{"product_id":"milwaukee-48-22-3079-gen-ii-combination-wire-plier-gbg8r7","title":"Milwaukee 48-22-3079 GEN II COMBINATION WIRE PLIER","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drill.svg\" alt=\"drill\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSix Jobs, One Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe Milwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Wire Plier combines pliers, wire cutter, wire stripper, loop maker, bolt cutter, and reamer in one hand tool. That means less pocket clutter and fewer trips back to the bag when you're roughing in or trimming out.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Real Jobsite Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eForged alloy steel gives the pliers the strength needed for daily cutting, gripping, and bolt trimming. Rust protection helps the tool hold up longer when it lives in a pouch, truck, or damp jobsite conditions.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast One-Hand Access\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe spring-loaded one-handed swing lock opens easily and stays locked in storage. That's a small feature that matters when you're on a ladder, reaching into a panel, or pulling the tool in and out of a pouch all day.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Wire Plier\u003c\/strong\u003e is a multi-function hand tool built for electricians, HVAC techs, maintenance crews, and anyone who needs to strip, cut, grip, and prep wire with one tool. This is a combination wire plier designed for wire stripping, wire cutting, bolt cutting, loop making, and pipe reaming. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003e48-22-3079\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your work moves between device boxes, conduit, and general fastening tasks, this tool is meant to keep the basics in one hand instead of spread across three or four separate tools.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat makes this tool useful is not just that it does six jobs, but that the functions line up with the work you actually do on site. It strips \u003cstrong\u003e8 to 18 AWG solid wire\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e10 to 20 AWG stranded wire\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it covers a broad range of common electrical work without switching tools. The curved cutting blade is there for clean cuts on larger wire sizes, and the built-in bolt cutter lets you thread and cut \u003cstrong\u003e#6 and #8 bolts\u003c\/strong\u003e to the length you need. For installers, that saves time when you're working with device screws, supports, and hardware that always seems to need a quick trim.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMilwaukee also worked in a forged dual head design that gives you both wire stripping capability and needle nose-style functionality in one layout. That matters in crowded boxes and control spaces where you are not just cutting wire, but grabbing, pulling, bending, and guiding conductors into place. The loop maker helps when you need consistent hooks for terminals, and the jaw design keeps the tool useful beyond basic stripping. This is the kind of hand tool that earns its keep because it reduces hand changes during repetitive electrical work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnother detail that separates this plier from a plain stripper is the integrated reaming head. It smooths edges of metal pipe from \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 inch to 1 inch\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is a practical addition for conduit and thin-wall metal pipe work. Instead of grabbing another dedicated reamer for a quick cleanup, you can deburr the pipe edge with the same tool already in your hand. For anyone doing electrical rough-in, panel work, or light conduit prep, that is a real time-saver.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJobsite handling is clearly part of the design too. The comfort grip handles are made for all-day use and are built not to peel, according to Milwaukee's product information. The one-handed swing lock is spring loaded for quick opening and stays locked in a pouch or backpack, which is more useful than it sounds. Tools that pop open in a pouch are annoying at best and hard on gear over time. Milwaukee also added tether-ready handle loops, which is a smart touch for elevated work or sites with tool tether requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaterial choice matters with a tool like this, and Milwaukee calls out forged alloy steel construction for maximum strength and durability. On a hand tool that sees cutting pressure, twisting, and constant carry, that is the right place to invest. Rust protection is also part of the package, which helps preserve the cutting edges and pivot areas in the kind of conditions tradespeople actually work in.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho should buy it? If you are an electrician, low-voltage installer, HVAC tech, maintenance pro, or serious DIY user who works with wire often, this is a smart all-around combination plier. It is especially useful for service work and trim work where you want one tool that can strip, cut, bend, and handle small prep tasks without overloading your belt. If you only need a dedicated stripper for bench work, a single-purpose tool may be more specialized. But if you work on the move, the Milwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Wire Plier makes a strong case for being the hand tool you reach for first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-1\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandle Conduit and Pipe Cleanup Faster\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50175559434534_78b34f26cf61.jpg\" alt=\"Milwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Wire Plier reaming the inside edge of metal pipe on a jobsite while an installer holds conduit in place\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated reaming head is a practical feature for anyone working around conduit or metal pipe. Instead of switching to another hand tool just to smooth the edge, you can clean it up immediately and keep moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaming head smooths edges of metal pipe from 1\/2 inch to 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for electrical rough-in, service work, and general metal pipe prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStrip and Prep Wire Without Switching Tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50175559434534_f638fcd5055b.jpg\" alt=\"Milwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Wire Plier stripping electrical wire inside a metal stud wall during rough electrical installation\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where a combination wire plier earns its spot on your belt. The stripping, gripping, and loop-making functions are laid out for common electrical tasks, so you can move from rough strip to terminal prep without changing tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrips 8 to 18 AWG solid wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrips 10 to 20 AWG stranded wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCut Hardware and Larger Wire Cleanly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/50175559434534_20a8dd8c7bb4.jpg\" alt=\"Milwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Wire Plier cutting and handling wire in a framed wall cavity during electrical installation\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curved cutting blade is designed to make cleaner cuts through larger wire sizes, and the built-in bolt cutter adds another jobsite shortcut. That makes this tool especially handy for trim-out and service work where little adjustments eat up time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread and cut #6 and #8 bolts to preferred length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurved blade design supports cleaner cuts through larger wire sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Milwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Plier\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCombination Wire Plier\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolid Wire Stripping Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 to 18 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStranded Wire Stripping Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 to 20 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMetal Pipe Reaming Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in to 1 in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBolt Cutting Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#6 and #8 bolts\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCut Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComfort Grip\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.64 lb\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eElectrical\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eHVAC\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConduit Work\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWire Stripping\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eService Calls\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you're trimming device screws or support hardware, run the #6 or #8 bolt through the cutter before snipping. It helps keep the threads cleaner and saves you from fighting the nut on reinstall.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e Limited Lifetime Warranty. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMilwaukee 48-22-3079 Combination Wire Plier Is the Right Kind of Busy\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a genuinely useful multi-function plier for tradespeople who want one tool that covers the small stuff without feeling like a gimmick.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electricians, HVAC techs, maintenance crews, and serious DIY users doing regular wire prep, conduit work, and service tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mix of wire stripping, bolt cutting, loop making, gripping, and pipe reaming hits real jobsite needs, and the one-handed swing lock is the kind of detail you appreciate every day.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This tool is about versatility and carry convenience. If you want one hand tool to handle the majority of light electrical prep work, it's a strong buy. If you need a dedicated stripper for repetitive bench work, a single-purpose tool may still be faster.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wire sizes can it strip?\u003c\/strong\u003e It strips 8 to 18 AWG solid wire and 10 to 20 AWG stranded wire.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it cut bolts?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It is designed to thread and cut #6 and #8 bolts to the preferred length.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have a lock for storage?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It uses a one-handed swing lock that stays locked while stored in a pouch or backpack.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan it ream metal pipe?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The integrated reaming head is designed to smooth edges on metal pipe from 1\/2 inch to 1 inch.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43570347212848,"sku":"48-22-3079","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/yynq3vz2kwnw_9be86c9d-10f5-4faf-8499-d7a4cda8b0dc.jpg?v=1788577613","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/milwaukee-48-22-3079-gen-ii-combination-wire-plier-gbg8r7","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}