{"product_id":"klein-tools-1659-20","title":"KLEIN TOOLS Chicago  Grip for PVC-Covered Conductors 0.42-Inch - 1659-20","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKLEIN TOOLS Chicago  Grip for PVC-Covered Conductors 0.42-Inch - 1659-20\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"275\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"140\"\u003ePro‑Grade Grip for Heavy Pulls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eDesigned for PVC‑covered conductors, this Chicago Grip delivers dependable performance on tough pulls without damaging insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"425\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"425\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"304\"\u003eOptimized Jaw Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eSmooth, round jaws 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data-end=\"818\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eDurable Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eForged steel build ensures long service life on the jobsite — a tool built to withstand daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"396\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the \u003cem data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eKLEIN TOOLS 1659‑20 Chicago Grip for PVC‑Covered Conductors\u003c\/em\u003e used for?\u003cbr data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"230\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy‑duty conductor pulling grip designed to securely pull insulated PVC‑covered wires and cables without stripping insulation.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"558\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What cable sizes does it fit?\u003cbr data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"437\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits PVC‑covered conductor diameters from \u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"520\"\u003e0.20″ to 0.42″ (5.08–10.67 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What are the key performance features?\u003cbr data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"614\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eSerpentine, round inside‑jaw contour\u003c\/strong\u003e allows insulated cable insertion and reduces slippage risk.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eDrop‑forged, heat‑treated steel\u003c\/strong\u003e construction for durability and jobsite strength.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eLocking handle and spring action\u003c\/strong\u003e for reliable secure grip during pulling.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eUp to 4,500 lb (2,041 kg) maximum safe load\u003c\/strong\u003e capacity.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1103\" 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