Internal Circlip Pliers MEGA 28458, 150 mm, straight tips

MEGA internal circlip pliers model 28458 are 150 mm long precision hand tools with straight tips, designed for installing and removing internal retaining rings in confined spaces. These pliers are intended for controlled opening and accurate placement of circlips inside housings, bores and bearing seats. Their compact length and straight tips make them suitable for tasks where access is limited and where a precise, repeatable grip on internal rings is required.

Advantages

The straight tips and hardened jaws deliver a reliable, slip-resistant hold on internal circlips, while the 150 mm overall length balances reach and control. Ergonomically shaped handles provide steady handling during repetitive operations. The design minimizes risk of damage to surrounding components by giving a controlled spread of the retaining ring. Construction and tip geometry allow for consistent performance in workshop, maintenance and assembly environments.

Suitable for

• Installing and removing internal circlips in housings and bores
• Maintenance and repair of bearings and gear assemblies
• Mechanical assembly tasks with limited access or narrow openings
• Workshop and service operations requiring compact straight-tip internal circlip handling

Key specifications

• Tool type: internal circlip pliers with straight tips
• Overall length: 150 mm
• Tip orientation: straight
• Intended use: installing and removing internal retaining rings
• Handle style: ergonomic for controlled operation
• Typical applications: housings, bores, bearing seats and shafts

How to use

Select the pliers for the appropriate internal circlip size and ensure tips engage securely in the circlip eyelets. Squeeze the handles evenly to open the ring just enough to clear the groove, then guide the ring into or out of the bore while maintaining steady control. Release the pressure slowly to allow the circlip to seat without sudden movement. Inspect tips for wear before use and confirm the circlip is fully seated after installation.

Usage recommendations

For safe and reliable operation, use the MEGA 28458 pliers only on internal circlips within the pliers' recommended size range, avoid excessive force that can deform rings, and store the tool clean and dry to preserve tip alignment and performance.