{"product_id":"crescent-rtz216-16-inch-tongue-and-groove-pliers-z2-k9-straight-jaw-dipped-handle-heavy-duty-quick-adjust-alloy-steel-mechanic-plumbing-hand-tool","title":"Crescent RTZ216 16 Inch Tongue and Groove Pliers Z2 K9 Straight Jaw Dipped Handle Heavy Duty Quick Adjust Alloy Steel Mechanic Plumbing Hand Tool","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Link to the Crescent Tools homepage.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/pages\/brand-crescent\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"crescent trusted by the trades logo Logout\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/crescent_logo_4.jpg?v=1772744067\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eELITE ANGLE GRIP PROFILE – Industrial 16-Inch Z2 K9 Straight Jaw Tongue and Groove Pliers with Professional Easy-Clean Dipped Handles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExert unrelenting clamping force and capture extra-large fittings effortlessly with the advanced mechanical engineering of the Crescent 16-Inch Z2 K9™ Straight Jaw Tongue and Groove Pliers (RTZ216). Purpose-built for professional commercial plumbers, industrial pipefitters, water treatment technicians, facility maintenance operators, and heavy machinery mechanics, these long-reach channel pliers represent the peak of durable slip-joint innovation. Forged from high-grade alloy steel and precision-machined to ensure a lifetime of punishing jobsite performance, this industrial hand tool features patented K9™ jaw geometry. This unique architecture provides a rock-solid, non-slip bite on fasteners, pipe couplings, and fasteners even when operating at a severe 35-degree angle. It serves as an essential primary hand tool for locking down heavy drainage rings, tightening large pump valves, coupling oversized industrial conduits, or managing heavy-duty machinery repairs where standard pliers fall short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery structural detail of these extra-large adjustable pliers is optimized to expand tight workspace access and reduce user fatigue during intensive production schedules. Engineered with an ultra-slim jaw design, this tool yields 40% greater access than traditional large-format tongue and groove tools, slipping smoothly into confined equipment cavities and tight structural frames. The aggressive tooth orientation configuration maximizes directional torque transfer, utilizing a rugged 10-position interlocking channel matrix to adapt dynamically to a massive 4.2-inch jaw capacity. Outfitted with high-leverage joints that reduce manual hand strain, professional easy-clean dipped grips that repel grease and oils, and a distinctive handle-tip identification marker for quick selection from a packed service chest, these pliers deliver the professional-grade capability you can trust shift after shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented K9 Jaw Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unique angled jaw profile guarantees a ferocious, secure bite on circular and geometric pieces at up to a 35-degree workspace angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlimline Head Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-profile narrow jaw design expands situational access by 40% compared to standard bulky plumbing channel tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-Position Quick Adjust Matrix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty interlocking groove tracks offer 10 separate adjustment options to maximize capacity, flexibility, and hand-grip ergonomics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Torque Tooth Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aggressively angled, induction-hardened teeth bite down deeply to stop slipping and protect against material rounding under high torque load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-Clean Professional Dipped Grips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oil-resistant, smooth-dipped handle coating minimizes palm friction, cleans instantly, and features integrated tip identification markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForged Alloy Steel Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid, heat-treated alloy construction delivers exceptional bending stiffness and long-term durability under extreme leverage pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Crescent 16\" Z2 K9 Straight Jaw Dipped Handle Tongue and Groove Pliers (RTZ216)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Original Factory Heavy-Duty Protective Carded Hang Packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1274\" height=\"717\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3L5IBgQoz6Q\" title=\"Z2 Pliers | Crescent Tools\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"1000\" style=\"width: 51.9643%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: sans-serif; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #004b87; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); text-align: left; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eSpecification Field\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); text-align: left; width: 57.2451%;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eBrand Manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003eCrescent® Tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eProduct Class Model Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003eZ2™ \/ K9™ Professional Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eModel Part Number (OEM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003eRTZ216\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eWrench Structural Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003eStraight Jaw Adjustable Tongue \u0026amp; Groove Pliers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eNominal Size Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003ePrecision-Machined Polished Anti-Rust Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eJaw Thickness Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003e0.58 Inches (0.58 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eJaw Width Dimension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003e2.5 Inches (2.5 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eJaw Length Dimension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003e3.2 Inches (3.2 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eOverall Housing Base Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003e0.85 Inches (0.85 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eWire Cutting \/ Crimping Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); width: 57.2451%;\"\u003eNo (Dedicated Solid Clamping Configuration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); font-weight: bold; width: 42.7549%;\"\u003eInsulated Casing Safe Properties\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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