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product_id: 14093167
title: "KNIPEX - 46 21 A31 Tools - Precision Circlip Pliers, External, 90 Degree Angled, 1 37/64\"-3 15/16\" Shaft Dia. (4921A31), 8.50"
brand: "knipex"
price: "ƒ107"
currency: AWG
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Knipex"
url: https://aruba.desertcart.com/products/14093167-knipex-46-21-a31-tools-precision-circlip-pliers-external-90
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region: Aruba
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# Precision 90° angled tips Fits shafts 1.37"–3.94" Forged chrome vanadium steel KNIPEX - 46 21 A31 Tools - Precision Circlip Pliers, External, 90 Degree Angled, 1 37/64"-3 15/16" Shaft Dia. (4921A31), 8.50

**Brand:** knipex
**Price:** ƒ107
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔩 Master every snap ring with precision and power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** KNIPEX - 46 21 A31 Tools - Precision Circlip Pliers, External, 90 Degree Angled, 1 37/64"-3 15/16" Shaft Dia. (4921A31), 8.50 by knipex
- **How much does it cost?** ƒ107 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- knipex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted knipex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Power Grip:** Designed for effortless control and reduced hand fatigue during extended use.
- • **Heavy-Duty Durability:** Crafted from oil-hardened chrome vanadium steel for 10x longer service life, built to withstand rigorous industrial tasks.
- • **Precision 90° Angled Tips:** Non-slip, forged tips ensure secure handling of external circlips on shafts with unmatched accuracy.
- • **Trusted German Engineering:** Manufactured by KNIPEX, Europe’s leading pliers expert since 1882, guaranteeing premium quality and innovation.
- • **Versatile Shaft Compatibility:** Perfectly fits snap rings on shafts ranging from 1 37/64" to 3 15/16", ideal for fleet and plant maintenance professionals.

## Overview

The KNIPEX 46 21 A31 Precision Circlip Pliers are expertly engineered external snap ring pliers featuring forged, non-slip 90° angled tips made from oil-hardened chrome vanadium steel. Designed for shafts between 1.37" and 3.94", these ergonomic pliers deliver superior durability and precision, backed by over a century of German craftsmanship. Ideal for professional technicians and maintenance managers seeking reliable, long-lasting tools.

## Description

Product Description External circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips on shafts. For fitting snap rings on shafts, ranging from 1 37/64" - 3 15/16". Solid style, forged. Non-slip, 90˚ angled solid tips. Tips are forged as one part of the tool. Pliers body and tips: chrome vanadium steel; forged, oil-hardened. From the Manufacturer A tool designed with your hand in mind. Even more power for easier working! KNIPEX quality-engineered and manufactured in Germany. KNIPEX’s Precision Retaining Ring Pliers are ideal for fitting external snap rings on shafts from 3 - 140 mm in diameter. Offers a 10 times longer service life due to heavy-duty design. Features a screw joint for high precision and optimum drive. Retaining rings are held securely. KNIPEX specializes in the development and production of high-quality pliers and is Europe's leading manufacturer of these products. It all started back in 1882 when C. Gustav Putsch set up his own forge shop in Cronenberg (now a suburb of Wuppertal). We are an independent fourth-generation family company. KNIPEX concentrates our knowledge and expertise on pliers. This is the only way to justify our claim that we are the best supplier in terms of quality, innovation and efficiency. Our success is assured by 800 qualified employees and we attach the greatest importance to their basic and advanced training.

Review: Perfect tool for the job - Needed these to get the snap ring off the magnetic coil on the ac clutch on 2011 Honda Civic. These worked perfectly! The job isn’t easy, but these are about as easy as it’s going to get.
Review: C ring tool - For technicians perfect tool, great for copier techs

## Features

- External circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips on shafts
- For fitting snap rings on shafts, ranging from 1 37/64" - 3 15/16"
- Solid style, forged
- Non-slip, 90˚ angled solid tips
- Tips are forged as one part of the tool
- Pliers body and tips: chrome vanadium steel; forged, oil-hardened

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002YYMDU |
| Best Sellers Rank | #86,652 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #66 in Snap-Ring Pliers |
| Brand | KNIPEX |
| Brand Name | KNIPEX |
| Color | Red and Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,082 Reviews |
| Cutting width | 0.23 centimeters |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Included Components | 1 Knipex Branded Product |
| Item Type Name | Hand Tool |
| Item Weight | 0.21 kg |
| Manufacturer | Knipex Tools |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 49 21 A31 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Workmanship and Materials |
| Material | Blend |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Model Number | 49 21 A31 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Fleet and plant maintenance. |
| UPC | 843221002985 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** KNIPEX
- **Color:** Red and Silver
- **Cutting Width:** 0.23 Centimeters
- **Grip Type:** Ergonomic
- **Handle Material:** Plastic
- **Item Weight:** 0.58 Pounds
- **Material:** Blend
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Fleet and plant maintenance.
- **UPC:** 843221002985

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect tool for the job
*by J***. on April 19, 2026*

Needed these to get the snap ring off the magnetic coil on the ac clutch on 2011 Honda Civic. These worked perfectly! The job isn’t easy, but these are about as easy as it’s going to get.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ C ring tool
*by R***P on April 4, 2026*

For technicians perfect tool, great for copier techs

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excelent tool
*by D***S on April 4, 2026*

I use them hard every day, great design. I'll never any other

## Frequently Bought Together

- KNIPEX - 46 21 A31 Tools - Precision Circlip Pliers, External, 90 Degree Angled, 1 37/64"-3 15/16" Shaft Dia. (4921A31), 8.50, Red
- KNIPEX Internal 90 Angled Precision Snap Ring Pliers
- KNIPEX Internal Precision Snap Ring Pliers

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*Last updated: 2026-07-25*