Wiha 160mm Professional Stripping Pliers - Z55005

Wiha 160 mm Professional Stripping Pliers are VDE-rated (IEC 60900; 1,000 V AC) for wire stripping and cutting on energised LV systems. Inductively hardened C70 tool steel stripping blades (64 HRC) cover 0–10 mm² cross-section (AWG 34–8). Stepless blade adjustment accommodates any conductor diameter within range. Blade material: C70 tool steel, 64 HRC.

Where this tool is used

• Electrical installation — stripping NMD-90, THHN, and multi-conductor cables for termination in residential and commercial switchboards.
• Panel-building and MCC wiring — stripping and cutting conductors in cramped terminal-strip environments where a dedicated stripper fits better than a knife.
• Industrial maintenance — stripping cable insulation for sensor, actuator, and motor lead termination.

Key specifications

Selecting the right option

Match plier length to the task — longer pliers give more leverage; shorter ones give more control in confined spaces. For live-panel work, VDE-insulated pliers are required (IEC 60900). High-leverage models suit wire and hard material cutting; standard models suit general gripping and bending.

Why Wiha?

Wiha has manufactured precision hand tools in Schonach, Germany since 1939. Every tool is produced in-house — steel selection, forging, heat treatment, tip grinding, and handle moulding — under one roof. That vertical integration is why Wiha can guarantee precise geometry, consistent hardness, and handle-to-blade balance that you can feel after a full shift. AIMS Industrial is your Australian source for the full Wiha range, with same-day despatch from Sydney and expert advice on tool selection for your application.