The 10 best Wire Stripping Tools of 2026: Which tool for which application?

Typical applications in home electrical installations include connecting sockets, switches, or distribution boards. This primarily involves the use of standard installation cables such as NYM cables, single-core wires, or increasingly, robust specialty cables. A key challenge is the confined working environment: Stripping cables in cavity walls or junction boxes often requires patience.

The following tools have proven particularly useful for these applications: 

• Cable Stripper SECURA No. 15 (Art. no. 30155)
  Ideal for stripping the outer sheath of standard NYM cables with a diameter of 8 - 13 mm. Thanks to its clean, circular cut, the cable sheath can be removed quickly and safely without damaging the inner conductors. It also features precision stripping blades for cleanly removing the individual inner conductors from 0.2 - 4.0 mm².
  Even demanding PUR-insulated cables, such as H07BQ-F or H07RN-F rubber-sheathed cables, can be easily processed with the SECURA No. 15.
• Cable Stripper JOKARI XL (Art. no. 30125)
  Suitable for standard round cables with a diameter of 8 - 13 mm. Its long design facilitates work in confined spaces, such as electrical boxes.
• Wire Stripper Super 4 Pro (Art. no. 20200)
  The Automatic Wire Stripper for single wires from 0.2 to 6.0 mm². It adjusts itself to the cross-section and ensures precise, fast, and effortless work. This allows the individual wires inside an NYM cable to be stripped in a flash.
• Cable Knife System 4-70 (Art. no. 70000)
  The safety Cable Knife for all common round wires and cables from 8 to 35 mm in diameter. The safety mechanism for the hook blade with locking switch prevents cuts. The intelligent interchangeable blade system allows for quick replacement of blades for different diameters (expandable to 4 to 70 mm in diameter using the 4 - 70 mm Cable Knife System SET, Art. no. 71000).

With increasing digitalization, the demands on the processing of data and communication lines are also rising. Especially with data lines: Even the smallest damage can drastically impair signal quality. Therefore, the right specialized tool is crucial. Precision and efficient, material-friendly work play a decisive role here.

Specialized tools are indispensable for these applications:

• Cable Stripper No. 1 Cat (Art. no. 30500)
  Designed for the precise stripping of PVC-insulated CAT and network cables with a diameter of 4.5 - 10 mm, such as Cat5, Cat6, Cat6e, Cat7, or twisted-pair cables. The defined cutting edge prevents damage to the inner wire pairs.
• Cable Stripper SECURA Coaxi No. 1 (Art. no. 30600)
  For coaxial cables in satellite, TV and network technology with a diameter of 4.8 - 7.5 mm. Removes outer sheath and dielectric in a controlled manner and in defined steps.

In industrial applications such as automation technology, control cabinet construction, or robotics, precision and repeatability are paramount. These applications often involve the use of fine conductors, sensor cables, or control lines.

The following tools have proven their worth under the high demands:

• Wire Stripper Sensor Special (Art. no. 20300)
  Specifically designed for sensor and control cables with a diameter of 4.40 - 7 mm. Ensures uniform, damage-free stripping. The automatic scanning system adjusts to different cable diameters.
• Multifunctionaltool QUADRO Plus (Art. no. 62000)
  Universal solution for PVC-insulated flexible conductors and stranded wires with a working range of 0.5 - 2.5 mm². Combines the four work steps cutting, stripping, twisting, and crimping in one tool. Perfect for control cabinet or control system construction.
• Wire Stripper SECURA 2K (Art. no. 20100)
  Precise stripping of single wires from 0.2 to 6.0 mm². The integrated cutting depth adjustment allows for fine-tuning with insulation materials of varying hardness or softness.
• Wire Stripper No. 6–16 mm² (Art. no. 20030)
  For solid and flexible conductors with PVC outer insulation of 6 - 16 mm².