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Milwaukee 48-22-3079 GEN II 6-in-1 Combination Wire Pliers, 7-3/4"

Milwaukee 48-22-3079 GEN II 6-in-1 Combination Wire Pliers, 7-3/4"

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Milwaukee 48-22-3079 GEN II 6-in-1 Combination Wire Pliers, 7-3/4"

The Milwaukee 48-22-3079 GEN II 6-in-1 Combination Wire Pliers bring multiple wire-handling functions together in a single 7-3/4" tool built for professional electricians. As part of Milwaukee's second-generation (GEN II) plier lineup, this combination tool is engineered to help streamline wire prep, cutting, gripping, and handling tasks directly on the jobsite. Its compact 7-3/4" overall length is sized to deliver precise control and easy maneuverability when working inside tight panels, junction boxes, and electrical enclosures. By combining several plier functions into one 6-in-1 design, this tool is built to reduce the number of separate hand tools an electrician needs to carry, keeping the tool pouch lighter and the daily workflow more efficient on both residential and commercial jobs.

Key Features

  • Compact Length: 7-3/4" overall length provides control and maneuverability in tight electrical enclosures, panels, and boxes.
  • 6-in-1 Versatility: Combination wire plier design consolidates multiple wire-handling functions into a single tool, reducing the number of separate tools needed on the job.
  • GEN II Engineering: Second-generation Milwaukee plier design built for the demands of daily professional electrical trade use.
  • Electrician-Focused Design: Purpose-built combination pliers for electricians working on commercial and residential wiring installations.
  • Single-Tool Efficiency: Combines multiple plier functions in one compact body to help reduce tool-switching and speed up wire prep and termination work.
  • Jobsite-Ready Build: Designed by Milwaukee for the daily grind of professional electrical work, helping tradespeople move efficiently between wire-handling tasks without swapping tools.

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Typical Applications

  • Commercial and Residential Electrical Wiring
  • Panelboard and Enclosure Wire Work
  • Wire Preparation and Handling Tasks
  • Professional Electrician Toolkits
  • New Construction and Service Electrical Work
  • Daily Field Use by Journeymen and Apprentice Electricians

Why Milwaukee?

Milwaukee builds its GEN II combination wire pliers for the realities of daily professional electrical work, combining multiple wire-handling functions into a single, compact 7-3/4" tool. This 6-in-1 combination design helps electricians carry fewer tools on the belt while maintaining the control needed for precise wire work in panels and enclosures. From new construction to service calls, Milwaukee engineers its combination pliers around real jobsite workflow, giving electricians a dependable, single-tool solution for common wire tasks. Choose Milwaukee for tools built around how electricians actually work.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

list_batch:
MWK-20260918
Product Type:
Multi-Purpose Pliers
Series:
GEN II
Configuration:
6-in-1
Department:
Electrical
Product Subgroup:
Pliers & Cutters
Product Size:
7-3/4"
Product Group:
Hand Tools
Product Weight:
0.69 lb
Product Material:
Forged Alloy Steel

Milwaukee 48-22-3079 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is the Milwaukee 48-22-3079 and what size pliers is it?
It's a Milwaukee GEN II 6-in-1 combination wire plier with a 7-3/4 inch overall length, sold under part number 48-22-3079. The 6-in-1 configuration puts several wire-handling functions into one plier body, so an electrician carries one tool instead of several for wire prep, cutting, gripping and handling.
2) Will a 7-3/4 inch combination plier work inside a panel or junction box, or is it too big?
The 7-3/4 inch body is the short end of the combination-plier range, which is why Milwaukee pitches it for work inside panels, junction boxes and enclosures. You get enough handle for leverage on wire while keeping the nose controllable in a crowded gutter. If you need a longer handle for heavier gripping or reach, step up to a full-size linesman-style plier instead.
3) Should I buy a 6-in-1 combination plier or separate linesman pliers and strippers?
A 6-in-1 like the 48-22-3079 is the pouch-weight play: one tool covers wire prep, cutting, gripping and handling so you stop swapping tools mid-termination. Dedicated tools still win when you're doing one task all day, high volume stripping or heavy cutting, where a purpose-built stripper or linesman plier gives better feel. Most electricians run the combination tool for service and panel work and keep the dedicated pair in the bag.
4) What part number do I order for the Milwaukee GEN II 6-in-1 wire plier?
Order Milwaukee 48-22-3079. That's the manufacturer part number for the GEN II 6-in-1 combination wire plier at 7-3/4 inches, and it's a single configuration, so there are no handing, size or finish options to specify.
5) What does GEN II mean on Milwaukee pliers?
GEN II is Milwaukee's second-generation plier design. On the 48-22-3079 it's the redesigned combination wire plier built for daily professional trade use, so when you're matching what a crew already carries, confirm you're ordering the GEN II part number rather than an earlier Milwaukee combination plier.
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Does the Milwaukee 48-22-3079 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Milwaukee 48-22-3079 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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