What wire sizes can you strip with this tool?

You can strip solid and stranded wire from 10 to 20 AWG using precisely ground profiles with locating ridges.

Can this multi-function tool cut threaded screws?

Yes, it shears UNC 6-32 and 8-32 screws cleanly without damaging the threads.

Does the Knipex 13 72 8 include cutting and crimping features?

Yes, it features shear cutting blades for Cu/Al cables up to Ø 15 mm and fixed crimping positions.

Is this tool insulated for live electrical work?

No, this model with multi-component comfort grips is not 1000V VDE insulated.

Is the locking latch accessible for left-handed users?

Yes, the integrated lock is designed for smooth operation with either the left or right hand.

KNIPEX 13 72 8 WireStripper multi-function pliers electrician American with multi-component handles black atramentised 200mm

Name: KNIPEX 13 72 8 WireStripper multi-function pliers electrician American with multi-component handles black atramentised 200mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 03215647
Price: 69.8 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: KNIPEX 13 72 8 | EAN 4003773086680

Recommended Retail Price €109.81

69.80 tax incl.

€57.68 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

On order: delivered from 30/10/2026

Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 30/10/2026
Shipping costs €11.99 VAT included | Free shipping for orders over a total amount of 125 euros
Delivery by DHL
Delivered from Belgium

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Faster stripping and cutting with Knipex

Practical benefits

Accurate and swift stripping: Built-in locating ridges help you instantly align and strip solid or stranded conductors with repeatable precision.
High leverage cable cutting: The specialized cutting geometry ensures you cut copper and aluminum cables up to 15 mm with less hand effort.
Multifunctional and stable gripping: Hybrid jaw tips allow you to grip, bend, and twist wires securely while maintaining access to confined spaces.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 13 72 8 WireStripper, you handle stripping, cutting, gripping, and screw shearing with a single 200 mm multi-function tool. Built-in locating ridges guide solid and stranded conductors from 10 to 20 awg directly into the precision-ground stripping notches, preventing damage to the wire core. The powerful shear cutting edges slice cleanly through copper and aluminum cables up to 15 mm diameter and trim unc 6-32 and 8-32 threaded screws without thread damage. Wide hybrid jaws provide excellent grip for twisting and bending wires in tight junction boxes, while the multi-component comfort grips and ambidextrous lock ensure smooth handling for every user.

Product information FAQ

€69.80

tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

With automatic stripping function: No
With crimping function: Yes
Adjustment type: Fixed settings
With cutting function: Yes

Product description

Faster stripping: targeted positioning of the guide by positioning pieces
Innovative cutting angle, particularly powerful cutting edges: 50% higher cutting capacity and 25% less effort compared to common wire strippers
Fast, burr-free stripping of threaded rods and screws in sizes UNC 6-32 and 8-32 up to strength class 4.6
Precisely ground: stripping profiles for conductors of 18-10 AWG(solid), 20-12 AWG (fine wire)
Easy cutting of multicore copper and aluminium cables up to Ø 15 mm (1/2")
Multifunctional gripping surfaces for reliable gripping, holding and bending of flat and round material and for braiding wires
High stability and good accessibility thanks to hybrid tips on the head of the pliers, which are flat and wide
Comfortable: pleasant opening width, handles with an ergonomic shape, integrated opening spring that facilitates frequent cutting
Ideal for right- and left-handers: locking mechanism that can be operated from both sides
With striking outside for deburring plastic pipes
With comfort handles: from three ergonomic components for optimal use, plus two KNIPEXtend connections for extensions

All Features

With automatic stripping function: No
With crimping function: Yes
Adjustment type: Fixed settings
With cutting function: Yes
Weight: 285 g
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Cup: polished
Awg: 1 / 0
Tang: black atramentized

Brand KNIPEX
03215647
EAN 4003773086680
Supplier number KNIPEX 13 72 8

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What wire sizes can you strip with this tool?: You can strip solid and stranded wire from 10 to 20 AWG using precisely ground profiles with locating ridges.
Can this multi-function tool cut threaded screws?: Yes, it shears UNC 6-32 and 8-32 screws cleanly without damaging the threads.
Does the Knipex 13 72 8 include cutting and crimping features?: Yes, it features shear cutting blades for Cu/Al cables up to Ø 15 mm and fixed crimping positions.
Is this tool insulated for live electrical work?: No, this model with multi-component comfort grips is not 1000V VDE insulated.
Is the locking latch accessible for left-handed users?: Yes, the integrated lock is designed for smooth operation with either the left or right hand.