{"product_id":"knipex-180-mm-hose-clamp-pliers-with-plastic-handles-for-click-clamps-85-51-180-c-sba","title":"Knipex 180 mm Hose Clamp Pliers with Plastic Handles for Click Clamps (85 51 180 C SBA)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks in Tight Spots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe slim head and narrow jaw width help you get onto Click clamps where ordinary pliers fight for space. Rotating jaw inserts keep contact secure even when the clamp is sitting at an awkward angle.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/pliers.svg\" alt=\"pliers\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Click Clamps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThese hose clamp pliers are made to open and close Click clamps cleanly without the slip and frustration you get from general-purpose pliers. Good leverage means less hand effort during repeat service work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Than Clamp Duty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe serrated jaw adds a practical second job by helping detach stuck hoses gently. Forged chrome vanadium electric steel and oil-hardening back up the tool for regular shop use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKnipex Hose Clamp Pliers with Plastic Handle 180 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, Model \u003cstrong\u003e85 51 180 C SBA\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a specialty hand tool built for opening and closing Click clamps on hoses and related fittings. This is a \u003cstrong\u003ehose clamp pliers\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong\u003eautomotive hose service and clamp actuation in confined spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you work around fuel hoses, vacuum pipes, or suction nozzles, this tool matters because it gives you controlled grip on the clamp instead of wrestling it with standard pliers that were never meant for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhat makes this tool useful on the job is how the head and jaws are set up for real clamp access. The slim head design and narrow head width help you reach clamps buried between hoses, tubing, and engine components. Knipex also uses rotating jaw inserts, which matters more than it sounds like on paper. When a clamp is turned sideways or sitting in a bad position, the inserts help the jaws stay planted so you can actuate the clamp safely instead of slipping off and starting over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe leverage is another big part of the story. Click clamps can be stubborn, especially when you are working quickly or dealing with aged hose connections. Knipex built these pliers so clamps can be opened and closed again comfortably and with less effort. That makes a difference if you are doing repeated hose work during diagnostics, cooling system service, intake work, or vacuum line replacement and do not want your hand fighting the tool all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThere is also a second function built into the jaw. The serrated section can help detach hoses gently, which is useful when the clamp is off but the hose still wants to stay stuck to the fitting. That saves time and helps reduce the temptation to pry with a screwdriver and risk damaging the hose or connection point. For anyone doing careful service work, that extra control is worth having.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrom a build standpoint, the tool is made from forged, oil-hardened chrome vanadium electric steel. That is the kind of construction you want in a service pliers because it needs to hold alignment at the jaw, resist wear, and keep delivering smooth action over time. The plastic handles give you a non-slip grip without making the tool bulky, and the overall 180 mm size keeps it compact enough for crowded work areas while still giving you usable hand leverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBeyond clamp work, the published cutting capacities are 3.2 mm for medium hard wire and 2.2 mm for hard wire. That is not the main reason to buy this Knipex tool, but it does speak to the strength of the head and the overall durability of the pliers. Weight is listed at 0.37 lb, so it is easy to carry in a service cart, apron, or tool bag without adding much bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis tool is best suited for automotive techs, small engine repair, HVAC service involving hose-style connections, and serious DIY users who are tired of improvising around Click clamps. If you regularly work on fuel hoses, vacuum pipes, and suction nozzles, this is the right kind of dedicated pliers. If you rarely see Click clamps, a general pliers may cover most jobs, but when these clamps do show up, having the correct tool saves time and cuts down on aggravation fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGet on Hidden Clamps Without a Fight\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052157_5.jpg\" alt=\"Knipex Hose Clamp Pliers with Plastic Handle 180 mm opening a hose clamp on engine bay tubing during automotive service work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eWhen hose clamps are packed close together, access matters more than raw size. This pliers is built to get onto the clamp cleanly and let you work in places where standard jaws tend to slip or block your line of sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSlim head and narrow jaw profile help in confined service areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically to open and close Click clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKeep a Secure Bite at Odd Angles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052157_4.jpg\" alt=\"Click clamp detail shown for Knipex Hose Clamp Pliers with Plastic Handle 180 mm clamp service applications\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNot every clamp sits in a friendly position. The rotating jaw inserts are there to keep the tool lined up with the clamp so you can actuate it with more control and less chance of walking off the tabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eRotating jaw inserts support safe clamp actuation in any position\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGood leverage reduces hand strain during repeated service work\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Daily Shop Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052157_1.jpg\" alt=\"Knipex Hose Clamp Pliers with Plastic Handle 180 mm full product view showing compact 180 mm service pliers design\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of specialty pliers that earns drawer space because it solves a specific problem well. Strong steel construction, compact size, and a useful hose-detaching function make it a practical service tool instead of a one-job gimmick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eForged chrome vanadium electric steel with oil-hardened construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSerrated jaw helps detach hoses gently after the clamp is released\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) Knipex Hose Clamp Pliers\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e180 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e38 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e14 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e0.37 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eChrome vanadium electric steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMedium Hard Wire Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e3.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eHard Wire Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMade In\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eAutomotive\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFuel Hose Service\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eVacuum Line Work\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSuction Nozzle Connections\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Repair\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eOnce the Click clamp is released, use the serrated jaw to gently break the hose loose instead of prying with a pick or screwdriver. It is a cleaner move and helps avoid chewing up the hose or fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e\n        Lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eKnipex Hose Clamp Pliers with Plastic Handle 180 mm is a real fix for an annoying job\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIf Click clamps show up in your work, this is the kind of dedicated tool that pays for itself in saved time and less aggravation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automotive techs, repair shops, and serious DIYers working on fuel hoses, vacuum pipes, and suction nozzles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rotating jaw inserts, slim head, and useful leverage make it much easier to work clamps in cramped engine bays and service areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a specialty pliers, not a general replacement for every pair in your box. Buy it if you deal with Click clamps often enough to want the right answer instead of a workaround.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of clamps is this tool designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed to open and close Click clamps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat applications is it intended for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Published applications include fuel hoses, vacuum pipes, suction nozzles, and similar hose service tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it help remove stuck hoses?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It has a serrated jaw that can be used to detach hoses gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the length of the tool?\u003c\/strong\u003e The overall length is 180 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Knipex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53231574581542,"sku":"85 51 180 C SBA","price":62.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/2026052157_1.jpg?v=1779327383","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/knipex-180-mm-hose-clamp-pliers-with-plastic-handles-for-click-clamps-85-51-180-c-sba","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}