{"product_id":"ideal-45-097-stripmaster-wire-stripper-26-16-awg","title":"IDEAL 45-097 StripMaster Wire Stripper, 26-16 AWG","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIDEAL 45-097 StripMaster Wire Stripper (26-16 AWG)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIDEAL 45-097 StripMaster Wire Stripper\u003c\/strong\u003e is an automatic, hand-actuated tool designed for precise, general-purpose stripping of 26 to 16 AWG wire. Featuring a spring-action mechanism and knife-type blades, this tool enables rapid, repetitive stripping operations in electrical and telecommunications applications while preventing conductor nicking, cutting, or fraying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated mechanical design automatically holds the jaws open after the stripping stroke, allowing the user to seamlessly remove the stripped wire without dragging the conductor against the blade edge. It is highly effective for preparing lighter gauge cabling including PVC hook-up wire, telephone wiring, fixture wiring, and instrument cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 to 16 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation Removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strips up to 7\/8 inch of insulation in a single action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knife-type blades for general-purpose insulation removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic, spring-return handles with hold-open jaws for clean wire extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e PVC hook-up, telephone, radio, fixture, and instrumentation wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What types of wire insulation is the IDEAL 45-097 StripMaster designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: It is optimized for general-purpose, lighter gauge insulation, particularly PVC hook-up wire, telephone cables, fixture wire, and radio or instrumentation wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum insulation stripping length for this tool?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The IDEAL 45-097 can cleanly remove up to 7\/8 inch of wire insulation in a single operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the tool require manual resetting after each strip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No. The StripMaster features jaws that automatically stay open after the stripping action, allowing for easy, drag-free removal of the wire from the cutting area.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IDEAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50906339672162,"sku":"370X192","price":110.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1026\/4509\/files\/370x192_pli-ideal-45-097_1_jpg.webp?v=1793919303","url":"https:\/\/www.fiberoptics4sale.com\/products\/ideal-45-097-stripmaster-wire-stripper-26-16-awg","provider":"Fosco Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}