Milwaukee Tool 48-22-3081 Wire Stripper 12-16 Awg

Product Description

The MILWAUKEE TOOL 48-22-3081 is a manual wire stripper designed for stripping AWG wire in the 12 to 16 AWG range. Built with a metal body and metal handle core, it delivers consistent strip performance on solid and stranded electrical conductors. The dipped handle provides grip during repeated use. At 7.77 inches in overall length and weighing 0.39 pounds, this tool is compact enough for belt pouches and tool bags. Electricians and low-voltage technicians use it for branch circuit rough-in, panel work, fixture connections, and low-voltage wiring tasks where precise insulation removal is required without nicking the conductor.

This wire stripper is suited for residential and light commercial electrical work. It handles the wire gauges most common in general wiring applications, including 12 AWG branch circuit conductors and 16 AWG fixture and control wiring. The tether-capable design makes it compatible with tool-tethering systems used on elevated or restricted work sites where dropped tools are a safety concern. It is sold as an individual unit and is intended for use by licensed electricians and experienced electrical technicians.

Key Features

• Strips AWG wire from 12 AWG to 16 AWG
• Metal body and metal handle core for durability
• Dipped handle for improved grip during use
• Manual adjustability for controlled strip depth
• Tether-capable design for elevated or confined work environments
• Compact at 7.77 inches overall length and 0.39 pounds

Compatibility

Designed for use with AWG solid and stranded electrical conductors in the 12 to 16 AWG range, consistent with standard residential and light commercial wiring applications.

Installation Notes

De-energize all circuits at the breaker before stripping conductors in any electrical panel or junction box. This tool is intended for use by qualified electricians in accordance with NEC requirements. Inspect the stripping notches periodically for wear to avoid nicking conductors, which can create failure points under load. Store the tool with the handles closed when not in use.