RS PRO Wire Stripper, 4.5mm Min, 26mm Max

From RS PRO, this round cable stripper is ideal for removing the outer jacket of round multicore and single-core cables. It is able to cut through many types of insulation, including PVC and rubber.

The cables main advantage is its spring-loaded cable bracing action, which allows it to be attached to the cable or wire at any point along its length. Coupled with its ability to rotate the blade to ninety-degrees and perform longitudinal cuts, this means the cable conductors can be accessed at any point on the cable, via spiraling or jacket splitting.

This spring-loaded tool can circular-cut a jacket for quick end removal, end stripping, or spiralling for mid-span cuts. As such, this highly versatile cable stripping tool is ideal for challenging and custom cable management applications.

• Replacement blades available RS 667-3430

Features and Benefits

• Cable stripper for fast and effective stripping of outer insulation from round cable
• Consists of a spring-loaded gripping arm with blade
• Adjustable cutting depth up to 3 mm
• Simple grip and rotate action cuts cleanly around the circumference of cable
• Blade may be turned through 90° by pushing a side button
V shaped plastic jaw fitted to gripping arm, for easier rotation of the tool around cables
• Stripping range 4.5-26 mm diameter

Applications

Wire strippers are a hand-held tool designed to remove insulation or outer sheath from electrical wires. Other tools may be used to achieve this end, such as pliers or knives, but this purpose-built tool ensures maximum efficiency and safety. Wire strippers create a neat and tidy cut to reveal wires, ready to be soldered or have a connector attached. There are various types available from stripping the cable to cutting copper and conduit. Wire strippers are primarily used by electricians or mechanics but are equally at home in any DIY toolbox.

FAQs:

It this wire stripper VDE certified?

No, this wire stripper isn't VDE approved and cannot be used on live electric cables.

Is this cable stripper suitable for flat cables?

This particular model has been designed to work with round cables and may not perform properly with flat cables.

Why RS PRO?

RS PRO aims to be your go-to brand for reliability and value for money. We source high-quality parts at great prices and test everything with our in-house experts to ensure the quality you need.

When it comes to tools, we know that versatility and dependability are what you need. As such, we stock a variety of mainstay and specialist tools to suit any application. Whether you're a professional electrician, plumber, builder or DIY enthusiast, RS PRO is here to support you.