Wire Strippers and Accessories

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
VDV110-020 Klein Tools	RADIAL STRIPPER CARTRIDGE, MINI-	4
CSS-5110 OK Industries (Jonard Tools)	STRIP TOOL COAX 10MM-10MM	0
1212160 Phoenix Contact	STRIPPING TOOL FIBER OPTIC	51
UST-125 OK Industries (Jonard Tools)	CBL STRIPPER COAX W/CBL STOP	0
CSS-135 OK Industries (Jonard Tools)	REPLACEMENT BLADE FOR CSS-597M	2
PA1821 Tempo Communications	TOOL SLITTER 1.0-1.4" RND CBL	3
14 22 160 KNIPEX Tools	DIAGONAL CUTTING PLIERS	4
RCS-30 OK Industries (Jonard Tools)	RATCHETING DUCT AND CABLE SLITTE	8
ST-500 OK Industries (Jonard Tools)	TOOL WIRE STRIPPER ADJ 20-30AWG	43
1884719 GEDORE Tools, Inc.	SPARE BLADE	11
1212623 Phoenix Contact	STRIPPING TOOL	634
CJAST Panduit Corporation	TOOL CABLE JACKET ADJ STRIPPER	32
E400003 008S1 Belden	INDUSTRIAL CABLE STRIPPER	0
20100 Swanstrom Tools	ERGO STRIPPER SOL & STR 10-24AWG	6
TCCPS-RING-2 Tempo Communications	CPS RING BLADE KIT	10
1212704 Phoenix Contact	STRIPPING TOOL .1-4MM2	3
1212173 Phoenix Contact	TOOL STIPPING FOR FIBER OPTICS	3
15 51 160 KNIPEX Tools	END-TYPE WIRE STRIPPER .5 MM	7
FOR-3000RB OK Industries (Jonard Tools)	REPLACEMENT BLADE FOR ROUND CABL	6
6702940 GEDORE Tools, Inc.	STRIPPING PLIERS AUTOMATIC	74

Wire Strippers and Accessories

1. Overview

Wire strippers and accessories are specialized tools designed to remove insulation from electrical wires without damaging the conductive core. These tools are critical in industries requiring precise cable preparation, including electronics manufacturing, automotive assembly, and telecommunications. Modern advancements have integrated ergonomic designs, automatic adjustment systems, and material-specific cutting mechanisms to enhance efficiency and safety.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Manual Wire Strippers	Hand-operated tools with adjustable jaws for different wire gauges	Prototyping labs, low-volume electrical repairs
Automatic Stripping Machines	Motor-driven systems with CNC-controlled stripping precision	High-volume automotive wire harness production
Rotary Cable Cutters	360 cutting blades for coaxial cable preparation	Telecom infrastructure installation
Terminal Crimping Tools	Hydraulic/pneumatic systems for connector attachment	Aerospace wiring systems assembly
Laser Stripping Systems	Non-contact ablation using CO /UV lasers	Medical device manufacturing with ultra-fine wires

3. Structure and Components

Typical configurations include:

Handle Assembly: Dual-material ergonomic grips with slip-resistant texture
Cutting Module: Tungsten carbide blades with replaceable inserts
Adjustment Mechanism: Micrometer-scale calibration dials ( 0.02mm precision)
Wire Clamping System: Spring-loaded guides with quick-release levers
Safety Features: Dielectric insulation barriers (up to 1000V protection)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value Range	Importance
Stripping Force	50-500N	Prevents conductor damage during insulation removal
Cutting Precision	0.01mm	Ensures consistent wire preparation quality
Wire Diameter Range	0.1-50mm (AWG 26-600 kcmil)	Determines application versatility
Blade Hardness	60-67 HRC	Affects tool longevity and cutting performance
Dielectric Strength	5-50kV	Worker safety in high-voltage environments

5. Application Fields

Electronics Manufacturing: PCB assembly lines, semiconductor equipment wiring
Automotive Industry: CAN bus system installation in Tesla Model Y production
Aerospace: MIL-DTL-38999 connector termination for aircraft avionics
Renewable Energy: Solar inverter cable preparation (1500V DC systems)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Key Product	Technical Highlights
Ideal Industries	Snapper Plus Auto-Strip	Self-adjusting jaws for 10-18 AWG wires
Klein Tools	54-918 Lineman's Pliers	Induction-hardened cutting edges
Yazaki Corporation	WSX-7500E	Multi-axis robotic wire stripping system
TE Connectivity	MicroContact 2023	0.08mm ultra-fine wire compatibility

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations:

Match wire gauge range to application requirements (e.g., 0.5-6mm for automotive)
Assess stripping speed needs (manual: 15-30 wires/min vs automated: 3000+ wires/hour)
Verify compliance with industry standards (IPC/WHMA-A-620, UL 2239)
Evaluate tool weight (ideal: 0.3-0.8kg for handheld units)
Check replacement part availability for high-usage environments

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Integration of IoT-enabled torque sensors for process validation
Adoption of graphene-coated blades for 300% longer tool life
AI-powered vision systems for automatic wire type recognition
Miniaturization for micro coaxial cable processing (down to 0.05mm diameter)
Development of multi-functional tools combining stripping, crimping, and testing