PROTO J192 Safety Wire Twister Plier, Steel, Manual Return, Black Oxide Finish

Proto J192 twister plier acts as a three-way plier designed for holding, twisting and cutting wires / cables. It reduces the time needed to twist wires on bolts and nuts. The ergonomic handle allows easy squeezing to cut the wire to the desired length using the side cutter. It is suitable for wire sizes ranging between 0.02 and 0.041 inches.

Working Mechanism:

• Hold the wire between the two diagonal jaws and use the thumb to bring the locking sleeve into position.
• Pull the knob to twirl the twister & make uniform twists in the wire.
• Gently squeeze the handle to unlock the twister and cut the wire to the desired length via the side cutter.
• The spiral rod of the twister must be occasionally lubricated for smooth & precise operation.

Features:

• Heat-treated cutting edges to safely cut stainless steel safety wires.
• Features flat top diamond serrations on jaws to provide a better hold on the wire and resist nicking.
• Incorporated with an automatic spring return mechanism to speed up the operation and reduce fatigue.
• Ergonomic design for maximum comfort and securing safety wires / cables.

Standards and Approvals:

• ASME B107.18

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Why should wires be twisted?

A. Safety wires are used in aviation & industrial applications where excessive vibration may cause fasteners to back out. By twisting these safety wires, the interference / noise produced by one wire is cancelled by the interference / noise produced by the other, as both the wires carry an equal and opposite amount of current through them. The twisting pair also improves the rejection of external electromagnetic interference from surrounding equipment, thus creating a safe working environment.

Q. What is the length of Proto J192 twister plier?

A. Proto J192 features an overall length of 10-3/8 inches.