Pliers MODECO MN-20-716 bent circlip (external) 150 mm

MODECO MN-20-716 bent circlip pliers (external) 150 mm are hand tools designed for installing and removing external retaining rings in confined or angled workspaces. The 150 mm compact length and bent tips provide improved access and control when working on shafts, housings and assemblies where straight pliers cannot reach. The tool is intended for service, maintenance and assembly tasks in automotive and machinery applications where safe and precise handling of seeger rings is required.

Advantages

The bent tips allow angled approach to external circlips, reducing the need to dismantle surrounding components. The compact 150 mm body supports single-hand operation in tight spaces while maintaining leverage and control. Hardened and shaped jaws ensure a secure grip on retaining rings and consistent performance during repeated use. The ergonomic handles improve comfort and reduce hand fatigue during longer operations.

Suitable for

• Removing and installing external (seeger) retaining rings on shafts and bores
• Automotive repair and brake, transmission or suspension maintenance
• Maintenance and assembly of small machinery and equipment
• Repairs in confined or angled workspaces where straight jaws cannot reach

Key specifications

• Tool type: bent-tip circlip pliers for external retaining rings
• Overall length: 150 mm (compact, handheld size)
• Tip orientation: bent/angled tips for access in tight spaces
• Intended ring type: external (seeger) circlips
• Operation: manual, two-hand or one-hand use depending on task

How to use

Select the correct pliers for the external retaining ring diameter and position the bent tips into the ring eyes. Squeeze the handles to compress the circlip and withdraw it from the shaft groove or expand it for installation, keeping the tool aligned with the ring plane to avoid slippage. Work slowly and maintain steady pressure; for rings under tension use protective eyewear and keep hands clear of the ring path in case of sudden release.

Usage recommendations

Inspect the plier tips for wear before each use and ensure the tips match the ring size. Clean and lightly lubricate pivot if stiffness occurs. Store the pliers in a dry place to prevent corrosion and avoid using them on hardened fasteners or as a substitute for other types of pliers.