Wire stripper tool

[Trbayth]

I'm looking for a wire stripping tool that can strip the insulation in the middle of a length of wire, say 20-22 gauge, instead of at the ends of the wire. Does anyone know if such a tool exists and, if so, can point me to it?

 

[5legsshort]

differant approach--

If it is a single strand of wire, try using a lighter and slightly burning it, then when it cools a little use your fingernail to pull insulation back a ways. Doesn't damage wire inside either. $.02

 

[jcthorne]

I'm looking for a wire stripping tool that can strip the insulation in the middle of a length of wire, say 20-22 gauge, instead of at the ends of the wire. Does anyone know if such a tool exists and, if so, can point me to it?

Yes, I have one of these for many years. Does just what you are asking.

http://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-11063W-Katapult-Stripper/dp/B00BC39YFQ

 

[Larry rt]

Goes to show you, all you need to do is ask. Someone on this great site has the answer!

 

[Chupaca]

GREAT TOOL....

Yes, I have one of these for many years. Does just what you are asking.

http://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-11063W-Katapult-Stripper/dp/B00BC39YFQ

Have the same one in red...great tool for splicing in...thanks for the link I did not remember where I got it. ..:bowdown:

 

[DriftersWay]

Yes, I have one of these for many years. Does just what you are asking.

http://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-11063W-Katapult-Stripper/dp/B00BC39YFQ

This is a wire stripper but will not remove the insulation from the middle of a wire allowing insulation to remain
on both ends. The best way is to use a razor knife. this how I have been doing it for 30 years

 

[Big Arm]

:agree:

 

[IGETAROUND]

perhaps a sharp pocket knife???

 

[jerpinoy]

A good electrician will use what is needed. Will a tap connector do? Auto parts stores have them.

 

[jcthorne]

This is a wire stripper but will not remove the insulation from the middle of a wire allowing insulation to remain
on both ends. The best way is to use a razor knife. this how I have been doing it for 30 years

Yes, it does. Been using it for that for many years. Mine is also red.

 

[Marker]

I work for a major wire and cable manufacturer. We use a razor blade and carefully score around where you want to bare the wire. Then on an angle cut in a little to the insulation to remove it.
Do not push too hard as you will damage the wire especially if the AWG is small ie 22AWG wire.

 

[Bfromla]

This is a wire stripper but will not remove the insulation from the middle of a wire allowing insulation to remain
on both ends. The best way is to use a razor knife. this how I have been doing it for 30 years

:agree: But only 15yrs or so:roflblack::thumbup: but well practiced. Make sure power is OFF!nojokeSolid wire easier by far. & if have enough slack in wire a simple ,once around through insulaton then can seperate with out removing any material. If simple splice going to soldier, heat & clean both wires with flux. Heat shrink is better long term seal when complete, but good electrical tape works for most funny shape splices. Lots of ways to do right all a matter of personal preference & time to invest.

If you have a proper wire diagram be sure to edit yor connection in for future referance:thumbup:

 

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

Yes, I have one of these for many years. Does just what you are asking.

http://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-11063W-Katapult-Stripper/dp/B00BC39YFQ

Strip the insulation in the middle of a length of wire? Works great to strip the end, but the middle?

 

[Motorcycledave]

I have the same one as the one with blue grips
you can buy tgem at Sears, Harbir Freight, Auto zone
any elect. supply

I'm looking for a wire stripping tool that can strip the insulation in the middle of a length of wire, say 20-22 gauge, instead of at the ends of the wire. Does anyone know if such a tool exists and, if so, can point me to it?

 

[jcthorne]

Strip the insulation in the middle of a length of wire? Works great to strip the end, but the middle?

How many times do I have to repeat myself. YES

I have used it to do precisely this for MANY years. Strip insulation in the middle of a run of wire without cutting it so I can solder on a new branch connection.

 

[DriftersWay]

How many times do I have to repeat myself. YES

I have used it to do precisely this for MANY years. Strip insulation in the middle of a run of wire without cutting it so I can solder on a new branch connection.

I have been an electrican for 35 years and I have owned and used that stripper before.
I would have to see a video using it to remove insulation from the middle of a wire.
Now it is possible to use it to slide the insulation a bit from a short wire, but not if there
there is a connection at both ends.

 

[jcthorne]

I have been an electrican for 35 years and I have owned and used that stripper before.
I would have to see a video using it to remove insulation from the middle of a wire.
Now it is possible to use it to slide the insulation a bit from a short wire, but not if there
there is a connection at both ends.

Whatever. I really don't care if you believe me or not and I am not shooting a video to PROVE something I have been doing for many years. Insinuating that I am lying is a pretty nasty thing to do on an open forum just because YOU have not done something I have for many years. Nice that you have practiced electrical work for years, perhaps its never too late to learn something new. I was taught how to do this by a marine electrician as it prevents loss of mechanical strength of the main wire at the joint.

 

[PMK]

Whatever. I really don't care if you believe me or not and I am not shooting a video to PROVE something I have been doing for many years. Insinuating that I am lying is a pretty nasty thing to do on an open forum just because YOU have not done something I have for many years. Nice that you have practiced electrical work for years, perhaps its never too late to learn something new. I was taught how to do this by a marine electrician as it prevents loss of mechanical strength of the main wire at the joint.

Will you at least explain the process?

I too have a couple of those type tools. One for regular wire and one for Tefzel aircraft wire.

The tool may, as already suggested, be able to start a strip in the middle of the wire. We are all willing to learn how the tool removes the insulation without resorting to a razor blade or similar device to take the parted insulation of the middle of the wire.

If there is a simple method that would be great and save many of us a bunch of time and have a better quality splice.

All the best

 

[trikermutha]

POSI TAPS WORK WELL TOO :thumbup: .. I would not use them on certain things but if you don't want to cut or splice. POSI Taps work well..

 

[DriftersWay]

Whatever. I really don't care if you believe me or not and I am not shooting a video to PROVE something I have been doing for many years. Insinuating that I am lying is a pretty nasty thing to do on an open forum just because YOU have not done something I have for many years. Nice that you have practiced electrical work for years, perhaps its never too late to learn something new. I was taught how to do this by a marine electrician as it prevents loss of mechanical strength of the main wire at the joint.

First off allow me to say I am sorry. Don't mean to call you a liar. I am not so great using words correctly.
I have read many of your posts and have respect for your input and thoughts. I just can't get my tool to do this.
Again I am sorry ,,, please forgive

UPDATE: after watching a video posted by Fatdaddycycle (thanks) JC is correct the stripper will slide the insulation enough to make connections.
I just tried it with my tool and it will work. Old Dogs can learn new tricks