If you receive cables of various types and need a versatile stripper, an electric cable stripping machine with wide diameter range adjustment gives you the flexibility to work with THHN, construction cables, industrial cables and XLPE from a single machine. Precise mechanical incision cuts the insulation without touching the copper conductor, at much higher speeds than manual stripping.
A versatile electric cable stripping machine is the choice for collection centers receiving mixed cable that do not want to store multiple specialized strippers. Depth adjustment is quick, maintenance is minimal and operation is safe. See the full range of recycling equipment and where each fits in the flow.
Key Advantages for Wide-Range Cable Stripper
• Wide diameter range, works with thin signal cables, standard construction cables and thick industrial cables.
• Intact copper conductor, precise incision at jacket depth does not touch the conductor; stripped copper achieves maximum price.
• THHN, XLPE, PVC, rubber, works with various insulation types, from standard PVC to XLPE and industrial rubber.
• Quick diameter adjustment, incision depth adjusts in seconds, without special tools.
• Much faster than manual, meters stripped per minute versus minutes per meter by knife.
• Operator safety, zero hand contact with the incision blade; accident risk eliminated.
• Recoverable stripped jacket, stripped PVC or XLPE can be valorized separately.
• Compact and versatile, suitable for collection centers with mixed cable sources.
Technical Specifications, Electric Cable Stripping Machine
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine type | Versatile mechanical electric cable stripping machine |
| Cable types | THHN, construction cables, industrial cables, XLPE |
| Principle | Mechanical insulation incision + stripping |
| Depth adjustment | Quick, without special tools |
| Accepted insulation | PVC, XLPE, rubber, PE |
| Products | Intact copper conductor and stripped jacket |
| Operating mode | Continuous, industrial |
| Components | CE-marked where applicable |
| Capacity | Configured according to project requirements |
Applications and Industries for Stripping Various Cables
A versatile electric cable stripping machine is the choice for non-ferrous metal collection centers, companies receiving cables from mixed demolitions and operators working with various cable types in the same flow. When input material varies day to day, a stripper with quick adjustment for wide ranges is more practical than multiple specialized machines sitting unused in the warehouse.
Equipment used in processing electrical cables must meet the safety requirements of the European Union; an electric 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.
THHN cables and construction cables are among the most common at Romanian collection centers, collected from residential and industrial demolitions. An electric cable stripping machine designed for these types strips quickly and precisely, delivering intact clean copper for sale to smelters or as raw material for granulators, at a better price than unsaleable mixed cable.
XLPE cables (with cross-linked insulation) are harder to strip manually than PVC ones, because the insulation is more rigid and more adhered to the conductor than standard PVC. An electric cable stripping machine with sufficient mechanical force and precise adjustment strips XLPE quickly and without conductor damage, an advantage over manual stripping which is even slower and more demanding with XLPE.
Combining a versatile stripper with a granulator for wires not worth stripping individually is the typical strategy of an efficient collection center. An electric cable stripping machine strips thicker cables to obtain intact copper at maximum price, while fine wires and scraps go into the granulator for copper granules. The two machines complement each other and maximize total revenue per ton of collected cable.
The jacket stripped by an electric cable stripping machine is not just waste: PVC is a valorizable secondary raw material at plastic recyclers or in your own plastic granulation line. Stripped XLPE also has value as filler or alternative fuel. By valorizing both fractions from stripping, the operator increases total revenue per ton of cable without additional investment compared to simply collecting and handing over raw material.
Compatible Materials
An electric cable stripping machine processes cables with various insulation types. For cables with multiple jackets or armor, it is recommended to remove the outer jacket before stripping the conductor.
| Accepted material | Notes |
|---|---|
| THHN cables | Common residential and commercial installations |
| Construction cables | Cables from residential and industrial demolitions |
| Industrial cables (XLPE) | Harder insulation, adequate mechanical force |
| Communications cables | Data and signaling cables in PVC jacket |
How It Works
The process of an electric cable stripping machine is simple, fast and safe:
1. The cable is inserted into the feed guide, aligned for its type and diameter.
2. The incision depth is adjusted quickly according to the cable's insulation thickness.
3. The incision blade cuts the insulation circularly along the segment length, without touching the conductor.
4. The stripping mechanism pulls the cut jacket off the conductor.
5. The intact copper conductor and jacket are collected in separate containers.
6. Adjustment is made in seconds for the next type and diameter.
A stripper with versatile adjustment is easy to integrate into the flow of a collection center with mixed material: the operator quickly adjusts the settings for each cable batch and works continuously, without long stops between cable types. Maintenance is limited to blade inspection and guide cleaning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cable types can an electric cable stripping machine process?
It processes THHN cables, construction cables, industrial cables with XLPE insulation and cables with PVC, PE or rubber insulation. The wide diameter range and quick adjustment make it suitable for collection centers receiving mixed material without sorting by cable type.
Does the copper conductor remain intact?
Yes. The precise mechanical incision is set exactly to jacket depth, without touching the conductor. A well-adjusted machine produces stripped copper without scratches, regardless of insulation type, from thin PVC to harder XLPE.
Can it work with XLPE, which is harder to strip?
Yes. A machine with adequate mechanical force strips XLPE efficiently, unlike manual stripping which is extremely slow and demanding with rigid insulations. Depth adjustment is set for the specific XLPE insulation thickness of each cable type.
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 be combined with a granulator?
Yes. An electric cable stripping machine strips thicker cables for intact copper, while fine wires and scraps go into the granulator. By combining the two machines, a collection center extracts maximum value from any cable batch, regardless of the mix of sizes and types collected that day.
Why URSTAG?
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.
• Premium components, we build on motors and automation from industry leaders: Siemens, Schneider Electric, ABB, WEG, SEW-Eurodrive, NORD Drivesystems and Bonfiglioli.
• Over 15 years of experience, we know how materials and machines behave in real-world operation, and we configure each solution for your flow and volume.
• New equipment, configured for you, we supply new units, made to order for your application, with complete technical documentation.
• Delivery, installation and training included, we handle transport, commissioning and operator training, with support throughout the equipment's life.
As a premium brand, URSTAG relies on European engineering, top-tier components and experience. You choose a partner that supports your production long term, with equipment built to run reliably in demanding industrial environments.
