Greenlee 1917-SS Stainless Wire Stripper & Cutter — 16-26 AWG, 6-Inch

Overview

The Greenlee 1917-SS is a professional-grade wire stripping and cutting tool crafted from premium stainless steel. Built to resist rust and wear, it delivers dependable performance across a range of wiring tasks. Its precision-ground features help ensure clean insulation removal, while the plier nose and looping holes add versatility for shaping and forming wires.

Key Benefits

• Premium stainless steel designed for longer life, with durability that can withstand repeated use.
• Precision-ground stripping holes for easy, consistent jacket removal and better insulation control.
• Strips 16-26 AWG solid and 18-28 AWG stranded conductors, accommodating common project needs.
• Multi-function design includes plier nose, stripper, cutter, looping holes, and a spring-back mechanism with a low-profile lock.
• High-grade knives resist chipping and marring, helping maintain cutting performance over time.

Design and Comfort

Ergonomics matter in busy workdays. The Greenlee 1917-SS features non-obstructive locking, double-molded comfort grips, and a vinyl cushion that resists slipping. The long-life spring supports rapid, repetitive stripping and cutting without fatigue, while the serrated nose assists in bending and shaping tasks.

Real-Life Uses

Whether you’re wiring, repairing, or assembling, this tool adapts to multiple scenarios with ease. The bolt shears enable clean threading and cutting of common bolts, making it a versatile addition to electrical and shop setups.

• Electrical installations: strip insulation smoothly on a range of wire types, then bend or loop for neat terminations.
• Maintenance and repair: form wires, trim ends, and prepare conductors quickly without switching tools.

Why Choose Greenlee

Designed for professionals who value precision and durability, the 1917-SS combines robust materials with thoughtful ergonomics. It offers potential benefits such as longer tool life, cleaner insulation removal, and multi-function capability—without promising specific outcomes. Use it as a trusted partner for ongoing wire work.