How do you strip heavy gauge wire?
Slice through the insulation at an angle all the way around the wire. Then twist and slide the insulation from the wire. Inspect the wires for nicks and gouges. A knife works best for stripping sheathing from cords.
How do you strip a 10mm cable?
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Quote from Youtube video: Just to snip down the middle of the cable.
What is the easiest way to remove insulation from wire?
By simply squeezing the handles about 3/4″ from the end of the wire and then twisting it slightly the insulation will be cut free. Then by pulling the wire strippers towards the end of the wire, the insulation should slide right off of the copper wire.
What is the best tool to strip wires?
The Best Wire Strippers
- IRWIN VISE-GRIP 2078309 Wire Stripper.
- Klein Tools 11063W Wire Stripper.
- WGGE WG-015 Multi-Functional Wire Stripper.
- DOWELL 54939 Wire Stripper.
- Knoweasy Automatic Wire Stripper.
- IRWIN VISE-GRIP 2078300 Wire Stripper.
- Klein Tools 11055KLE Cable Stripper.
- Tacklife MWS02 Self Adjusting Wire Stripper.
Can you strip wire with pliers?
When stripping insulation from wiring, you might be tempted to use the cutting jaws on lineman’s pliers, needle-nose pliers or even diagonal cutters. Don’t do it! The sharp cutters on those jaws can create a score line around the copper wire, making a weak point where the wire can snap off.
