manwithtools
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He didn't call you a "Stupid c**t" as part of that process did he? 
Should I upgrade my wire stripper tool ?
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Ohmthis
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Thanks for posting this. I’m an industrial electrician and have dozens of pairs of strippers. I’ve been looking for a set of auto strippers that feeds the wire in the front, not the side. I’m going to check these out.I'm pretty sure you do, however for a general purpose wire stripper these are the absolute bomb/and almost disposable cheap. But please watch the video.
They perform better than both the expensive Knipex versions (and all the rebrands) and are made in a first world economy, which will tick a lot of boxes for GJ guys
I would never recommend junk to my fellow tool enthusiasts, I've been in the game myself for nearly 40 years
richfinn
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He didn't call you a "Stupid c**t" as part of that process did he?
He didn't, but he would definitely have been thinking it
d.mcfarland
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Hmmm...
If I had something that didn't work for 40 years, it would have long been gone.
bcradio
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Do you have a link for the ones you have and like? I'll have to order some
richfinn
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Wire Stripper No. 5 | for all common stranded and solid conductors I working range 0,2 - 6,0 mm² | 10006786
The WEICON Wire Stripper No. 5 is suitable for stripping all stranded and solid conductors from 0.2 – 6.0 mm². The wire stripper also has a visual length scale from 5 - 12mm. The length stop can be removed, if required. A well-accessible side cutter is i…
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3122CT - Heat Shrink Crimp Tool 22-10 AWG
Find 3122CT - Heat Shrink Crimp Tool 22-10 AWG from Sargent Tools and buy online!
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Obviously try your local eBay/Amazon for best pricing
If I'm splicing or terminating anything below 22 gauge (0.5mm) Typically I would use open barrel crimpers and adhesive lined heat shrink tube or the appropriate sealed plug terminals.
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Actually, I think I will get this for $10
Honestly as someone else pointed out... anything is going to work night and day better than the tool you have.
I'd probably just go with the Capri Tools 20011 or Weicon No. 5 recommendation for $10-15 more.
richfinn
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Those work ok on the bench, trouble is you have to be at 90 degrees to the wire your stripping which can make them very awkward in tight spaces when you don't have much wire to work with.
The Weicon style is easier and faster as you are stripping in a straight line
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bcradio
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Thank you good sir!Wire Stripper No. 5 | for all common stranded and solid conductors I working range 0,2 - 6,0 mm² | 10006786
The WEICON Wire Stripper No. 5 is suitable for stripping all stranded and solid conductors from 0.2 – 6.0 mm². The wire stripper also has a visual length scale from 5 - 12mm. The length stop can be removed, if required. A well-accessible side cutter is i…
3122CT - Heat Shrink Crimp Tool 22-10 AWG
Find 3122CT - Heat Shrink Crimp Tool 22-10 AWG from Sargent Tools and buy online!www.sargenttools.com
Obviously try your local eBay/Amazon for best pricing
If I'm splicing or terminating anything below 22 gauge (0.5mm) Typically I would use open barrel crimpers and adhesive lined heat shrink tube or the appropriate sealed plug terminals.
Ordered some
For the heat shrink connectors crimp tool, I believe this is the one highly recommended by the marine electrical how-to website whose name I can't remember. NSPA is also the manufacturer of a line of heat shrink connectors.
www.nspa.com
I ended up buying the crimp nests from Pressmaster as I already had the crimper body.
T-R-45 – NSPA
www.nspa.com
I ended up buying the crimp nests from Pressmaster as I already had the crimper body.
For the heat shrink connectors crimp tool, I believe this is the one highly recommended by the marine electrical how-to website whose name I can't remember. NSPA is also the manufacturer of a line of heat shrink connectors.
T-R-45 – NSPA
I ended up buying the crimp nests from Pressmaster as I already had the crimper body.
I know which article you're referring to. It's one of my favorites.
Marine Wire Termination - Marine How To
Marine Wire Termination - Tools of the Trade MHT Recommended Tools: The products below are our top picks for crimp tools. RecommendationsI include; PRO GRADE, MARINE GRADE, & PENNY SAVER GRADE. Every tool recommended BELOW, we have tested here.
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After going through half my adult life 20 years) stripping wire with a utility knife (you do get a feel for it) I got a tool like the OP has used all his life. I completed many projects with it and thought I was living the dream, until I came here and read this thread...
So while I'm not a fan of that style partially for anything involving crimping... a good quality version of that tool will be fine.
I have one of those which is a Klein made in the USA. It works great. I think more often that not that style has been copied so many times its associated with being a POS.
Lorydr
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My work has that weidmuller version. Looks the same. It had been gathering dust for more than a decade. I decided to give it a try about 6 months ago, and now it's my go-to for terminals and ferrules. (panel building).
Best strippers both in speed, consistency, and not leaving knicks on the wire.
Works on everything from 10 gauge if you squeeze the handle partially and then rotate 90 degrees down to super fine 30 gauge on tiny encoder leads.
The set I've used for a few decades is similar to the small yellow handled Klein. I use them almost as much still. Small, lightweight, tiny gauge up to 14 awg. (great for light duty household actions). Although I have a similar set for at home. Doesn't matter left or right handed. Made by Ideal. The strippers have remained sharp and reliable...and cheap!
I have other larger strippers that I use for small insulated crimps and small screw trimming. They **** at stripping. I don't have to use them much.
Edit...i meant to write weidmuller instead of panduit
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bwringer
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manwithtools
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Most use a T-Striper of some type/ brand and also have a version / competitor to the Weicon 5 wire stripper.
RyanE
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Thank you good sir!
Ordered some
Same here, before the rest of you do and the price is automagically adjusted (skyrockets) on that jungle site. The current price in CAD is $36, similar to a decent pair of conventional Klein or Channellocks, of which I already have.
These will be my first pair of auto strippers.
Cheers!
Wiz02
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If you aren't a pro as professional electricians probably scoff at these strippers, but they strip the sheathing from NM cables neatly, cleanly and quickly. So much better than using a knife for me.
www.kleintools.com
Klein-Kurve® Dual NM Cable Stripper/Cutter - K1412 | Klein Tools
The Klein-Kurve Dual NM Cable Stripper/Cutter allows you to cleanly remove the outer jacket of 12/2 and 14/2 Type NM-B non-metallic sheathed cable. Stripping holes easily remove the insulation on 12 and 14 AWG solid wire. Precision shear-type blades provide square clean cuts on solid copper...
isb cornbinder
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I just found a picture of two of my favorite ratcheting crimpers. They are identical and different brand names. I was able to buy exchangeable crimp jaws at MOPAC, Langley, BC.
I have three different crimp options, now. The one crimp is for cutting the insulation on spark wire and making the crimps. The spark wire crimper does a perfect job, every time.
In answer to the OP question, "Should I upgrade? Very definitely yes. I have had lots of experience and can say with confidence, "Good tools make the job easier and better." If a person is not doing this for a living, a good tool is a must-have.
I have three different crimp options, now. The one crimp is for cutting the insulation on spark wire and making the crimps. The spark wire crimper does a perfect job, every time.
In answer to the OP question, "Should I upgrade? Very definitely yes. I have had lots of experience and can say with confidence, "Good tools make the job easier and better." If a person is not doing this for a living, a good tool is a must-have.
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richfinn
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Knipex make at least three or four versions of those type of strippers and they are really decent quality, the problem I always find is there is never enough room to use them easily and for USA based users they are all metric (at least the stripping function).
Weicon automatics don't care, insert wire up to the adjustable stop to get the correct length and pull the trigger, job done.
If your doing multiple wires it can be a big time saver not having to eyeball the strip length and pick the correct gauge and way less fatigue on your hands as they are super lightweight (new users might feel like they are a bit of a "toy" at first, but you soon get over the fact that they are 95% plastic when you realise consistent performance is what really matters in any such tool).
thool
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I have the Klein Katapult and it was indispensable when I replaced all my electrical switches and outlets to the "decora" style. It gets a good bite, and I found a brisk squeeze works better than a slow squeeze.
bcradio
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My Weicon arrived last night... i will have to try them out tonight
Pinemarten
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I prefer this style.......
capritools.com
There are many brands out there. The Capri model is typical of the type (and the first one I found online)
Precision Wire Stripper
Designed with precision in mind, this tool ensures clean cuts and reliable performance. Elevate your electrical work with the precision you can trust
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There are many brands out there. The Capri model is typical of the type (and the first one I found online)
sparky 1971
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I have a set of these from when I started a long time ago. I don't care for the stripper and cutter, but I do keep them around and use them for cutting screws that aren't 6/32 or 8/32. They do work much, much better than the joke in post #1.
www.kleintools.com
I use these for strippers. I get about a year out of them using them daily before the cutter gets too dull to go cleanly through stranded wire. With occasional use, they would probably last a lifetime.
www.idealind.com
Long Nose Multi Tool Wire Stripper, Wire Cutters, Crimping Tool - 1010 | Klein Tools
The Klein Tools Wire Stripper Long Nose Multi Tool handles a wide range of functions, from wire and bolt cutting to stripping and crimping. The cutting and stripping holes are positioned in front of the pivot to easily fit into tight spaces. Plastic-covered cushioned handles make this tool...
I use these for strippers. I get about a year out of them using them daily before the cutter gets too dull to go cleanly through stranded wire. With occasional use, they would probably last a lifetime.
T®-Stripper Wire Stripper | Market Leader
IDEAL® T®-Stripper Wire Strippers have been an industry standard since 1956. Compact, lightweight and easy to use with features like precision-ground, knife-type blades, built-in looping holes and more!
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