What are seaming pliers made of?
What are seaming pliers made of? |
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| Seaming pliers consist of one main material, either a carbon steel alloy or stainless steel. | ||||
Body of seaming pliers |
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Some seaming pliers are made from a carbon steel alloy, which makes the tool strong and hard-wearing. The metal on these seaming pliers is dull and they need careful maintenance.
For more information, see: How to care for seaming pliers. |
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Some seaming pliers are made from stainless steel, which is resistant to corrosion, rusting and staining. These seaming pliers are low maintenance and have an attractive sheen. | |||
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Stainless steel seaming pliers sometimes have an extra coating of nickel plating to help to keep them even more resistant to rust. | |||
Summary |
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Carbon steel alloy seaming pliers may appeal to people who need a strong, hard-wearing tool that they have the time to maintain. Stainless steel seaming pliers may appeal to people who want a rust-resistant, low maintenance, shiny tool. | |||
Handles of seaming pliers |
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The handles of some seaming pliers are coated with plastic or vinyl to provide the user with comfort and a better grip. | |||
Jaws of seaming pliers |
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The jaws of some seaming pliers have a vinyl covering which stops the metal from being marked when the jaws grasp it. | |||
