Greenlee 0351-08-INS 8" Insulated Long Nose Pliers, Molded Handles
The Greenlee 0351-08-INS 8" Insulated Long Nose Pliers, Molded Handles are built for electricians and technicians who need reliable insulated hand tools for live-work environments. Forged from alloy steel and rated to 1000 VLT, these pliers exceed IEC and ASTM standards and feature two-layer insulated molded handles finished in safety orange for maximum jobsite visibility. With an 8" overall size, high-leverage jaws, and integrated hand guards, this pliers delivers durable, code-compliant performance for demanding electrical applications.
Key Features
- Trade Size: 8" overall length for precise long-nose work in confined electrical enclosures.
- Durable Construction: Forged from alloy steel for long-lasting strength and durability on the jobsite.
- Insulated Molded Handles: Two-layer insulation provides flame and impact resistance for added protection during live electrical work.
- Voltage Rating: Rated to 1000 VLT, suitable for insulated tool applications on energized circuits.
- High Leverage Design: Engineered geometry provides greater cutting and gripping power with less hand fatigue.
- Safety Guards: Integrated hand guards protect against accidental contact with energized conductors.
- Finish: Safety orange handle color provides added visibility and easy identification among tool sets.
Certifications & Compliance
- Exceeds IEC Standards
- Exceeds ASTM Standards
- Rated for 1000 VLT Insulated Tool Use
Technical Specifications
- Country of Origin: Taiwan
- Standard: IEC And ASTM
- Type: Insulated, Molded Handles
- Handle Color: Orange
- Voltage: 1000 VLT
Typical Applications
- Live Electrical Work and Insulated Tool Applications
- Panelboard and Control Cabinet Wiring
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
- Utility and Maintenance Electrical Work
- Precision Wire Handling in Confined Spaces
Why Greenlee?
Greenlee insulated hand tools are forged from alloy steel and built to exceed IEC and ASTM standards, giving electrical professionals confidence when working near energized circuits. The two-layer molded insulation, high-visibility orange handles, and integrated hand guards reflect a design focus on safety and durability for demanding, code-compliant electrical work.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- GREE-20260923
- Product Type:
- Long Nose Pliers
- Voltage Rating:
- 1000V
- Standards:
- IEC And ASTM
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Pliers & Cutters
- Product Material:
- Alloy Steel
- Product Color:
- Orange
- Product Size:
- 8"
- Product Group:
- Hand Tools
Greenlee 0351-08-INS – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Are the Greenlee 0351-08-INS long nose pliers rated for live electrical work?
They're insulated to 1000V, with two-layer molded handles that exceed IEC and ASTM standards for insulated tools. That makes them suitable for working on energized circuits up to 1000 volts, and integrated hand guards keep your hands back off the conductor. Standard practice still applies: inspect the insulation for cuts, cracks or burns before every use, since any breach in the two-layer coating takes the tool out of service.
2) Do these meet the insulated tool requirement for our facility's electrical safety program?
The 0351-08-INS is a 1000V insulated tool that Greenlee states exceeds both IEC and ASTM standards, which are the two standard families electrical safety programs reference for insulated hand tools. For MRO and institutional standardization, the orange handle color also makes insulated tools easy to separate from uninsulated ones in a shared tool crib.
3) What does the two-layer insulation on these Greenlee insulated pliers actually do?
The outer layer is the wear and impact layer, and it's finished in safety orange so damage shows against the contrasting inner layer. Greenlee states the two-layer molded insulation provides flame and impact resistance. Practically, if you can see through the orange, stop using the tool.
4) Should I use long nose pliers or lineman's pliers for panel work?
Long nose is the right pick when you're reaching into a crowded panelboard or control cabinet and need to form, loop and place conductors on terminals in tight space. The 8 inch Greenlee 0351-08-INS gives you that reach with a slim jaw profile. If your main job is heavy twisting, gripping and cutting of larger conductors, go to an insulated lineman's or high-leverage side-cutting plier instead; long nose jaws aren't built to take that load.
5) Will 8 inch insulated long nose pliers fit inside a control cabinet without crowding the wireway?
8 inches is the overall tool length, and Greenlee calls out confined electrical enclosures and panelboard wiring as the intended use. The long tapered nose is what lets you work past adjacent terminals rather than fighting for room. Do account for the hand guards and the molded handle bulk, which sit outside the enclosure while the jaw works inside.
6) What are these Greenlee long nose pliers made of?
Forged alloy steel jaws and frame under the insulation. That's the durability side of the tool, the handles are the safety side.
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