Overview

The OX Trade Tie Wire Twister is a 310mm hand tool for twisting tie wire on reinforcement and formwork. The spiral spindle takes the wire and spins it tight with a smooth, controlled action, so each tie comes up firm without over twisting and snapping the wire. The reinforced ring stops wear when the hook end returns, and the soft grip handle sits comfortably in the hand.

Tie wire twisters speed up the everyday job of tying reo mesh, starter bars and formwork ties. Instead of twisting wire with pliers, the tool does the twist in one pull, which is easier on the wrist and produces a consistent tie across a big pour.

Key Features

• Trade quality tie wire twister
• Smooth operating spiral spindle for a clean twist
• Reinforced ring prevents wear when the hook end returns
• Soft grip handle for comfort on long tying runs
• 310mm length suits standard reo and formwork tying
• One pull action twists the wire tight

Specifications

• Length: 310mm
• Spindle: smooth operating spiral
• Ring: reinforced
• Handle: soft grip
• Use: reo and formwork tie wire

Applications

• Tying reo mesh and reinforcement bars
• Securing starter bars and dowels
• Formwork ties and box outs
• Fencing and general wire tying
• Concrete slab and footing prep

What You Need to Complete the Job

Pair the twister with leather rigger gloves to protect your hands from the wire ends, and keep safety glasses on while cutting and twisting. See the Concreting Tools range for the rest of the concreting kit. Twist each tie just until it grips the bars, then clip the tail off flush.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a tie wire twister work?

The hook end of the spindle catches the loop of tie wire and the spiral spindle twists it tight as you pull. One pull produces a firm tie, and because the spindle controls the twist, the wire is less likely to over twist and snap than it is with pliers. It is the faster, easier way to tie reo on a big job.

Is it only for concrete reo?

No. It is designed for reo and formwork tie wire, but it suits any tie wire job where a quick, tight twist is needed, including fencing and general construction tying. The 310mm length gives enough reach to work comfortably over a mesh sheet.

What makes this one trade quality?

The smooth spiral spindle, the reinforced ring where the hook returns and the soft grip handle are the details that hold up on daily site use. The reinforced ring specifically stops the tool wearing out at the point where the hook comes back into the body, which is the first thing to go on a cheap twister.