Top 10 Best Wire Strippers for Copper Scraps
for December 2023

The Creworks wire stripper is solidly built, fast, and easy to use, making it our top pick for heavy-duty copper cable stripping. It's the only wire stripper we tested that has its own built-in power supply, so it requires less equipment to operate than any of the models we tested that required a separate power strip. The Creworks is heavier and bulkier than our pick from the Wire Strippers section, but it's more solidly built, and it's the only stripper we tested that comes with a carrying case, so it's more convenient to use on the go. It has one of the fastest stripping speeds we tested, with a top speed of 50 feet per minute, and it's also one of the quietest strippers we tested. The Creworks' max cutting length is only 1/4 inch, so it strips smaller-diameter cables, but that's still enough for most jobs.

StripMeister's original wire stripper is hands down the best value of any wire stripper we tested. It works just like you would expect: you feed the stripped wire through the slot, run the wire under a powerful drill, and peel away the wire insulation. This wire stripper works equally as well on stripped wire from 18- and 22-gauge wire to 250- and 600- MCM wire. StripMeister's wire stripper is rugged and built to last. The comfortable grip makes it easy to use, and the blade is heat treated, so it will last for years. While it's a bit more expensive than most other wire strippers, it's well worth the money, and it's the only wire stripper we tested that also has the added benefit of a Romex slot.

No electric drill = No fun. This manual wire stripper is light, compact, and easy to use, and it's powered by hand cranking. It strips 0.06-0.98-inch wires at a rate of 50 feet per minute, which is considerably faster than most electric strippers. Its simple design makes it very easy to use, and it's surprisingly durable. There are no moving parts, and all the parts are made of solid aluminum. The stripping head is also easy to remove for cleaning. The twist mechanism on the wire stripper is easy to operate, and it's made of sturdy plastic. This is an affordable, solid wire stripper that performs well.

This cable stripper is sturdy and well-built, and it tackles cutting jobs quickly and cleanly. The blades are sharp and strip cables easily. You can strip wires from 0.06 to 0.98 inches (1.5 to 25mm), and there's a handy guide that shows which blade to use for various wire sizes. The machine is lightweight, so it's easy to carry, and it comes with an extra blade. The fine-tooth blade is great for stripping thicker wires, and the coarse-tooth blades are great for stripping thinner wires. The machine is electric, so it can be used with drills, and the extra blade makes it even more convenient. This cable stripper is reasonably priced, and it's well-designed and well-built, so it should last a long time.

The Wire Stripper Machine is a reliable, easy to use, and fairly inexpensive wire stripper that I've used for recycling scrap wire. It strips 60 feet per minute, which is much faster than the 15 feet per minute that our former pick, the StrippIt 4.0, can manage. The Wire Stripper Machine also costs about a third less than our previous pick. It's light enough to move in one hand, and the stripped wire comes out cleanly. The hand crank is easy to operate, even for people with a weak grip. The stripping wheels can strip 1 inch (25 mm) wire in about 30 seconds, and they can also strip smaller wires. It comes with two stripping wheels, and it's small enough to fit in a drawer. The Wire Stripper Machine strips insulation from a variety of wire types. The feed holes are large enough to accommodate many kinds of wire, including thin, small, and thick wires. It also strips insulated wires with tight insulation. The Wire Stripper Machine's construction is solid, and it's durable enough to handle continuous use. It also works with electric drill. The Wire Stripper Machine's biggest drawback is its small size. It's small and lightweight, but it's too small to fit in a drawer. It can be stored on a tabletop, but it takes up a lot of space.

The LFaize Hand Crank Wire Stripper is the cheapest and most widely available stripper we tested. It's ideal for stripping wire for recycling, or for stripping wire for arts and crafts projects. The stripper is lightweight, easy to use, and fairly durable (it should last you for years, even if you accidentally use it to strip wire for crafts projects). The stripper is fairly simple, so it's ideal for people new to stripping wire. It's lightweight and compact, so it's easy to transport. The stripper only strips 18-24AWG wire, so it's unsuitable for stripping wire for AC or automotive applications. This is the only stripper we tested that requires a drill for attachment, so it's unsuitable for stripping wire for DIY electronics projects.

The Happybuy wire stripper is a sturdy tool, with a good grip, and its handle is long enough that you can hold it comfortably with one hand. The steel blade is easy to operate, and it cleanly strips wires of different diameters. The Happybuy wire stripper is a good choice for novice users. The manual wire stripper can remove the plastic and rubber insulation without damaging the inner conductor. The hand crank makes stripping wires quick and easy, and it's strong enough to survive repeated use without wearing down. The wire stripper can strip wires of 1.5 mm~20 mm(0.06"-0.79") in diameter, which is enough for most household wire. However, its 20 mm stripping width is too narrow for some jobs, and it won't work with very large wires.

The CopperMine manual wire stripper is an easy-to-use tool that's perfect for recycling old wires. The stripper has a guide bar that automatically aligns and straightens the stripped wire, so it's easy to work with, whether it's kinked, twisted, or tangled. The cutter makes it easy to remove the insulation from the wire, and the blade is sharp enough to cut through both copper and aluminum. The stripper is small enough to fit into a toolbox, and it has a hook to attach it to a belt loop or purse strap. The stripper has a metal grip, so it's comfortable to use, and it's lightweight enough to use all day. The CopperMine manual wire stripper costs less than $10, and it's easy to operate, so it won't take a lot of time or effort to use.

Anbull Wire Stripping Machine is specifically designed for recycling scrap copper wire. The wire stripping machine is a great tool for stripping waste wires and cables. The handy wire stripping machine is equipped with an aluminum alloy structure, which is lightweight and strong, and can withstand high-strength industrial grade continuous stripping. The strong frame is even able to withstand high-strength industrial grade continuous stripping. The lightweight and compact structure is also very suitable for household use. The wire stripping machine is equipped with a sharp cutter head and a feed panel. The feed panel is adjustable, and you can conveniently adjust the size for cutting waste wires. This wire stripping machine can peel off the waste copper wire faster, greatly improve your work efficiency. The wire stripping machine is also equipped with a drill, and you can choose at will according to your needs. The Anbull Wire Stripping Machine adopts a simple operation method, which is easy to operate, greatly alleviating the exhaustion of workers. In addition, the Anbull Wire Stripping Machine adopts a powerful motor, with high torque, high initial torque, and the stripping speed is fast. The stripping machine is equipped with adjustable knife, feed panel and nut, which can be well adapted to cables of various shapes. The wire stripping machine is a good choice for household use. It can also be used in wiring harness processing, waste copper wire recycling dismantling and other industries.

HappySummer Home Automatic Wire Stripper is a durable, versatile, and easy-to-use wire stripper. It creates a clean, straight cut, and strips about 0.6 to 0.98 inches (15 to 25 mm) of insulation from stripped wires. It's fast, efficient, and simple to use, and it can handle most types of wire. The stripping speed is 50 feet per minute, and the blade is very sharp, so it's easy to use. The steel construction is durable and strong, and it will handle most types of wire, including 12- and 14-gauge solid-core wire. The stripping depth is adjustable, so you can adjust the stripping depth to fit your needs. The stripping depth range is 0.06 to 0.98 inches (1.5 to 25 mm), and the maximum stripping depth is 1.5 inches (38 mm). The stripping machine also comes with an 11-piece accessory kit, including a comb, a stripping guide, a cutter, a storage case, a sponge, a screwdriver, and a cleaning brush. The HappySummer automatic wire stripper machine is definitely a great choice for users who need to strip wires in large amounts.