--- product_id: 1766756 title: "IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG" price: "€ 116.69" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/1766756-ideal-electrical-stripmaster-manual-wire-strippers-16-to-26-awg store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Precision-ground blades for clean cuts 1-step stripping boosts productivity Durable die-cast zinc frame IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG **Price:** € 116.69 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Strip Smarter, Not Harder — The Pro’s Choice for Flawless Wire Prep ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG - **How much does it cost?** € 116.69 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/1766756-ideal-electrical-stripmaster-manual-wire-strippers-16-to-26-awg) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Rugged die-cast zinc frame guarantees long-term durability, making it your go-to tool for years of reliable use. - • **Ergonomic Gripper Design:** Securely holds wires in place to prevent slippage and damage, reducing operator fatigue during repetitive tasks. - • **Precision-Crafted Blades:** Experience flawless, nick-free wire stripping thanks to precision-ground, knife-type blades that ensure perfect cuts every time. - • **Industry-Trusted Performance:** Join thousands of professionals who rely on the Stripmaster for flawless HVAC, electrical, and plant maintenance projects. - • **Effortless One-Step Stripping:** Streamline your workflow with a single squeeze that strips 16 to 26 AWG wires cleanly and quickly. ## Overview The IDEAL Electrical 45-097 Stripmaster Wire Stripper is a precision-engineered tool designed for efficient, one-step stripping of 16 to 26 AWG wires. Featuring precision-ground blades and a durable die-cast zinc frame, it delivers clean, nick-free wire stripping with minimal effort. Its ergonomic gripper ensures secure wire positioning, reducing fatigue and boosting productivity, making it a trusted staple for professional electricians and maintenance teams. ## Description IDEAL Stripmaster Wire Strippers are the industry standard in hand-held, precision wire stripping for electrical installation, electrical work, maintenance and repair at home. Used by electricians, professionals, DIYers, and DIY hobbyists with one-step, high-leverage squeeze-action and a unique precision blade design. They deliver fast, accurate results while reducing operator effort and providing clean strips. This small gauge wire stripper removes insulation from wire ends and, with just one squeeze, easily strips wire clean up to a full 7/8" (22 mm) for accuracy and to prepare wire for terminals/connectors on electrical wire. These electrical wire strippers incorporate a gripper that firmly holds the wire in a centerline position with the stripping hole, and jaws that are automatically held open to allow removal of the wire without damaging its end. Stripmaster Wire Strippers virtually eliminate nicking, cutting or fraying on non-precision wires for professional jobs, DIY projects and repairs. Review: Best Strippers I Have Ever Used - I don’t usually write reviews, but I felt like I had to because I am so impressed with these for the price. I was used to using the Milwaukee and Klein version of these strippers and they are complete garbage compared to the Ideal. The Klein and Milwaukee versions have extremely bad quality control and the blades do not create a perfectly round circle when they come together (lead to nicked and sometimes cut stands when stripping fine stranded wire). The ideal stripper creates a very close to perfectly round circle when the blades come together and give me a perfect strip every time (no nicked or cut strands). I think the multiple triangle shaped blade design also helps ensures the blades always line up correctly when they come together. I think the only strippers that might be better are the military spec versions of the same Ideal strippers. I have not personally used the mil spec version because they cost $250+ dollars depending on the specific model you get (even though I might end up getting a pair to try). I probably don’t need the mil spec version though because these regular Ideal’s do exactly what I need them to do. For reference, what I use these for is usually stripping 18 or 20 awg wires before crimping ferrules on them for use in HVAC control panels. Review: Great Pair of Wire Strippers - I'm in my late 60's and I remember my dad having a pair of these when I was a little kid. In other words this is an old design. It hasn't changed in a very long time because it works. This is my third or fourth pair, I've yet to wear one out but I've had several that "disappeared" over the years. They work well in applications where they fit. That is perhaps their only downside is they are a bit bulky and may not fit in some tighter areas. However, since they are an automatic you don't have to pull them to remove the insulation, so in many tight spots they are easier to use if they fit. I build custom automotive wiring harnesses, and machinery controls and mine get used a lot, sometimes I'll strip several hundred wires in a day and these strippers don't miss a beat. I routinely strip THHN, GXL, and TXL but I have used them with many other insulation types with no issues. I have over the years tried many "knock-offs" none work as well as the original Ideal stripper. They are a little pricey but not hatefully so and they work so well there is no excuse not to buy the original if you work wit wire a lot. ## Features - Industry standard electrician tools for hand-held, precision wire stripping - One-step stripping with this wire stripper tool maximizes your productivity - Wire strippers with precision-ground, knife-type blades provide clean, accurate stripping - Wire stripping tool with a sturdy die-cast zinc frame provides long-term durability - High-leverage spring-action mechanical design for reduced operator effort - Wire stripers are used for precision and non-precision stripping applications ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000RFSWF8 | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #100,626 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #210 in Wire Strippers | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (294) | | Date First Available | November 19, 2003 | | Included Components | STM STD 16-26GA | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 12 ounces | | Item model number | 45-097 | | Manufacturer | IDEAL INDUSTRIES | | National Stock Number | 5110-01-003-9357 | | Number Of Pieces | 1 | | Part Number | 45-097 | | Power Source | ac_dc | | Product Dimensions | 8.66 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches | | Usage | Fleet and plant maintenance. | ## Images ![IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71cYIV4mGHL.jpg) ![IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hwF97XgxL.jpg) ![IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XTE9aUnaL.jpg) ![IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WbdYcLwSL.jpg) ![IDEAL Electrical Stripmaster Manual Wire Strippers, #16 to #26 AWG - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613V2M0lTzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Strippers I Have Ever Used *by M***D on March 16, 2026* I don’t usually write reviews, but I felt like I had to because I am so impressed with these for the price. I was used to using the Milwaukee and Klein version of these strippers and they are complete garbage compared to the Ideal. The Klein and Milwaukee versions have extremely bad quality control and the blades do not create a perfectly round circle when they come together (lead to nicked and sometimes cut stands when stripping fine stranded wire). The ideal stripper creates a very close to perfectly round circle when the blades come together and give me a perfect strip every time (no nicked or cut strands). I think the multiple triangle shaped blade design also helps ensures the blades always line up correctly when they come together. I think the only strippers that might be better are the military spec versions of the same Ideal strippers. I have not personally used the mil spec version because they cost $250+ dollars depending on the specific model you get (even though I might end up getting a pair to try). I probably don’t need the mil spec version though because these regular Ideal’s do exactly what I need them to do. For reference, what I use these for is usually stripping 18 or 20 awg wires before crimping ferrules on them for use in HVAC control panels. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Pair of Wire Strippers *by N***T on July 1, 2023* I'm in my late 60's and I remember my dad having a pair of these when I was a little kid. In other words this is an old design. It hasn't changed in a very long time because it works. This is my third or fourth pair, I've yet to wear one out but I've had several that "disappeared" over the years. They work well in applications where they fit. That is perhaps their only downside is they are a bit bulky and may not fit in some tighter areas. However, since they are an automatic you don't have to pull them to remove the insulation, so in many tight spots they are easier to use if they fit. I build custom automotive wiring harnesses, and machinery controls and mine get used a lot, sometimes I'll strip several hundred wires in a day and these strippers don't miss a beat. I routinely strip THHN, GXL, and TXL but I have used them with many other insulation types with no issues. I have over the years tried many "knock-offs" none work as well as the original Ideal stripper. They are a little pricey but not hatefully so and they work so well there is no excuse not to buy the original if you work wit wire a lot. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product for small gauge wire *by K***D on March 3, 2026* Best stripper I have ever had for small wire. ## Frequently Bought Together - IDEAL Electrical 45-097 Stripmaster Wire Stripper, #16 to #26 AWG - Hakko CHP-170 - Micro Soft Wire Cutter - Menda Single-Ended Angled Stainless Steel Probe - 3.68 in Length - 35250 [PRICE is per EACH] --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/1766756-ideal-electrical-stripmaster-manual-wire-strippers-16-to-26-awg](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/1766756-ideal-electrical-stripmaster-manual-wire-strippers-16-to-26-awg) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-15*