Wire Stripper · 10-24 AWG · V-Notch with Spring-Loaded Action · IDEAL Industries 45-101
What this product is for
This manual wire stripper is used for stripping insulation from 10 to 24 AWG copper or aluminium conductors, including solid and stranded wire. The V-notch jaw and rotating cam wheel are intended for fast gauge adjustment during device make-up, panel work, and general electrical service.
Use for
Use for branch-circuit conductors, control wiring, fixture leads, and other small-gauge electrical work where clean insulation removal matters. The built-in looping holes are useful when forming solid wire loops for screw-terminal terminations.
Avoid for
Avoid using this tool on cable jackets, large conductors outside the 10 to 24 AWG range, or live circuits. It is not an insulated safety tool.
Best for
Best for electricians and maintenance technicians who want a simple hand stripper for mixed solid and stranded conductors without moving to an automatic stripping tool. It suits service bags, rough-in touch-up, and termination work where quick manual control is preferred.
Installed in
Commonly used on residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical jobsites, service vehicles, maintenance departments, and panel shops.
Why this product exists
This tool gives tradespeople a compact way to strip multiple conductor sizes with one hand tool. The spring-loaded action helps the tool reopen between cuts, and the cam adjustment supports repeated stripping across different wire gauges.
Compared with similar products
Compared with fixed-hole strippers, this V-notch style offers adjustable stripping across a broad 10 to 24 AWG range. Compared with automatic strippers, it gives more manual control and a simpler mechanism, which many electricians prefer for termination work and mixed conductor types.
Typical guidance: 15A circuits commonly use #14 AWG and 20A circuits commonly use #12 AWG, so this tool covers many everyday branch-circuit conductor sizes. Actual suitability depends on conductor type, insulation, and job conditions.
Specifications
- Manufacturer part number: 45-101
- Product type: V-notch wire stripper
- Wire range: 10-24 AWG
- Conductor types: Copper or aluminium, solid or stranded
- Adjustment: Rotating cam wheel
- Additional feature: Looping holes for solid wire termination
- Operation: Spring-loaded
- Insulated tool: No
- Colour: Black and yellow
- Warranty: Limited 90 day
Minimum Order $20
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Minimum Order Is $20
Freight Surcharge Apply To Oversized/Over-Weight Items(Not Limited To):
- PVC and EMT Pipe
- Wire and Cable
- Items over 48 inches in length
Surcharges are applied to items on an individual basis regardless if the rest of the order meets prepaid levels. If a freight line appears at the time of check out it only applies to the Items carrying a surcharge and not the entire basket of goods.
Shipping Options:
- A courier can deliver to your home, office, or your job site
- Pick up at local depot near you (applies to the following locations)
Edmonton Warehouse 8135 Roper Rd Edmonton, T6E 6S4, AB
Burnaby Warehouse 5608 Goring St Burnaby, V5B 3A3, BC
Orders are typically delivered within two to eleven business days. The transit time begins the first full shipping day after your order leaves our warehouse. Please allow an additional 2-5 days for delivery to remote locations, additional fees may apply.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO STANDARD SHIPPING OPTIONS
- We cannot deliver to P.O. boxes.
- A signature may be required for shipments over $500.
- No weekend delivery.
- Wire & cable, EMT or PVC conduit, tube lamps 4ft or greater, and 10ft ground rods & mast pipes have special conditions.
Standard Shipping cost on orders less than $499
Total shipping cost = "Per Shipment" cost + "Per Item" cost. The "per item" cost is listed in terms of price per pound.
Product Group | Per Shipment* | Per Item |
|---|---|---|
Boxes | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Conduit & Raceway | $149.99 | $2.49/lb |
Connectors & Fittings | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Data & Structured Home | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Distribution Equipment | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Emergency Lighting | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Heating & Ventilation | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Lighting Controls | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Lighting Indoor | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Lighting Outdoor | $6.99 | $1.49/lb |
Tools | $4.99 | $.99/lb |
Wire & Cable | $49.99 | $2.29/lb |
Wiring Devices | $5.99 | $1.19/lb |
Any combination of the above items | Highest applicable per-shipment charge | As above |
Effective Date: August, 15, 1998
At Evolt Electrical Supply, customer satisfaction is our top priority. Please review our return policy below:
Returns
Defective Items:
- If you receive a defective item, you may return it for a replacement or refund within 30 days of purchase.
- To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team with your order number and a description of the defect.
Non-Defective Items:
- We do not accept returns for non-defective items. All sales are final once the product is shipped or ordered from the manufacturer. In certain circumstances we may amend this so feel free to contact our customer service team.
Return Process
Authorization:
- Before returning any items, you must obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number from our customer service team. Returns without an RMA number will not be accepted.
- Backordered items can not be cancelled if the item is in transit from the manufacturer, contact us to review.
Shipping:
- Customers are responsible for the return shipping costs. We recommend using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance.
Condition:
- Returned items must be in their original packaging and condition. Any items returned damaged due to improper packaging or misuse will not be eligible for a refund or replacement.
Refunds
- Once we receive and inspect your returned item, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
- Approved refunds will be processed within [7] business days and a credit will automatically be applied to your original method of payment.
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