Has anyone used these for very small gauge wire? For example, I need to strip multiple conductor 30 gauge wire.
592050
I've used it to strip 24 gauge - nothing smaller. It does a very good job on the 24g wire. I tried the Harbor Freight product and it cuts, rather than strip, the 24g wire.
30924
Yes they should....I use them in a Model airplane application and they work just fine trimming small gauge servo wire. Of course these are small braided and you would use solid correct. They work great for me.....
1345586
Absolutely! I am cutting galvanized 3/16" fencing wire. The copper is much softer and 1/8" would be even easier. You will have no issues with these except they may be slower than the Stakon Cutter Crimpers which is my go-to for Electrical use.
1437084
I have only used it on 18 to 22 gauge wire. I found a piece of romex in my shop. It is not heated and about d degrees f right now. It did not work very well I did not think. I gave it a few tries. some attempts were better than others but did not have good consistent result. Hope this helps.
1141340
The product description says "Good for wires from 24 AWG to 250 kcm," I personaly have never worked with 500MCM wire to give you an honest answer. I have worked with some larger wire and have found that depending on my mood, and the wire jacket, its easier to strip with a razor blade knife of some sorts.
667585
I have used this tool to strip hundreds 12 awg wires successfully since I got it. It feels almost as easy to strip 12 awg as any other smaller size. Just place the wire at the right position and squeeze. One note: if you use solid conductor of a heavy guage (including 12) make sure that your wire is relatively straight, without big bumps or bends; otherwise the effective cross-section of the wire is increased at the jaws, making the job a lot harder or even impossible.
1610615
My husband installed ours and I know that he did cut them to the length he needed. However, I am not sure about the amps - I think they all pull from the same amps regardess of the size of strip.
933285
I have only used mine for 2 GA battery wire on my car and it did a great job so I don't see why it wouldn't do just as good a job for you. The die's that come with it are metric but it is easy to cross over. This is a great tool for the money and sure saves the hands from all the hard squeezing. Hope this helps. John
1038414
It looks like no more than 18 gauge to me. The insulation on the wire is extra thick to make it seem like you are getting a 30 A capable wire. The thick insulation and thin actual wire make it easy to damage the wire when you strip it back. It'll handle 30A surges, but I wouldn't use it for 30A continuous.
950908
don't try to splice them...if that is your intent to try and figure out the wire gauge size. splicing is hit or miss...usually miss, especially if you are an average do it yourself without proper tools. just figure out the length you need, and order the size you need. even for custom applications, it is easier to order the length than trying to make one. these cables are cheap enough now not to try and bother with the aggravation. amazon makes these in 3ft, 6ft, 9ft, 15ft, and 25ft lengths and they are very inexpensive.
1434163
By "older vs. newer" do you mean the larger vs. smaller sizes? To my knowledge the same strips are used for both, so yes, these strips will work for either. If you have a smaller unit they only need 1/2 as much stripping, so you'd be getting 'twice' as many strips when you cut them in half. :-)
990270
I've used them with 16 and 18 gauge wire. They work well with both, but I ended up using 16 gauge for my setup.
667568
Strips 12 wire no problem, I have also used it for 10 with no problem. This is a awesome tool!!
658420
Glad to help. This kit is great. Comes in very handy when needed. However, I believe #8 gauge is the largest wire it can be used on.
1684080
I basically use 24 and 26 gauge wire. The tools should be fine with larger gauge, but I would suggest getting a more heavy duty cutter for larger gauge.
924915
12 gauge is only good for 20A 10 gauge is only rated for 30A. So you need much bigger wire
142565
I believe they are asking the user to use these on sheet metal and flat banding. Do not use these as wire cutters. If you're cutting flat, not round material all should be well.