Wire Stripper: Difference between revisions

Revision as of 05:40, 23 August 2022

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].

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

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 *6-750 MCM - [https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-20V-MAX-Cordless-Cable-Stripper-Tool-Only/1002804088]
 *Irwin - this seems to be a winner [https://www.amazon.com/IRWIN-VISE-GRIP-2078300-Self-Adjusting-Stripper/dp/B000OQ21CA/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=WIRE%2BSTRIPPER&qid=1584280457&sr=8-6&linkCode=sl1&tag=adveinaback0d-20&linkId=a5304f13d6c5d2f18f30cb5417088b53&language=en_US&th=1] via YouTube video [https://youtu.be/ca45dL2X4SM?t=142]
-*'''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:
+*'''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 [https://www.explorist.life/how-to-strip-wire].
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