KNIPEX 13 78 8 SBA Forged Wire Stripper, 20–10 AWG, 8 in

The KNIPEX 13 78 8 SBA is a forged wire stripper listed for 20 to 10 AWG solid and stranded wire. Its screw-shearing, cable-cutting and wire-looping features suit buyers who want several common wiring tasks combined in one hand tool.

At a glance

Stripping holes cover the listed 20 to 10 AWG range for solid and stranded wire.
The listing describes screw shearing for 6-32 and 8-32 screws, plus cable cutting and conduit reaming.
Locating ridges are intended to help find the stripping holes, and an integrated opening spring supports repeated use.
A wire-looping groove and wide gripping jaws add tasks beyond stripping and cutting.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$166.60~~

Price checked: Nov 13, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines wire stripping, cable cutting, screw shearing, wire looping and conduit-burr removal in one tool.
The listed wire range includes both solid and stranded conductors.
Locating ridges and an integrated opening spring are practical details for repeated stripping and cutting.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Identity
Brand	KNIPEX
Model	13 78 8 SBA

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	20.3L x 5.4W centimetres
Weight listed	277 g

Materials and protection
Material listed	Tool Steel

Wire handling and cutting
Wire range and types	Strips 20 to 10 AWG - both solid and stranded wire
Screw sizes	Cuts 6-32 and 8-32 screws without threading
Cables listed	Cuts cable, wires, NM-B, BX and MC.

Construction and claims
Construction claim	High-grade special tool steel; forged, multi stage oil-hardened.
Blade and screw shear claim	Induction hardened blades and screw shear.
Standard claim	Meets requirements of ASTM F1505.
Cutting performance claim	Shear cutting blades offer 50% higher cutting capacity than competition and 25% cutting power reduction

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The title calls the tool 1000V insulated, while the supplied feature and description details do not specify an insulation voltage rating. Confirm the exact insulation and suitability for the intended electrical work before relying on that claim. The listing also claims a percentage cutting advantage over competitors without naming a comparison basis, so treat that as an unsubstantiated manufacturer comparison.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Electricians or DIY users who need one hand tool for listed 20–10 AWG solid and stranded wire, cable cutting and screw shearing.
Buyers who value added wire-looping, gripping and conduit-reaming functions in a wire stripper.

Less suited to

Anyone who needs a verified insulation voltage rating for live electrical work without first confirming the tool's applicable rating and requirements.

KNIPEX 13 78 8 SBA Forged Wire Stripper, 20–10 AWG, 8 in · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 13 ratings

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Aggregate ratings lean strongly toward five-star feedback, with the remainder in the four-star category. That is a generally favourable but limited indication, not evidence of particular strengths or reasons for ratings. The listing's multi-function design may matter to buyers considering one tool for stripping, cutting and screw shearing, but no customer comments were supplied to assess those tasks.

Frequently asked questions

What wire sizes does the KNIPEX 13 78 8 SBA strip?

The listing specifies 20 to 10 AWG and says it handles both solid and stranded wire.

What other tasks is it listed to perform?

The listing says it cuts cable and 6-32 and 8-32 screws, and describes wire looping, gripping and conduit-burr removal.

Is its 1000V insulation rating confirmed by the supplied details?

The title includes 1000V insulated, but the supplied feature and description details do not state an insulation voltage rating. Confirm the applicable rating before relying on it.