Precise stripping for fine wires from electronics, motors and small installations.
| Machine type | Fine-range mechanical cable stripper |
| Cable diameter | 1–38 mm |
| Principle | Precise mechanical incision + stripping |
| Depth adjustment | Fine, quick, without special tools |
| Accepted insulation | PVC, enamel, rubber, PE |
| Products | Intact copper conductor and stripped insulation |
| Operating mode | Continuous or intermittent |
| Components | CE-marked where applicable |
| Capacity | Configured according to project requirements |
| Accepted material | Notes |
| Motor and transformer wire Ø 0.5–5 mm | Enamel or lacquer insulation; fine adjustment |
| Electronics wire Ø 1–10 mm | Thin PVC insulation |
| Signal and data cables Ø 5–38 mm | Thin communications cables |
| Small installation wire Ø 10–38 mm | Small-section residential installations |
Fine copper wires from electronics, small motors and signal cables are difficult to strip manually without breaking the conductor. A 1–38 mm cable stripping machine does exactly that: precise incision at small diameters, with controlled depth that does not touch the thin conductor, at much higher speed than knife stripping. The range covers signal wires from 1 mm up to standard 38 mm installation cables.
A 1–38 mm cable stripping machine is compact, easy to operate by one person and adjusts quickly for each diameter. It is the choice for electronics workshops, equipment dismantling centers and collectors receiving fine copper wire volumes from motors, transformers and office equipment. See the full range of recycling equipment and where each fits in the flow.
• Fine range 1–38 mm, covers fine wires from electronics, motors and office equipment, impossible to strip efficiently by knife.
• Precise incision at small diameters, fine depth adjustment to cut the jacket without breaking or scratching the thin conductor.
• Intact conductor, copper wire stripped without damage achieves maximum price at collectors and refineries.
• Quick adjustment, incision depth adjusts in seconds for each diameter.
• Compact, small footprint, installation in any workshop or collection point.
• Single-operator, simple, safe and no accident risk compared to manual knife stripping.
• Recoverable insulation jacket, stripped PVC or enamel lacquer can be valorized or sent to a granulator.
• Suitable for various volumes, from a few kilograms to hundreds of kilograms of stripped wire per day.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine type | Fine-range mechanical cable stripper |
| Cable diameter | 1–38 mm |
| Principle | Precise mechanical incision + stripping |
| Depth adjustment | Fine, quick, without special tools |
| Accepted insulation | PVC, enamel, rubber, PE |
| Products | Intact copper conductor and stripped insulation |
| Operating mode | Continuous or intermittent |
| Components | CE-marked where applicable |
| Capacity | Configured according to project requirements |
A 1–38 mm cable stripping machine is used by electronics and repair workshops, WEEE dismantling centers and collectors receiving waste motors, transformers and office equipment. Fine wires from these sources contain high-quality copper, but manual stripping below 10 mm is extremely slow and frequently damages the conductor. A precise mechanical stripper solves exactly this problem.
Equipment used in processing electrical cables must meet the safety requirements of the European Union; a 1–38 mm cable stripping machine delivered in Europe is designed in accordance with the requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC on Machinery. For integration into a complete flow, see also complete industry solutions.
Copper wire from waste electric motors is one of the most valuable dismantling resources: high copper content, clean wire, diameter between 0.5 and 3 mm. A 1–38 mm cable stripping machine efficiently strips this range, quickly turning dismantled motors into clean copper wire, saleable at maximum price compared to mixed or contaminated copper.
Waste transformers, cables from office equipment and wires from small household appliances are other frequent sources of fine copper wire. A 1–38 mm cable stripping machine processes all these types with the same simple adjustment, without special adapters or complicated setup changes, easing the workflow at a dismantling center with mixed sources.
For wires under 5 mm in diameter, the alternative to mechanical stripping is direct granulation, which recovers copper as granules mixed with enamel lacquer or melted PVC. A 1–38 mm cable stripping machine produces instead intact stripped wire, which sells at a higher price than copper granules from a granulator, because it is a purer and more homogeneous product. The choice depends on available wire volume and mix.
Operator safety is more critical with fine wires, where the knife slips easily and accident risk is higher. A 1–38 mm cable stripping machine completely eliminates direct contact with the incision blade, meeting occupational safety requirements and protecting operators working with large volumes of fine wire throughout a full shift.
| Accepted material | Notes |
|---|---|
| Motor and transformer wire Ø 0.5–5 mm | Enamel or lacquer insulation; fine adjustment |
| Electronics wire Ø 1–10 mm | Thin PVC insulation |
| Signal and data cables Ø 5–38 mm | Thin communications cables |
| Small installation wire Ø 10–38 mm | Small-section residential installations |
1. The wire or cable is inserted into the machine's feed guide.
2. The incision depth is finely adjusted according to diameter and insulation thickness.
3. The incision blade cuts the insulation circularly along the set length, without touching the conductor.
4. The stripping mechanism pulls the jacket or insulation off the conductor.
5. The intact copper conductor and insulation are collected separately.
6. Adjustment is made quickly for the next diameter, without special tools.
Precision at small diameters is the defining characteristic: fine depth adjustment allows exact incision even at 1–2 mm wires, where any excess cuts the conductor. Maintenance is limited to periodic blade inspection and guide cleaning.
What diameters does the 1–38 mm machine strip?
The range covers wires and cables with outer diameter between 1 and 38 mm, from fine motor and electronics wire to standard residential installation cables.
How are very fine wires stripped without breaking the conductor?
Fine depth adjustment allows exact blade setting to insulation thickness without touching the conductor. At 1–3 mm wires, adjustment precision is essential, and this machine is designed precisely for that level of fineness.
Is it worth stripping fine wires or better to send them to a granulator?
It depends on volume and wire quality. High-quality enamel motor wire, stripped intact, sells better than granulator output. For small volumes of mixed wire, granulation may be more efficient.
Is the delivered equipment new?
Yes. We deliver new, unused equipment manufactured to order, not reconditioned units. Each machine undergoes a complete inspection before shipping. You receive technical documentation and operating manuals in your language.
What makes URSTAG a premium brand?
European design, top-tier components and experience. Every machine is designed by our engineering teams in Europe and built from components by industry leaders such as Siemens, Schneider Electric, ABB, WEG, SEW-Eurodrive, NORD Drivesystems and Bonfiglioli. The result is reliable, energy-efficient and durable equipment, backed by over 15 years of experience and by delivery, installation, training and service included.
How long does installation and commissioning take?
Transport, commissioning and operator training are included and carried out by a local team, in your language. Your unit becomes operational quickly, with no hidden installation costs.
Can it process winding wire from motors?
Yes. Winding wire from motors and transformers, with enamel lacquer or thin thermoplastic insulation, falls within the 0.5–5 mm range covered by this machine. Fine depth adjustment allows exact incision of this thin insulation type, recovering the intact copper conductor.
URSTAG is a premium brand of recycling equipment, with over 15 years of experience. You don't just get a machine, you get a solution engineered by specialists, built from top-tier components and backed by a team that supports you from design through commissioning.
• European engineering, every machine and every complete line is designed by our engineering teams in Europe, with a focus on reliability, safety and energy efficiency.
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