KNIPEX EvoStrip 12 40 200 Self Adjusting Insulation Stripper 0.03 to 10mm²

Some stripping tools do the job well enough. Others are designed to remove wasted effort from the job altogether. The KNIPEX EvoStrip 12 40 200 Self Adjusting Insulation Stripper 0.03 to 10mm² belongs in the second group. Built for professionals who work with a wide variety of conductors, this self-adjusting insulation stripper is designed to deliver clean, consistent results across a broad capacity range from 0.03 to 10.0 mm² / AWG 32–8. Instead of stopping to reconfigure the tool for every cable size, the EvoStrip automatically adapts to the conductor cross-section, helping you strip insulation efficiently while protecting the conductor beneath.

That automatic adaptation is what makes the EvoStrip especially valuable on busy electrical and installation work. From fine conductors to larger cable sizes, the tool is made to handle solid, multi-stranded, and finely stranded conductors with plastic or rubber insulation, and it can also work with ribbon cables up to 10 mm wide. The stripping range of 3 to 22 mm, extendable up to 25 mm without the length stop, gives the user flexibility across a wide variety of tasks, whether preparing control wiring, panel connections, or cable runs on site. For more demanding insulation jobs, the fine-increment setting wheel allows cutting depth adjustment, which helps the tool cope with challenging insulation materials and even difficult temperature conditions.

KNIPEX has also clearly designed the EvoStrip around user comfort and safe handling. The two-component handle and comfortable grip width help the tool sit naturally in the hand, while the handle design is intended to reduce the risk of hand injuries during repetitive work. A raised non-slip handle collar in front of the cutter provides added grip and control, which becomes especially important when speed and accuracy have to work together. The mechanism is described by KNIPEX as smooth-running and low-noise, supporting comfortable long-term use over thousands of stripping cycles.

Beyond stripping, the EvoStrip adds even more value with its top-mounted cable cutter for copper and aluminium conductors. The cutter position is easy to read thanks to an embossed, visible, and tangible arrow that marks the exact cutting point, improving visibility during use. KNIPEX states that the cutter is optimised for finely stranded conductors up to 10 mm² and solid conductors up to 6 mm², giving the tool a practical dual role in everyday cable preparation. The integrated tether attachment point also makes it suitable for safer work at height, as it is ANSI-compliant and compatible with the KNIPEX Tethered Tools system.

Durability is another major strength. KNIPEX uses wear-resistant stripping blades and glass fibre reinforced plastic to support long service life, and the blades can be replaced quickly and cost-effectively when worn. KNIPEX also lists spare blades, springs, and a spare length stop for this exact model, which is a strong advantage for professional users who want to keep a trusted tool working rather than replacing it prematurely. At 200 x 95 x 21 mm and 202 g, the EvoStrip is substantial enough to feel dependable in the hand while remaining practical for everyday carry in a serious electrical toolkit.

Key Features

• Self-adjusting insulation stripper for fast, consistent wire preparation
• Stripping capacity: 0.03 to 10.0 mm² / AWG 32–8
• Automatic adaptation to different conductor cross-sections helps prevent conductor damage
• For solid, multi-stranded and finely stranded conductors with plastic or rubber insulation
• Suitable for ribbon cables up to 10 mm wide
• Stripping length range: 3 to 22 mm, up to 25 mm without length stop
• Fine-adjustment wheel for cutting depth in demanding insulation conditions
• Top-mounted cable cutter for copper and aluminium conductors
• Cuts finely stranded conductors up to 10 mm² and solid conductors up to 6 mm²
• Two-component ergonomic handle with comfortable grip width
• Raised non-slip handle collar for improved grip near the cutter
• Integrated tether attachment point, ANSI-compliant and compatible with KNIPEX Tethered Tools
• Wear-resistant replaceable blades for long-term use and cost-effective maintenance
• Dimensions: 200 x 95 x 21 mm