Comparing Wire Strippers: Electrotechnical, Side Insulation, & Automatic models (1cm strips)

There were already such topics, but here I would like to compare several types of these devices.

1. Frontal stripping tool, referred to as "electrotechnical":


2. Side insulation stripper:
http://www.tme.eu/html/PL/narzedzia-do-sciaga...z-pirectow-okraglych/ramka_2465_PL_pelny.html


3. Automatic insulation stripper (with holding the stripped wire):
http://www.tme.eu/html/PL/narzedzia-do-sciaga...plaskich-i-okraglych/ramka_2468_PL_pelny.html


These are the basic types, of course there are a few more. From what I've read, the number 3 is recommended, but I have some concerns about its ability to strip insulation from very short sections of wires (around 1cm) and strip insulation from tapes, where there are many wires next to each other, and I do not want to separate them, for example at a length greater than 7-8mm.

My requirements:
- a maximum price of PLN 50, but much cheaper is welcome (do not be influenced by the prices from TME, these are only illustrative photos)
- cable diameters preferably from 0.2 to 2mm (or 1.5mm).
- the possibility of removing insulation from short sections of wires - here I think the best type 1 or 2
- the possibility of stripping insulation from multi-conductor tapes - e.g. 20 wires - type 1 and 2 allows this, but you need one, how does type 3 deal in such situations?
- I only had type 2 in my hands, it seemed reasonable, but maybe it can be done better
- I do not need a puller + crimper all in one

I have Type 3 in stock and I am very happy with it. As for the multi-core cables, I removed the insulation from a maximum of 6 wires and there were no problems.

I bought a Cimco Jokari and I am very happy with them. Only, unfortunately, they are more expensive about PLN 100. They strip the insulation from 0.5mm ^ to 4mm ^. Sometimes I used the ones in the second photo, It's pretty cool, you just have to find the right hole with the wire.

Hello. I have such a puller from photo1 for a very long time. I am very happy with it. As for the company, it is the German PROMAT. The price was very low and the quality was really great. And I will continue to recommend it to my colleagues. Regards, Michał

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you will buy a used one a little more expensive (older versions), and the effect is bricked. I use it professionally on a daily basis. Despite the fact that it looks like a plastic toy, it can handle all dimensions up to 6mm2.

I use the first one over 4 years old, irreplaceable when it comes to stripping wire insulation, it also copes with the rope, but you have to make sure that the jaws do not tighten too much, because they will cut off a part of the wire, they can work with voltage ... probably best for electrician ...

the latter, as already mentioned, must be pulled to the side and hit the right place ...

the third ones are best for automation, they do well with rope, tape etc ...

everything depending on the needs and expectations of the user ...

Greetings.
Michu.

Thanks for the feedback, it's getting lighter. In that case, the price and availability in my area will probably decide between the first and the third type, if I buy it, maybe I will write if I like it.
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I bought a type 3. Has problems with stripping thin wires, but I did a little modification and it's better. Besides, sometimes it cuts the insulation too much (where it holds), it is impossible to do something about it, but it doesn't cut it right through, so it's hard. I am 50% satisfied.

I refresh the topic!

I have a similar problem and have been browsing Allegro for several hours ... and I have a problem.

Well, I am looking for an insulation stripper, which can additionally make an "indent" in the wire insulation (cut the insulation and make a slot in it so that it can be soldered with an additional wire).
In addition, of course, I also want it not to fall apart after a month

My favorite is the No. 3 puller or its equivalents from the NEO company NEO puller or YATO YATO 1 puller or YATO puller 2

Can these pullers make a cut in the insulation and are they worth buying, or do you have other suggestions?

You have the opportunity, go to the store with a few pieces of cord and try it. The first two pullers are about the same level of workmanship and quality of work.

I have all three - but the one from the third photo of the first post is my favorite. It never disappoints me. I recommend

Błażej wrote:

You have the opportunity, go to the store with a few pieces of cord and try it. The first two pullers are about the same level of workmanship and quality of work.

Well, the problem is that in the store, and the ones for PLN 5 made of plastic work great, but in the cold one puller for 1 wire is broken - they break with power, besides, you can forget about cutting the wire for soldering, they have too little power, from they burst right away.

Is it possible to make such an incision in those number 3?

I doubt the incision, but you can pull off, for example, 5 mm of insulation - this puller breaks the insulation at the point and moves one away from the other.

gayetan wrote:

I doubt the incision, but you can pull off, for example, 5 mm of insulation - this puller breaks the insulation at the point and moves one away from the other.

This is what I mean.

Which company to choose?

It can probably even be the presented Newbrend - I have a Swedish one and I gave it a long time ago "a lot of money", the name is worn out, but the organ is working!

What do you think about NEO, because you can get a fairly good price on Allegro? Yato's are a bit more expensive, although not much.

I have the squeegees with 3 photos from 1 post of the NEO brand, and I am very happy with them. I work as a fitter and I work with them a lot. I use them to strip insulation from small 0.8 mm2 conductors, mains cables, to even 10 pairs of cables and they have never let me down. They can even handle 0.5 mm2 cables from the burglar. I recommend!!!

Perhaps I will add my impressions after some time. As I wrote a few posts above, I bought the number 3 puller, but despite having it, I peeled thin wires ... with cutters. I am a bit surprised by your flattering opinions, it is quite possible that I found a poorly made welt. I recently bought a number 2 puller and am finally satisfied.

Ptolek- there is a multitude of counterfeit pullers No. 3 on the market.
Currently, it's hard to say what is the original and what is counterfeit.
You must have found a badly made copy.

I have a wire stripper similar to the 3go type, but original, Russian, indestructible, the department has been continuously for 20 years.

Has anyone worked such a Cimco Stripax puller?

1. You need to adjust the screw for each diameter. I haven't used it but rather painful in the long run it will.
2. The best thing to do is buy, for example, haupe does not leave any traces on the insulation, but the 6mm cable is hard to pull off (you need strength). I use several years, several hundred veins a day.
2. It leaves traces on the insulation, but it is possible to isolate the outer insulation of a multi-core thin, eg 5x0.75. From poverty it can also be used to cut and clamp small ring sleeves, although it tightens rather poorly. The most common but a lot of cheap = weak versions are in circulation.

I have the third type of yato company, so not anything and I will say that it is hopeless. It can only handle thicker ones above 1.5mm, and this also not always depends on the thickness of the insulation. Generally heavy and bulky and, worst of all, it is not suitable for thin cables at all because it does not pull, but tears off the cable.
Exactly this: http://rg-narzedzia.com.pl/yato-sciagacz-izolacji-wielotografacyjny-205mm-yt2313-p-16243.html

tomjey wrote:

I have a third type of yato company, so not just anything

I understand that this is such a statement with a pinch of salt because Yato is the worst crap and rubbish.

THIS is not a top-shelf company, but certainly a mid-range one. I have a set of socket wrenches and I tire it for years in the conditions of car mechanics and the rattles and sockets last so long without any failure, so it is not junk. For this puller I also gave over PLN 50 and at this price I expected something good but here I was disappointed.

tomjey wrote:

I have the third type of yato company, so by all means and I will say that it is hopeless. It can only handle thicker ones above 1.5mm, and this also not always depends on the thickness of the insulation. Generally heavy and bulky and, worst of all, it is not suitable for thin cables at all because it does not pull, but tears off the cable.
Exactly this: http://rg-narzedzia.com.pl/yato-sciagacz-izolacji-wielotografacyjny-205mm-yt2313-p-16243.html

I bought one like you have, but from NEO and I am very pleased. It works great - we'll see what will happen after years of use ...

I have been using the Cimco Stripax for many years, I consider it to be one of the best, this version in the picture is the best (compared to other Cimco's because I have used them), there is a quick adjustment of the insulation thickness. It is often useful because the insulations have different hardness or thickness and such adjustment is very convenient and quick. Total automatons aren't doing that well anymore. I used it for stripping telecommunication wires 0.5mm it worked as it should, but mostly for electric wires and it works perfectly there. Unfortunately, the price is high, but for a professional it's worth the expense. One note, I don't like very low temperatures (below -10 ° C) (the handle may break) I had a few cases in the company. But you can always try the Cimco guarantee, if I'm not mistaken it's 10 years !.

Privately, I have and use those from photos 1 and 3 from the beginning of the post.
1 pic: the cheapest, universal, even for a professional. If you train your arm, you don't even need to use a setting screw. For occasional use, it is the economic and utility optimum. However, you should pay attention to the build quality of the blades when buying. It is very important that they fit perfectly with each other (they should touch each other - and practically gently rub against each other), otherwise the insulation will not be cut well and it will be difficult to use. For convenience, grab the tool before purchasing. Good hands mean no prints on the hands. I see! Check that the handles are well glued, it is important to remove the insulation from the cable and not the handle from the tool because I had such cases too.
3 photo from the beginning of the post: I have a basic version (no company or toya), the progenitor of this from the photo but based on the same principle. Personally, I do not recommend it. It works, but the jaws often damage the insulation (the rest). 0.8 0.5 is not suitable for thin cables. The mechanical system allows the cut insulation to fall into the mechanism and stops working properly. It's not a problem to shake her off quickly, but it pisses you off. Not resistant to dust - you need to keep an eye on cleanliness. Besides, a large and heavy tool. It will not go everywhere, and the arrangement of the blades (the way we insert the cord) is not optimal from an ergonomic point of view. Not suitable for a professional. I used it on the construction site for 2 months, the springs were bent also now it is suitable for a bucket. I bought it when I started my adventure with electrics and I had no idea about it. Now I only keep it out of sentiment, because it is "my first tool" Maybe the newer versions do not have these drawbacks, but the principle of operation has not changed, so I will not trust this solution for the second time.

2 pic from the beginning of the post - I used different versions several times based on the same principle, each time I was throwing out faster than I picked up Too much fiddling with buttonholes. Zero ergonomics of use - usually when the insulation let go, I knocked my hands against the nearby protruding things (e.g. cans, casings, walls and so on). Personally, I find this solution a miscarriage.

Hello

I need some tool for an amateur to strip insulation from 3 or 4-wire power cables protruding from walls, siphons. I have to assemble chandeliers, wall lamps, etc.
what would you recommend

Ptolek wrote:

1. Frontal stripping tool, referred to as "electrotechnical":
Which wire stripper to buy?

Miwhoo wrote:

I use the first one over 4 years old, irreplaceable when it comes to stripping wire insulation, it also copes with the rope, but you have to make sure that the jaws do not tighten too much, because they will cut off a part of the wire, they can work with voltage ... probably best for electrician ...