Utilize a wire stripper when tackling electrical projects like swapping light fixtures and wiring outlets.
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Learning to use a wire stripper is critical for any electrical wiring project.
This is a necessary step in wiring electrical systems, as the insulative material prevents proper conduction.
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What Is a Wire Stripper?
Safety Considerations
The use of wire strippers naturally involves working around electrical wires.
It will likely be identified by an inscribed number on the metal.
However, some wire strippers also feature colors alongside the notches that correspond with the sheathing colors.
In this case, discard the damaged portion and start over.
For certain applications, this length is crucial, so use your electrical unit’s guide if applicable.
Clamp down on the wire until the tool no longer clamps together.
Push the clamped tool away from your body toward the end of the wire.
The separated sheathing will fall away and reveal the bare conductive material.
Twist the tool to ensure it fully cuts the insulation, and then loop back and try.
If it still doesn’t work, you may be using the wrong notch.
