JOKARI wirestripper: The problem solver for numerous challenges in the field of cable processing – 100% Made in Germany

What are wire strippers and where are they used?

Wire strippers are special pliers that are used to remove the outer sheath of a cable or the insulation of the inner conductor.

Many applications in the field of cable processing in handicraft and industry require the highest precision and perfection from the wire stripping tools. These ergonomic and precise special tools are indispensable helpers for work in control cabinet construction, in mechanical and plant engineering as well as wiring in handiwork and industry. Especially in domestic installation they make the electrician work easier and are now essential in most tool bags.

Depending on the cable type (e.g. NYM or NYY cable, flat cable or sensor cable) and cable cross-section, the JOKARI range offers the right wirestripping tool, even for working in places that are difficult to access, such as working in the control cabinet.

 

What is an automatic wire stripper and how are they used?

An automatic wire stripper adjusts itself automatically to the conductor cross-section and does not have to be adjusted by the user.
In general, a distinction is made between cable pliers with manual adjustment to the wire cross-section, automatically adjusting pliers and those with one or more pairs of blades for firmly defined cross-sections or diameters.
Based on the cable to be processed, there are wire stripper for processing individual wires, such as H07-VK 2.5mm2 or for stripping multi-core cables (e. g. sensor cables).

Using an automatic wire stripping plier is extremely easy: Insert the cable, quickly squeeze the pliers' legs together and relieve the pressure. The cable is stripped to the set length.

 

How is a wire stripping machine technically defined?

A wire stripper consists of two grip parts mounted around a pivot point. The stripping mechanism is installed in the pivot point or working head of the stripping pliers. It is equipped with a special scanning system and precision blades that, when the handles are closed, cut into the insulation and then strip it from the wire conductor.

 

What is the advantage of a wire stripping machine compared to a simple cutter knife or a side cutter?

Some users prefer to use cutter knives or side cutters when cable stripping. They often argue that this allows them to work faster and more effectively. Studies of work accidents show that there is a high risk of injury. In addition, the quality of the wire stripping result depends on the experience of the user. The use of work equipment with open blades is already forbidden in many companies for reasons of occupational safety. Most trade associations also take a firm stand here.

However, using a JOKARI wire stripper is simple and highly efficient. Annoying fumbling is no longer necessary. In addition, they guarantee precise and reproducible wire stripping results. Follow-up costs due to failed cable processing are excluded. The user is also protected from cuts by the wire pliers mechanism, which increases work safety.

 

What does JOKARI tools stand for?

The automatic wire stripping pliers from JOKARI are in use every day around the globe for a variety of wire stripping jobs. They convince the users every day with their first-class quality and functionality. They are ergonomically well thought out, easy to use even in hard to reach places. Their long service life and the quality characteristic 100% Made in Germany speak for themselves.

Many wire stripping products cover a wide range of cable types, such as the popular automatic wire stripper Sensor Special, which is suitable for processing almost all cable types in the working range from 4.40-7.0mm ⌀.

 

Tools with additional functions

In order to make the work as easy as possible for the user, some JOKARI wire stripping tools have side cutters installed to shorten wires up to 2.5mm2. An example of such a combination tool is the ergonomic, automatic wire stripper Super 4 Pro.

 

What is the difference between a cable knife, cable stripper or wire stripper?

A cable knife is an electrician's traditional, conventional tool for strip a long length of cable insulation lengthwise for convenient access to the inner conductors.
Cable strippers are ideal for working in deeper levels like in wall outlets. There is usually limited space available to remove the outer cable insulation. A cable knife can sometimes not be used due to the lack of space. Many cable strippers also have a function for safely stripping the individual wires. Their working range starts at 0.8mm2 – the smallest working range of cable knives is 4mm ø.

The maximum cable diameter that cable strippers can used for is 15mm ø. For larger cables (up to 70mm ø) cable knives are more likely to be used.
Wire strippers with their shape of a pistol are perfect for automatically processing the inner conductors in order to connect a lamp or socket, for example.
All you have to do is insert the inner conductor into the pliers and press them. The insulation is automatically stripped by the blade mechanism.

 

The range of wire stripping tools is huge. How do I find the right wire stripper for me?

Which wire stripping tool is most suitable to professionally process a specific cable type? The JOKARI cable database gives the right answer to this question. It supports the user in finding a professional solution quickly and easily. The user enters the cable type into the search field and receives suggestions for the right JOKARI wire stripping tool from thousands of data sets within seconds.

Further interesting information on the topic of wirestripper can be found on JO!STORY, the JOKARI blog.