What is ISO 8976 about?

ISO 8976 is a standard that deals with the technicalities of pliers and nippers. It particularly specifies the principal dimension of multiple slip-joint pliers, which ensures the standardization of their size and uniformity according to global norms.

ISO 8976 also specifies test values for the pliers to verify their aptitude to function in conformity with other standards. It also specifies the information about the designation and marking for multiple slip-joint pliers.

Who is ISO 8976 for?

ISO 8976 on multiple slip joint pliers applies to:

• Manufacturers of slip joint pliers and nippers
• Distributors, dealers and importers of slip joint pliers and nippers

Why should you use ISO 8976?

Slip joint pliers have a pivot point or fulcrum that may be changed to extend the jaw size range. When the pliers are fully opened, most slip joint pliers have a mechanism that allows the pivot point to slide into one of several locations.

ISO 8976 provides you with all the data regarding dimension and test values for multiple slip joint pliers which allows you to standardize the size and uniformity of pliers and nippers.

The guidance in ISO 8976 enables the standardization of dimensions in multiple slip joint pliers that comply with global standards.

What’s changed since the last update?

BS ISO 8976:2021 supersedes BS ISO 8976:2004, which is now withdrawn.

BS ISO 8976:2021 includes introduction of minimum and maximum length for each nominal length.