pipe wrench
tool
Also known as: stillson wrench
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development of wrenches
- In wrench
The adjustable pipe, or Stillson, wrench is used to hold or turn pipes or circular bars. This wrench has serrated jaws, one of which is pivoted on the handle to create a strong gripping action on the work.
Read More - In hand tool: Screwdrivers and wrenches
The plumber’s pipe wrench is a serrated-jaw variation of the monkey wrench, whose additional feature of a pivotable movable jaw enables it to engage round objects, such as rods and pipes.
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