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Yellow-handled wire stripper with black jaws and spring return, six and a half inches long

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Ideal 45-091 6 1/2 in Wire Stripper 18-10 AWG hand tool

SKU CH-HNX5-CGNKV

Strips and cuts 18 to 10 AWG solid and stranded wire with spring-action leverage and dipped plastic handles

  • TypeKnives, Cutters & Snips
  • Die-cast zinc frame adds durability
  • Spring-action motion increases leverage
  • Adjustable automatic strip and cut function
  • Handles 18 to 10 AWG solid and stranded wire
  • Dipped plastic grips for comfortable handling

Ideal 45-091 6 1/2 in Wire Stripper

The Ideal 45-091 is a hand-operated wire stripper designed for electrical work involving solid and stranded conductors. It handles wire gauges from 18 to 10 AWG, making it suitable for residential and light commercial wiring tasks. The tool performs both stripping and cutting functions in a single device. Its adjustable automatic mechanism allows the user to set the strip length for consistent results.

Die-cast zinc frame with dipped handles

The tool’s die-cast zinc frame provides structural rigidity while the plastic-dipped handles offer grip comfort during repetitive use. A spring-return action automatically opens the jaws after each strip, reducing hand fatigue over long cable runs. Because it is a standard tool without integrated tether points, an accessory is required if drop-prevention tethering is needed on site. The 6 1/2 inch overall length fits comfortably in a tool pouch or belt.

Sustained use with spring-action leverage

Under continuous operation the spring-action motion increases leverage, letting the user maintain stripping speed without excessive grip force. The automatic adjustment holds the selected strip depth across many cycles, so insulation removal stays consistent even as the handles heat up from friction. The hardened cutting edges retain sharpness through repeated cuts on copper conductors. This design suits electricians who process high volumes of 18 to 10 AWG wire daily.

Highlights

  • Die-cast zinc frame adds durability
  • Spring-action motion increases leverage
  • Adjustable automatic strip and cut function
  • Handles 18 to 10 AWG solid and stranded wire
  • Dipped plastic grips for comfortable handling

Specifications

BrandIdeal
TypeKnives, Cutters & Snips

Questions about this item

What is the maximum wire gauge the 45-091 can strip before the jaws slip?

The stripper handles solid and stranded wire up to 10 AWG; larger gauges exceed the 18 to 10 AWG capacity and will not grip reliably.

How hot do the handles get when stripping cable continuously for hours?

The plastic-dipped grips stay cool because the spring-action mechanism reduces the force needed for each cut, limiting heat build-up during extended use.

Which tether accessory is required to attach the 45-091 to a lanyard?

The tool is a standard model without a built-in tether point, so a separate tethering accessory must be added for drop protection.

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