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*Wire Strippers (6 AWG – 12 AWG) - [https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MKH0YC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1]
*Wire Strippers (6 AWG – 12 AWG) - [https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MKH0YC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1]
*Cable Knife (4 AWG – 4/0) - [https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BMUDIGA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1]
*Cable Knife (4 AWG – 4/0) - [https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BMUDIGA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1]
*Knipex also has good reviews - [https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-1262180-Adjusting-Insulation-Strippers/dp/B003B8WB5U#customerReviews]
*Knipex also has good reviews - [https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-1262180-Adjusting-Insulation-Strippers/dp/B003B8WB5U#customerReviews]. Check out how it's used [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDTBPpNO0dc].

Revision as of 06:48, 23 August 2022

Typical Wiring

  • 6-750 MCM - [1]
  • Irwin - this seems to be a winner [2] via YouTube video [3]
  • 3 types of strippers - small is Irwin tool, next is a 6-12 ga, next is 4-4/0 (likely larger as well). Irwin tool strips the exterior Romex sheath - and the interior as well - important. Also check out the wire size-to-tool chart at [4].

and

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  • Slit and peel with razor - quite effective - but razor is dangerous. Advantage - gets you to peel a long distance quickly:

For Recycling

Buy

  • Irwin Adjustable Wire Strippers (22 AWG – 10 AWG) - [6]. Lowes - you can return for life. Or Amazon - [7].
  • Wire Strippers (6 AWG – 12 AWG) - [8]
  • Cable Knife (4 AWG – 4/0) - [9]
  • Knipex also has good reviews - [10]. Check out how it's used [11].