handheld tools for cable assembly, including cable cutters and insulation strippers. It also provides various solutions for crimping systems, large cross-sections, and wire-end ferrules. The company further produces industrial tools like shank chisels and scrapers. It also manufactures circlip pliers, notching pliers, and pipe cutters. These tools find applications in various industries, including aviation, construction, and electronics.
Lisle Corporation, founded in Clarinda, IA, in 1903 is a manufacturer of automotive tools, mechanic's creepers and lubrication & tire products. The company's product portfolio includes Pickup Tools & Mirrors, Plug Gappers & Feeler Gauges, Pullers & Installers, Scrapers and Specialty Tool Displays. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, and Custom Manufacturing.
Tsunoda Corporation Limited is a company established in 1964 and based in Niigata, Japan, as a manufacturer of hand tools. It specializes in manufacturing pliers like slip joints pliers, water pump pliers, and wrenches like hex key wrenches. It also manufactures forged articles and forged car components, as well as compression tools for wire connectors of interior wiring. The company is certificated by Japan Industrial Standard with several certifications, such as JIS B4635, JIS B4631, and JIS B4614, as well as acquired ISO 9001 certification. Its manufactured products serve the construction, manufacturing, and home improvement sectors across Japan.
Park Tool Co., founded in St. Paul, Minnesota, in 1963 is a manufacturer of bicycle tools and repair equipment. The company's product portfolio includes Bottom Bracket Tools, derailleurs and shifting components, and Tools to install and remove freewheels and cassette lockrings and wrenches. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, New Product Design and Development and Custom Manufacturing. The company makes over 500 products and sells them in over 70 countries.
MARUTO HASEGAWA KOSAKUJO INC, established in 1924 and based in Niigata, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of specialized work tools. The company's product range includes High Grade Hi-leverage Side Cutting Pliers, High Grade Long Nose Cutting Pliers, Tweezers with Cation Coating, Multipurpose Straight Tweezers, and Precision Tweezers (Anti Magnetic) (Anti Acid). These tools are designed for precision tasks across various industries. They primarily serve the electronics, manufacturing, and assembly sectors. Besides its product offerings, the company provides services such as tool customization, user consultation, and maintenance.
TOPTUL is part of ROTAR Group, founded in 1981 and operating in Taichung, Taiwan. TOPTUL is a manufacturer and distributor of tools and hardware equipment around the world. TOPTUL is ISO 9001:2008 certified. TOPTUL products include master tool sets, wrenches, torque wrenches, hand sockets, bit sockets, socket accessories, impact sockets, pneumatic tools, power tools, hexagon, star key tools, screwdrivers, bits, power bits, pliers, hammers & striking tools series, tool storage, tool display, auto tools, VDE insulated & general electrician’s tools, TOPTUL accessories, and other tools.
Suzhou Chisen Tools Co., Ltd. (SCT) is a Chinese manufacturer of hand tools and related hardware that was established in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu in 2010. The company primarily produces various hand tools including aviation snips, F clamps, locking grip pliers, and pincers. It also offers hardware products, such as hooks, brackets, and hinges for joining or securing parts or materials together. SCT mainly sells its products via partner distributors and wholesalers in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Matco Tools Corporation, founded in 1946 and based in Ohio, United States, manufactures professional equipment, storage and tools for automobiles and other industries. The company manufactures a range of electric tools, diagnostic tools, air tools, and hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, gauges and more. Matco sells its automotive tools and products directly to its customers or through a network of independent franchised distributors. Matco Tools are distributed in Canada, Puerto Rico, and all 50 states of America.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lobtex Co. Ltd. |
21.7%
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| 2 | Matco Tools Corporation |
15.7%
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| 3 | KNIPEX Tools. |
14.5%
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| 4 | TOP Kogyo Company, Ltd. |
9.6%
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| 5 | Park Tool Co. |
8.4%
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| 6 | Lisle Corporation |
8.4%
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| 7 | Suzhou CHISEN Tools Co., LTD. |
7.2%
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| 8 | TOPTUL The Mark of Professional Tools |
7.2%
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| 9 | Rennsteig Werkzeuge GmbH |
3.6%
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| 10 | Tsunoda Corporation Limited |
2.4%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the snap ring pliers page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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Japan
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3 | 50.0% |
United States of America
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1 | 16.7% |
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Taiwan
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1 | 16.7% |
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China
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1 | 16.7% |
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■Description The tip has a reverse tapered shape to securely hold the snap ring. The grip has a soft feel and is comfortable to hold and is non-sli...
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■Features ・Soft cover ・With spring ・Replaceable claw type [Replacement spring] MBN- 05 (10 pieces)
Promote Co., Ltd.
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■Features This one is for shafts and holes. ■Applications For attaching and detaching snap rings
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■ Features ･ You can work in a narrow place due to the slim shape. ･ Smooth opening and closing can be made by the supporter of the special mechani...
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MARUTO HASEGAWA KOSAKUJO INC
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Last viewed: 23 hours ago
◼︎Product overview A tool for attaching and detaching C-type snap rings. There are two types, one for shaft and one for hole, and you can change th...
MARUTO HASEGAWA KOSAKUJO INC
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◼︎Product overview These snap ring pliers have a completely new feel, unlike any other. When squeezed, the left and right claws move in opposite di...
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*Overseas order: Delivery time is 2 weeks or more
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*The above are catalog numbers. Actual figures may differ. *Items ordered from overseas will take more than 2 weeks to be delivered.
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■Product details ・Switchable tip for holes and shafts ・The claw at the tip can be replaced. ・Ring pliers with adjustable stopper ・With ratchet ...
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■Product details ・A tool for attaching and detaching C-type retaining rings (snap rings) for machine tools, electronic equipment, etc.
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■Product details ・A tool for attaching and detaching C-type retaining rings (snap rings) for machine tools, electronic equipment, etc.
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■Product details ・A tool for attaching and detaching C-type retaining rings (snap rings) for machine tools, electronic equipment, etc.
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■Product details ・A tool for attaching and detaching C-type retaining rings (snap rings) for machine tools, electronic equipment, etc.
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■Product details ・Attachment and removal of C-type retaining rings (snap rings) for machine tools, electronic equipment, etc.
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■Product details ・A tool for attaching and detaching C-type retaining rings (snap rings) for machine tools, electronic equipment, etc.
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■Features ・One piece can be used as a shaft and hole snap ring. - Functions can be easily switched by simply changing the position of the hole. ・...
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A set of 12 ring pliers in 4 different sizes, 0°, 45°, and 90°. It can be easily changed for holes and shafts. ■Toe diameter angle ・3 types: 1.0m...
