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Ideal 45-120 wire stripper, black oxide steel, plier nose, spring-loaded, 10-18 AWG

Ideal

Ideal 45-120 Wire Stripper 10-18 AWG

SKU CH-STME-6SEYA

Strips 10 to 18 AWG solid wire with form-ground, hardened knife-type blades, built-in cutter, looping holes, plier nose, spring-loaded opening and corrosion-resistant black oxide finish

  • Main materialSteel
  • Accurate stripping with form-ground, hardened knife-type blades
  • Built-in cutter and looping holes speed up wire prep
  • Plier nose adds extra gripping strength for tight jobs
  • Laser-etched gauge markings (10 to 18 AWG) stay readable over time
  • Spring-loaded automatic opening reduces hand fatigue during repeated use

Ideal 45-120 Wire Stripper

The Ideal 45-120 is a hand tool designed for electricians and technicians who need to strip insulation from solid wire. It handles wire gauges from 10 to 18 AWG using form-ground, hardened knife-type blades. The tool includes a built-in wire cutter and plier nose for extra gripping strength. Spring-loaded automatic opening reduces hand fatigue during repetitive tasks.

Stripping Limits for Solid Wire

This stripper is calibrated only for solid conductors between 10 and 18 AWG. Stranded or flexible cables fall outside the specified wire type and may not strip cleanly. The laser-etched gauge markings help identify the correct slot quickly. No other wire sizes or insulation types are supported by the factory settings.

Simple Setup With Common Pitfalls

No assembly is required; the tool works straight from the package. Users must match the wire to the exact marked gauge slot to avoid damaging the conductor. Applying excessive force on oversized wire can dull the knife-type blades. The black oxide finish resists corrosion but does not prevent wear from misuse.

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Price $11.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 1,040 comparable items (median $13.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIDEAL(R)
Size & build
Main materialSteel

Questions about this item

What is the difference between the 10-18 AWG and 10-20 AWG versions?

The wire stripper handles solid wire from 10 AWG to 18 AWG; the supplier title also lists a 10-20 AWG range.

How do the laser-etched markings help when stripping 10 to 18 AWG solid wire?

The markings show the exact gauge slots so you match the blade to the wire size and avoid nicking the conductor.

What does the spring-loaded automatic opening do during repetitive stripping?

The spring returns the handles after each cut, reducing hand fatigue when processing multiple 10-18 AWG solid wires.

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