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CTA Tools 1012 Mini Bulb Pliers

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Brand CTA Tools
Material Alloy Steel
Product Dimensions 6.1"L x 3.1"W
Color Multi
Handle Material Rubber
Grip Type Ergonomic

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  • Gently and firmly grips glass shell of bulb
  • Cup-type ends create circular gripping area
  • Scissor design for easy handling
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From Timing Tool Kits to Extra-Thin Wall Deep Sockets, CTA offers the widest range of professional automotive specialty tools. Whether tuning up your BMW E46 M3 or removing one-off wheels on a Lamborghini Huracan, CTA supplies you with the right tools needed for the job!

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Rubber coated gripping area for secure and safe use

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
1,121 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use, ease of removal, and value of the pliers. They mention that it works great for installation, and is perfect for removing small auto bulbs and hard to reach bulbs. Some appreciate the value for money. Opinions are mixed on quality, grip, and size.

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80 customers mention76 positive4 negative

Customers find the pliers easy to use. They say it works great for installation, and it's great for pulling out little bulbs as used in automotive lighting. Some mention that the tool works better than fingers. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...The right tool for the job. I’m glad I got them. I kept the packaging they came in for storing them and to prevent damaging the tips." Read more

"A very handy little tool that gets to those bulbs that always seem to be just out of reach...." Read more

"These are easy to use and they work...." Read more

"Item worked perfect to get a light out from the rearview camera...." Read more

21 customers mention18 positive3 negative

Customers like the ease of removal of the pliers. They mention it makes it easier to pull the lights out, perfect for removing small auto bulbs, and hard to reach bulbs. Some say that the plier is an excellent replacement and is easy to use for replacement bulb and broken ones.

"Exactly what I needed! No more frustration removing tiny bulbs" Read more

"Exactly what I needed! No more frustration removing tiny bulbs. Ha" Read more

"...potential in replacing bulbs in machinery, this item is sized to more easily remove/swap out all large/small bulbs in a pinball machine...." Read more

"...This mini bulb remover is an excellent replacement. It worked as it should have." Read more

21 customers mention15 positive6 negative

Customers like the value of the pliers. For example, they say it's well worth the money, a simple tool, and a big time saver. Some mention that it'll work for a couple of uses.

"...But what the heck. Gets the job done and its cheap." Read more

"...Super easy! Well worth the money!" Read more

"It worked as planned but for a one time use tool I thought it was a little pricey - I bought it because I needed it so no complaints!" Read more

"...Worth the purchase." Read more

30 customers mention19 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the pliers. Some mention it's a good product that holds bulb tight without damaging it, while others say that it'll break as soon as they use it.

"Instrument seems fine and very well-made...." Read more

"...Real cheap quality but if you're using it to remove unwanted bulbs then I get itd be alright but after a couple times of using it I can see how one..." Read more

"Perfect bulbs don’t break with this" Read more

"Perfect, and perfectly conceived for inserting and extracting tiny LCD bulbs in non user friendly contemporary light fixtures...." Read more

20 customers mention13 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the grip of the pliers. Some mention it has good grip, the sticky grip ensures bulbs are seized and do not slip, and that it grips bulbs effortlessly. Others say that the tips are too slick and lack the necessary grip.

"...Easy to use via feel of touch to minimize breaking anything. Yet with no power to machine...this tool is a real gem!" Read more

"...The sticky grip ensures bulbs are seized and do not slip. Fingerprints on halogen bulbs are avoided...." Read more

"Grip plastic is too slippery to actually grip the bulb and pull it out." Read more

"...Not anymore!! The rubber tipped grips are FANTASTIC!!!!. They don't slip, so you don't need vise grip pressure to remove a bulb...." Read more

12 customers mention6 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the pliers. Some mention that it's small enough to get into tight spaces and perfect for small bulbs in tight spaces, while others say that the tongs are too short and flimsy. The ends are actually a bit large, making them easier to insert into bulb holders. However, some say that it was too short to use on a truck, and the finger loop is small.

"Overall, I like these. The "pliers" are small enough to reach smaller bulbs while still being able to handle some of the larger automotive..." Read more

"It works OK but the ends are actually a bit large for hard to get bulbs like map lights in an automobile" Read more

"Item arrived quickly and is exactly what I had hoped for. Perfect size to remove many of the newer and smaller interior LED auto light bulbs." Read more

"Finger loops are small. I do not have big hands, but loops were too small for my hands." Read more

8 customers mention3 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the slip resistance of the pliers. Some mention that it ensures bulbs are seized and holds tight, while others say that it slipped off bulb a few times and the rubber part started coming off over time.

"...Item as described. Would by from this seller again. Slipped off bulb a few times, but worked better than anything else." Read more

"...The sticky grip ensures bulbs are seized and do not slip. Fingerprints on halogen bulbs are avoided...." Read more

"When I first tried, the thing slipped off the lamp and didn't work. I was thinking another wasted product...." Read more

"...Rubber part started coming off over time and it hasn’t even been a month yet. I’ve replaced about 60 bulbs or so total...." Read more

Great product!
5 Stars
Great product!
Works as advertised! If still not enough grip lightly sand the rubber.
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Dr Michael Moss
5.0 out of 5 stars Removed four hard-to-reach dead bulbs in a matter of seconds.
Reviewed in Canada on August 7, 2022
Timothy W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Just the job!
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