Automatic Wire Stripper
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I ATEST additions to the range of tools I-a marketed by Hellermann, Ltd., Crawley, Sussex, are a standard and deluxe version of an automatic electric wire stripper—the series H 35.
Basically, the tools are the same. Jaws pivot about a central point and are operated independently by handles also pivoted at the centre and connected, one to each jaw, through short linkages. One jaw contains a clamp to hold the wire being stripped, the other a pair of cutters with a number of semi-circular grooves in their edges so that when closed there are a series of holes to suit various sizes of wire.
Although primarily intended for use on production processes, the tools will be of use to all engaged on electrical work. The standard model is suitable for normal commercial use whilst the de-luxe version is intended for aircraft and other highquality precision work, as it has a number of differences which ensure that there is no possible chance of the wire being, nicked.
Both models weigh 14 oz. and are 7 in. long.
When tested the -standard model was found to be simple to use and to give a perfect stripped end up to i-in, long with both rubberand plastic-covered wire, without damaging the wire. A wide range of cable sizes can be dealt with.
Cost of the standard HeHermann H 35 wire stripper is £2 .5s. and the de luxe £.5 5s.