KNIPEX 16 30 145 SB Stripping Tool for Spiral Cutting 19 to 40mm Cable Sheaths
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Some stripping tools are made for smaller routine jobs. Others are designed for the heavier cable preparation tasks where control matters even more. The KNIPEX 16 30 145 SB Stripping Tool for Spiral Cutting 19 to 40mm Cable Sheaths belongs firmly in that second category. Built for stripping round cable sheaths from Ø 19.0 to 40.0 mm, it is designed to handle larger sheath diameters made from PVC, rubber, silicone, or PTFE with the kind of accuracy professionals need when working on demanding installations.
What makes this tool especially useful is its ability to adapt to different stripping methods without changing tools. KNIPEX specifies that you can move from circular cutting to longitudinal cutting simply by turning the tool body, while the spiral cutting function is ideal for removing intermediate pieces of sheath. In practice, that gives the user more freedom when preparing cables for termination, access, or maintenance, especially when the cut needs to be made mid-run rather than only at the cable end.
Control is built into the design from the start. The self-tightening holding lever helps keep the tool secure during use, while the knurled nut for cutting depth adjustment allows the blade to be set more precisely for different sheath thicknesses and materials. That extra control helps reduce the risk of damaging inner conductors and makes the tool feel more dependable in skilled hands. Instead of relying on guesswork, the user gets a stripping tool that can be tuned to the cable and the job in front of them.
KNIPEX also keeps the tool practical for everyday site use. The body is made from shock-resistant plastic, which helps keep the weight down while still giving the tool the robustness expected in trade environments. The blade is replaceable, and KNIPEX lists the dedicated spare blade as 16 39 135, shared with the smaller 135 mm version. At 150 x 85 x 30 mm and 140 g, this model stays compact enough for the tool bag while offering the size and stability needed for larger cable sheath work.
For electricians, installers, and maintenance professionals working with larger round cables, the KNIPEX 16 30 145 SB is a smart specialist tool. It saves time, improves control, and gives you one reliable solution for circular, longitudinal, and spiral sheath cutting when ordinary stripping tools are not enough.
Key Features
- For stripping round cable sheaths made of PVC, rubber, silicone, or PTFE
- Stripping capacity: Ø 19.0 to 40.0 mm
- Self-tightening holding lever
- Knurled nut for cutting depth adjustment
- Change from circular to longitudinal cutting by turning the tool body
- Spiral cutting for removing intermediate pieces
- Replaceable blade
- Shock-resistant plastic body
- Length: 150 mm
- Dimensions: 150 x 85 x 30 mm
- Spare blade: 16 39 135
- Spare blade EAN: 4003773027317
