What cable sizes can this wire stripper handle?

It strips single, multiple, and fine stranded conductors with plastic or rubber insulation up to 5 mm diameter or 10 mm² cross-section.

How do you adjust the stripping size?

You manually set the required diameter using the knurled screw and lock it in place with the lock nut.

Does this tool include a cutting or crimping function?

No, this model is designed strictly for wire stripping and does not include cutting edges or crimping dies.

What is the benefit of the internal opening spring?

The spring automatically pushes the handles open after each strip, improving speed and comfort during repetitive jobs.

Is the Knipex 11 01 160 insulated for live electrical work?

No, it features standard plastic-coated handles and is not VDE-insulated for working on live circuits.

KNIPEX 11 01 160 stripping pliers with opening spring, universal plastic-coated black atramentised 160 mm

Name: KNIPEX 11 01 160 stripping pliers with opening spring, universal plastic-coated black atramentised 160 mm
Brand: KNIPEX
SKU: 41190174
Price: 17.8 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 10 (1 reviews)

Supplier number: KNIPEX 11 01 160 | EAN 4003773033868

1 review(s)

17.80 tax incl.

€14.71 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Ordered before 20:00 - delivered tomorrow 03/10/2026
Shipping costs €11.99 VAT included | Free shipping for orders over a total amount of 125 euros
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Precise stripping with Knipex

Practical benefits

Easy and precise adjustment: The knurled screw and lock nut let you set the required diameter up to 5 mm without damaging conductor wires.
Fatigue-free repetitive work: The integrated opening spring and smooth plastic-coated handles provide comfortable handling during repeated wiring tasks.
Durable forged tool steel: Oil-hardened special tool steel with a black atramentized finish ensures long-term wear resistance and reliable protection.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Knipex 11 01 160 wire stripper, you strip single, multi, and fine-stranded conductors up to 5 mm in diameter or 10 mm² in cross-section with complete accuracy. Using the knurled screw and lock nut, you manually set the exact diameter to cleanly remove plastic or rubber insulation without damaging inner copper strands. The built-in opening spring and plastic-coated handles provide smooth handling and reduce hand fatigue during repetitive wiring in distribution boards or domestic installations. Forged from oil-hardened special tool steel with a black atramentized finish, this 160 mm tool delivers long-lasting reliability for every electrical installation task.

Product information FAQ Reviews

€17.80

In stock - tax incl.

Key features according to our expert

Max. cable diameter: 5 mm
With automatic stripping function: No
With cutting function: No
With crimping function: No
Adjustment type: Manuel
Length: 160 mm
For max. cable cross-section: 10 mm²

Product description

For single-, multi- and fine-wire cables with plastic or rubber insulation max Ø 5.0 mm or 10 mm² conductor cross-sections
Simple adjustment of the required wire diameter thanks to a knurled screw and lock nut

Documents

⤓ Product sheet PDF

All Features

Max. cable diameter: 5 mm
With automatic stripping function: No
With cutting function: No
With crimping function: No
Adjustment type: Manuel
Length: 160 mm
For max. cable cross-section: 10 mm²
Cup: polished
Handle: plastic-coated
Stripping capacities square millimetres: 010 mm²
Reach compliance: does not contain SVHC
Rohs compliance: irrelevant
Stripping capacities (diameter): Ø 5.0 mm
Weight: 131 g
Awg: 8
Dimensions: 160 x 74 x 12 mm
Tang: black atramentized

Brand KNIPEX
41190174
EAN 4003773033868
Supplier number KNIPEX 11 01 160

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What cable sizes can this wire stripper handle?: It strips single, multiple, and fine stranded conductors with plastic or rubber insulation up to 5 mm diameter or 10 mm² cross-section.
How do you adjust the stripping size?: You manually set the required diameter using the knurled screw and lock it in place with the lock nut.
Does this tool include a cutting or crimping function?: No, this model is designed strictly for wire stripping and does not include cutting edges or crimping dies.
What is the benefit of the internal opening spring?: The spring automatically pushes the handles open after each strip, improving speed and comfort during repetitive jobs.
Is the Knipex 11 01 160 insulated for live electrical work?: No, it features standard plastic-coated handles and is not VDE-insulated for working on live circuits.

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Reviews about KNIPEX 11 01 160 stripping pliers with opening spring, universal plastic-coated black atramentised 160 mm

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10/10

Knipex tang, dus geen problemen

14/10/2018