Weidmuller USA Unveils stripax® plus Tool: An All-in-One Solution to Cut, Strip & Crimp Single Wires
Monday, January 22, 2024
by: Caroline March-Long

Section: Press Releases




Richmond, VA
Weidmuller USA, a leading provider of smart industrial automation and connectivity products and
solutions headquartered in Richmond, Va., has unveiled the new stripax plus tool that can cut, strip and crimp single wires in the cross-section range from AWG 20 to 14 (0.5 to 25 mm2).

Designed to save space in the toolbox, the multifunctional stripax plus is an all-in-one solution. The wire-end ferrules are stored in a magazine in the tool’s handle and are automatically transported to the crimping die. Adjustments to different cross-sections are made automatically so that no manual adjustment is required.

Features of the stripax plus include:
  • A universal crimping die of AWG 20 to 14 (0.5 to 25 mm2)
  • A self-adjusting stripping unit
  • Adjustable stripping length via the end stop
  • Automatic ferrule transportation
  • Ferrule storage inside the handle
  • Special designed wire-end ferrules with 50 pcs in a line
  • Ability to cut cables up to AWG 14 (2.5 mm2)

“stripax plus makes cutting, stripping and crimping so quick and easy,” said Niklas Bode, Business Development Manager for Workplace Solutions in Weidmuller USA’s Cabinet Products Division. “We are excited to unveil this future-forward workplace solutions tool that increases efficiency and productivity in field operations. stripax plus ensures the most durable crimp connections, making installations more reliable and safe.”

Learn more about stripax plus from Weidmuller USA.

About Weidmüller Group

Founded in 1850 and operating in Richmond, VA, for almost 50 years, the Weidmüller Group has production sites, sales companies, and representatives in more than 80 countries. Together with its customers, the Germany-based, family-owned company is shaping digital transformation with products, solutions, and services for smart industrial connectivity and the Industrial Internet of Things. In fiscal year 2022, Weidmüller generated a turnover of more than one billion euros with about 6,000 employees around the world. Weidmuller USA has been awarded a Top Workplaces honor by Richmond Times-Dispatch for two years in a row (2022-2023). In May 2023, Weidmuller USA broke ground on a new engineering and manufacturing facility in Richmond that is designed to develop and deliver electrical connectivity and automation solutions closer to U.S. customers. Find out more at www.weidmuller.com