Circlip Pliers AWTools AW16607, internal bent tips, 160 mm

AWTools AW16607 circlip pliers are a 160 mm hand tool engineered for installing and removing internal retaining rings in confined or angled spaces. The pliers feature bent tips designed to reach recessed circlips and provide controlled engagement with internal snap rings commonly found in automotive, machinery and equipment assemblies. Constructed for workshop and maintenance tasks, the tool offers a compact size that supports precision work where straight-tip access is limited.

Advantages

The bent internal tips give improved access to circlips located in recesses or at an angle, reducing the need to disassemble surrounding components. The 160 mm length balances reach and control for delicate operations. Designed for repetitive use in workshop environments, the pliers deliver precise tip alignment for secure grip on internal rings and smoother insertion and removal actions.

Suitable for

• Removing and installing internal snap rings in gearboxes and housings
• Maintenance and repair of automotive assemblies with recessed retaining rings
• Servicing industrial machinery and small equipment with limited access points
• Workshop tasks requiring compact pliers for precision retaining-ring work

Key specifications

• Overall length: 160 mm
• Tip style: bent tips optimized for internal circlips
• Function: internal circlip installation and removal
• Application: workshop and maintenance use on machinery and vehicles

How to use

Position the bent tips into the holes or notches of the internal circlip. Squeeze the handles evenly to compress the ring until it can be removed from its groove or repositioned for installation. Maintain steady pressure and alignment while maneuvering the circlip to avoid slipping from the tips. For installation, expand the circlip as needed with the pliers, guide it into the groove, then slowly release the handles to seat the ring securely.

Usage recommendations

Inspect the circlip and surrounding components before use to ensure proper tip engagement; wear appropriate eye protection during removal or installation of retaining rings. Use the bent-tip configuration when access is restricted or when a straight-tip tool cannot achieve the required angle.