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Wire Stripping Techniques

This entry was posted on October 13, 2023 by Vita Chernikhovska

Wire stripping refers to the process of removing the insulation or outer sheathing from electrical wires, exposing the metal conductor inside. This is done to prepare the wire for the connection to the junction box or an electrical socket.

For a step-by-step guide on how to strip a wire, refer to this guide. NNC sells different types of wire strippers.

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