{"product_id":"gearwrench-snap-ring-pliers-82142-9-inch-straight-fixed-tip-0-09-inch-external-retaining-fastener-automotive-tapered-jaw-alloy-steel-hand-tool","title":"Gearwrench Snap Ring Pliers 82142 9 Inch Straight Fixed Tip (0.09 Inch External Retaining Fastener Automotive Tapered Jaw Alloy Steel Hand Tool)","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/pages\/gearwrench\" title=\"Link to the GearWrench Tools homepage.\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/gearwrench_logo.jpg?v=1772578166\" alt=\"Gearwrench Forge Ahead Logo Logout\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eHigh-Density Tapered Jaw External Snap Ring Plier for Deep-Access Retaining Fasteners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gearwrench 82142 9-Inch Straight Fixed Tip External Snap Ring Plier provides durable extraction and installation of localized external retaining rings. Operating via a tapered structural jaw configuration, this drop-forged alloy steel hand tool solves the problem of spreading high-tension tension rings over deep or poorly aligned fastener shafts inside automotive drive axles and hydraulic assemblies. Built with 0.09-inch precision fixed tips engineered to prevent structural ring slippage, the unit features straight jaws for maximized clearance depth and chemical-resistant dipped plastic grips that clean up instantly after contact with oil or industrial grease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eBest Used For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive Axle Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seating or removing external cv joint or drive axle retaining clips on light-duty and commercial vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Equipment Overhauls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accessing external shaft snap ring grooves located inside complex industrial planetary gearboxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic System Calibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Managing large external retaining rings on pump assemblies or fluid control valves with precision control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eKey Performance \u0026amp; Safety Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed Precision Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates a rigid 0.09-inch solid tip setup that handles high daily cycling stresses without wandering under pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapered Jaw Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender structural design profile calibrated to enter tightly restricted apertures with minimized chassis obstruction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetaining Retention Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conically tapered tips specifically balanced to keep snap rings completely square and secure under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForged Structural Framework:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fabricated from industrial alloy steel with clearcoat layering to preserve structural integrity over an extended tool life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDipped Comfort Grips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-friction plastic dipped handles ensure reliable oily tool control and resist surface tearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #004b87;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 55.3571%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); font-family: sans-serif;\" height=\"476\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Catalog Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003e82142\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool Configuration Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003eExternal Snap Ring \/ Retaining Plier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip Diameter Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003e0.09 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJaw Angle Format\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003eStraight Fixed Tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Frame Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003e9.00 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Frame Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003e10.10 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Frame Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003e4.50 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Module Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003e5.75 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Material Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003eAlloy Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Finish Armor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003eAnti-Rust Clearcoat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fff0f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Product Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003e0.65 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 43.8283%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 10px; width: 56.1717%;\"\u003eMeets ASME B107.500 Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 5px solid #004b87; padding: 15px; background-color: #f9f9f9; margin: 20px 0; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e When working with high-tension external retaining rings, avoid over-expanding the clip past the shaft diameter; stretching the ring beyond its structural elastic threshold can deform the spring steel and compromise its retention performance once seated.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"GEARWRENCH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52574229070135,"sku":"82142","price":18.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2274\/5945\/files\/82142.jpg?v=1782757964","url":"https:\/\/www.1toptools.com\/products\/gearwrench-snap-ring-pliers-82142-9-inch-straight-fixed-tip-0-09-inch-external-retaining-fastener-automotive-tapered-jaw-alloy-steel-hand-tool","provider":"1 Top Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}