CK wire strippers... are they worth it?

[telectrix]

bad on rubbery sheath. does tent to twist. with rubber sheath i tend to use electricians knife (gently).

 

[LukeD]

I'm always on the look out for a tool that makes the working life easier.

At present, I strip the cable the way I expect most of you do. Side cutters first to snip the end of the cable (exposing the cpc) then pull back the cpc to the required length, then cut off grey outer sheathing, leaving the 3 conductors with just the basic insulation on.

I have no experience with the CK automatic wire strippers, are they worth it? In particular are they quicker than the standard method, also are they easier on the wrists? Or, are they too big and cumbersome and more of a gimmick?

Also, any other automatic wire strippers that are just as good or better?

Oh yes... one last thing.... Can you use them on round flex cable to remove the outer insulation?

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[HappyHippyDad]

I've just bought a pair of the CK wire strippers.
I am happy I got them.
There is far less wear and tear on the hands, compared to doing it all with side cutters.
It is a little quicker than side cutters.
I don't really like using it for stripping cables in back boxes, too fiddly.
Overall, I am definitely happy I got it.
Thanks for all the posts! ?

 

[Mike Johnson]

I don't know if it's these you have, but I find them ideal inside back box's, the T&E fits through the handle and gets right inside to strip the outer sheathing, they also strip all the cores : CK T1260 Automatic TW/E Cable & Wire Stripper | CK (T1260) -

 

[LukeD]

I don't know if it's these you have, but I find them ideal inside back box's, the T&E fits through the handle and gets right inside to strip the outer sheathing, they also strip all the cores : CK T1260 Automatic TW/E Cable & Wire Stripper | CK (T1260) -

100% agree but bloody expensive ! I Have the red CK strippers and they do just about all my work. I dont lose any sleep about the small % that i flaff about with etc. I want to buy the new type when i can locate them cheap !

 

[DPG]

100% agree but bloody expensive ! I Have the red CK strippers and they do just about all my work. I dont lose any sleep about the small % that i flaff about with etc. I want to buy the new type when i can locate them cheap !

Flaff - great word. It's not a euphemism is it?

 

[Lister1987]

Flaff - great word. It's not a euphemism is it?

You're probably thinking 'fluff' as in 'fluffers' - ladies on pornsets designated to get (and in some cases keep) the males 'ready to perform'.

So Wikipedia tells me... .

 

[DPG]

You're probably thinking 'fluff' as in 'fluffers' - ladies on pornsets designated to get (and in some cases keep) the males 'ready to perform'.

So Wikipedia tells me... .

Could be an alternative name for that yes!

 

[ipf]

Would like to find a reliable and simple way to strip H07RN-F as still using Stanley knife for sheath but requires quite a bit of care to avoid nicking the primary insulation.

I know it's 6 months since but that really does have the sound of 'an apprentice at work' about it.?

 

[SparkySy]

I have one of the CK strippers and its great for T&E. Sort of works for some round cables as well.

Would like to find a reliable and simple way to strip H07RN-F as still using Stanley knife for sheath but requires quite a bit of care to avoid nicking the primary insulation.

I have been using the Knipex ergostrip for H07RN-F seems great so far for up to 1.5 3core it will ring it and there is a small enclosed blade on the side that will strip it length ways. Quite a handy tool actually, I was surprised how versatile it is and have used it for all sorts, even works well on the inner sheath of SWA up to about 2.5 3core.
Sy

 

[Mike Johnson]

The word is actually "Faff"

faff
We should stop faffing around and get on with it.
From the
Hansard archive
They then faffed around for some 18 months and failed to request a delay in implementing the directive.
From the
Hansard archive
I responded with a wee bit of politicians' faff—a bit of flannel.
From the
Hansard archive
I would like to conclude by saying to all those who are likely to be the important players in the end game: do not faff about.