“Cable stripping can be a daily grind, but with the right tools, it doesn’t have to be,” says David Barnes, Sales and Marketing Manager at KNIPEX, a German manufacturer of professional hand tools.
Cable stripping is one of those jobs that gets done dozens of times a day, but if your tool isn’t up to the task, it quickly becomes frustrating.
Whether you’re working in a tight corner, prepping long cable runs, or juggling different conductor types, the right stripper makes all the difference. That’s where two longstanding tools from KNIPEX come into their own.
The EvoStrip and ComStrip are already well known in the trade. First released over 20 years ago, they’ve seen steady improvements over the years and the latest versions are designed to deliver even better comfort, accuracy, and durability.
One for the all-rounders
If you need a no-fuss, dependable stripper for everyday work, the ComStrip is a great fit.
It handles solid, multi-stranded, and finely stranded conductors from 0.2 to 6 mm² and doesn’t need manual adjustments to get going.
It includes a handy built-in cable cutter for up to 2.5 mm² and has an adjustable length stop from 6 to 18 mm to help keep every strip neat and consistent.
The tool’s slimline head is ideal for confined spaces while its two-component handle with soft grip keeps you comfortable on longer tasks.
The lightweight body is made from tough, glass fibre reinforced plastic, giving it the kind of resilience you need on site. And when the blades do eventually wear out, they can be replaced quickly and affordably.
Stepping it up
For those who regularly tackle a wide range of insulation types and conductor sizes, the EvoStrip brings extra firepower.
With automatic size adaptation and a stripping range from 0.03 to 10 mm², it’s perfect for installers working across domestic, commercial, and solar jobs.
The cutting depth can be fine-tuned using the adjustment wheel and it handles even difficult insulation materials reliably.
A top-mounted cable cutter improves visibility for precise work and its comfortable two-component handle is built to reduce strain on your hands – especially useful on repetitive prep jobs.
For solar or industrial applications, the tether point is another bonus, offering added security when working at height.
A generous stripping length range of 5 to 22 mm (up to 25 mm without the stop) gives installers plenty of flexibility too.
Both tools are clearly built with long-term use in mind. They’re quiet, smooth in operation, and designed to stand up to regular, demanding use.
Spare blades and accessories are available, and both strippers are lightweight and ergonomic enough for everyday work.
Whether you’re wiring a consumer unit or connecting PV panels, these updated KNIPEX strippers offer practical solutions with the kind of comfort and consistency that makes a real difference over the course of the day.
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