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Klein Tools Lineman's Pliers, Fish Tape Pull/Crimping, 9-Inch

Klein Tools Lineman's Pliers 9-Inch High Leverage Side Cutting Fish Tape Pull Crimping New England Nose Journeyman Handle

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Klein Tools Lineman's Pliers 9-Inch High Leverage Side Cutting Fish Tape Pull Crimping New England Nose Journeyman Handle

Professional-Grade High Leverage Lineman's Pliers with Fish Tape Pulling

The Klein Tools Lineman's Pliers 9-Inch High Leverage Side Cutting Fish Tape Pull Crimping delivers professional-grade cutting and gripping performance for electrical and telecommunications applications. This forged steel construction lineman's pliers features high-leverage design with 46% greater cutting power designed for electricians, linemen, and electrical professionals, providing the reliable performance and industry-leading quality that tradesmen demand from America's most trusted tool manufacturer.

Professional Features & Benefits

High Leverage Cutting Performance

  • High-Leverage Design - Rivet positioned closer to cutting edge provides 46% greater cutting and gripping power than standard plier designs
  • Precision Machined Knives - Cut cleanly and crisply even on fine stranded wire, mule tape and pull line with Klein quality precision
  • Induction Hardened Cutting Knives - Extended tool life and consistent cutting performance on ACSR, screws, nails and hardened wire
  • Hot-Riveted Joint - Ensures smooth action with no handle wobble for professional reliability

Fish Tape and Crimping Capability

  • Built-in Fish Tape Channel - Pulls steel fish tape without damaging the tape for efficient wire pulling operations
  • Integrated Crimper - Works on non-insulated connectors, lugs and terminals for versatile electrical connections
  • Streamlined Jaw Design - Sure-gripping cross-hatched knurled jaws provide secure hold on various materials

Durability and Comfort

  • Journeyman Dual-Material Handles - Hard black material core with soft outer surface provides comfort and firm grip without sacrificing strength
  • Unique Handle Tempering - Absorbs the snap when cutting wire to reduce hand fatigue during extended use
  • Made in USA Construction - Custom US-made tool steel with combination polished and black-oxide finish for corrosion resistance

Technical Specifications

Overall length 9.55 inches with 5.55-inch handle length, jaw capacity 1.25-inch width by 1.594-inch length, cutting knife length 0.797 inches, jaw thickness 0.625 inches, steel construction with Journeyman dual-material handle finish, weight 1.1 pounds, New England nose configuration, non-insulated design for general electrical work.

Installation & Usage

  1. Position pliers on wire or material ensuring proper jaw alignment for maximum cutting efficiency
  2. Apply steady pressure using high-leverage design for clean cuts on ACSR, screws, nails and hardened wire
  3. Use built-in fish tape channel to pull steel fish tape through conduit without tape damage
  4. Engage crimping section for non-insulated connectors, lugs and terminals with proper compression
  5. Maintain cross-hatched knurled jaw grip on materials during pulling and gripping operations
  6. Clean and inspect cutting edges regularly to maintain Klein Tools precision performance

Professional Applications

Ideal for:

  • Electrical Installation - Wire cutting, fish tape pulling, and connector crimping for residential and commercial wiring
  • Lineman Work - ACSR cable cutting, guy strand work, and overhead line maintenance with high-leverage cutting power
  • Telecommunications - Cable preparation, connector installation, and equipment mounting with precision cutting capability
  • Industrial Maintenance - Equipment repair, wire replacement, and electrical troubleshooting in manufacturing facilities
  • Construction Work - New construction electrical rough-in, panel installation, and conduit wire pulling operations
  • Utility Applications - Power line maintenance, transformer work, and electrical distribution system repairs
  • HVAC Installation - Control wiring, thermostat connections, and equipment electrical connections with crimping capability
  • Commercial Electrical - Office building wiring, lighting installation, and electrical system maintenance with fish tape pulling

High Leverage Engineering Advantage

Klein Tools high-leverage design positions the rivet closer to the cutting edge, delivering 46% greater mechanical advantage compared to standard pliers. This engineering innovation reduces hand fatigue while providing superior cutting power on tough materials like ACSR cable, hardened wire, screws and nails. The precision-machined cutting knives maintain sharp edges longer, ensuring consistent performance throughout the tool's extended service life.

Why Choose Klein Tools Quality?

Since 1857, Klein Tools has maintained its commitment to American craftsmanship and electrical professional safety standards. Each lineman's pliers undergoes rigorous testing protocols to ensure reliable performance in demanding electrical environments. The custom US-made tool steel construction, combined with Klein's precision manufacturing processes, delivers the trusted reliability that electricians and linemen depend on for critical electrical work and safety compliance.



KLN-J2000-9NECRTP - spec sheet

Manufacturer Resources

Spec Sheet

Product Specs

Handle Color:
Light Blue/Black
Handle Finish:
Journeyman™ Dual-Material
Handle Length:
5.55" (14.1 cm)
Insulated:
No
Jaw Length:
1.594" (4 cm)
Jaw Texture:
Serrated
Jaw Thickness:
0.625" (1.6 cm)
Jaw Type:
Flat
Jaw Width:
1.25" (3.2 cm)
Knife Length:
0.797" (2 cm)
Nose Type:
New England
Overall Height:
0.75" (1.9 cm)
Overall Length:
9.55" (24.3 cm)
Overall Width:
2.06" (5.2 cm)
Tether Capable:
No
Product Type:
Lineman's Pliers
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Hand Tools
Product Subgroup:
Pliers & Cutters
Product Details:
High Leverage Side Cutting/Pulling Pliers
Product Height:
0.6250 in
Product Material:
Steel
Product Weight:
1.1000 lbs
Product Width:
4.3000 in
Product Depth:
9.5000 in
Country Of Origin:
United States

Klein Tools J2000-9NECRTP – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Are Klein J2000-9NECRTP lineman's pliers insulated for live electrical work?
No. The J2000-9NECRTP is a non-insulated tool, so it is not rated for work on energized conductors. Use it on de-energized circuits, or step up to a 1000V insulated lineman's plier if you need to work hot. The Journeyman dual-material handle is a comfort grip, not an insulating barrier.
2) Can these Klein lineman's pliers pull steel fish tape without wrecking the tape?
Pulling steel fish tape is one of the stated applications of the J2000-9NECRTP. There is a dedicated channel behind the joint that grips the tape flat instead of crushing it against the serrated jaw faces, so the tape does not kink or get chewed on a long conduit pull. That is what the CRTP in the model number covers, along with the crimping die.
3) Will these pliers crimp insulated wire connectors, or only bare terminals?
The built-in crimper on the 9-inch Klein Journeyman lineman's plier is for non-insulated connectors, lugs and terminals only. Insulated crimps (the red, blue and yellow nylon or vinyl barrel type) need a color-coded insulated crimp tool with a matching nest, since the plier die will cut through the insulating sleeve rather than form it. Keep a separate insulated crimper on the truck if you terminate those.
4) Will these Klein pliers cut ACSR and hardened wire, or will that chip the knives?
ACSR, screws, nails and most hardened wire are all listed working materials. The cutting knives are induction hardened and run 0.797 inches long, and the rivet sits closer to the edge for 46 percent more cutting power than a standard plier layout, which is what lets them take a steel-core conductor without rolling the edge. They will still not survive hardened bolts or spring steel much above nail hardness.
5) Can these be tethered for work at height on a lift or a pole?
No. The J2000-9NECRTP has no tether point and is not tether capable, so it should not be taken up a pole, a lift bucket or scaffold under a drop-prevention policy. For overhead work you need a lineman's plier built with a factory tether hole or an equivalent tool lanyard attachment rated for the job.
6) Is a New England nose different from a standard lineman's plier nose?
New England nose means a slightly rounded, tapered head rather than the blunt square profile of a Chicago or classic lineman pattern. The taper gets into a crowded panel gutter or a device box more easily while still giving you the full flat gripping face, 1.25 inches wide by 1.594 inches long. If you are used to a square-nose lineman, the working feel is the same; only the front profile changes.
7) Do I need a separate plier for pulling mule tape and pull line, or will these handle it?
Same tool. The precision machined knives are specified to cut cleanly on fine stranded wire, mule tape and pull line, and the cross-hatched serrated flat jaws give you a grip on the line itself for the pull. Between that, the fish tape channel and the crimp die, one 9-inch lineman covers the rough-in pulling sequence without swapping tools.
8) What is the exact Klein part number to order for the fish tape pull and crimping version?
Order Klein Tools J2000-9NECRTP. The J2000 prefix is the Journeyman dual-material handle line, 9NE is the 9-inch New England nose, and CRTP designates the crimping and fish tape pull features. The plain J2000-9NE without the CRTP suffix is the same plier without the crimp die and tape channel, so the suffix is the part that matters if you want those functions.
9) How heavy is a 9-inch Klein Journeyman lineman's plier on the belt all day?
1.1 pounds, at 9.55 inches overall with a 5.55-inch handle. That is normal weight for a full-size 9-inch high-leverage lineman, and the mass is part of why it cuts. If you are hanging a full pouch and want lighter, an 8-inch or a 7-inch lineman pattern drops weight but also drops leverage on ACSR.
10) Will these lineman's pliers fit in a standard plier pocket on an electrician's pouch?
Overall the tool runs 9.55 inches long by 2.06 inches wide with a 0.75-inch overall height, and the jaws are 0.625 inches thick. That is a standard 9-inch lineman footprint, so it drops into any pouch pocket cut for a 9-inch lineman or a 9-inch pump plier. The 5.55-inch handle length is what sits proud of the pocket.
11) What is the difference between the Klein Journeyman handle and a plain steel-handle lineman's plier?
The Journeyman handle is dual material, a hard black core with a soft light blue and black outer grip, and it is tempered to absorb the snap when a conductor parts. On a bare or single-dip steel handle you feel that shock straight through your palm. Over a day of cutting branch circuit and mule tape that is the difference in hand fatigue. It adds no electrical protection either way, since the tool is non-insulated.
12) Are these Klein lineman's pliers made in the USA?
Yes, the 9-inch Journeyman lineman's plier is US made from custom US tool steel, with a combination polished and black oxide finish for corrosion resistance and a hot-riveted joint so the handles do not develop wobble. For agencies and institutional buyers working to domestic-sourcing requirements, that is the relevant point on this tool.
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Does the Klein Tools J2000-9NECRTP come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Klein Tools J2000-9NECRTP is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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