Rolson Automatic Wire Strippers

Rolson wire strippers and voltage testers are what this section is built around, and the automatic strippers are the part most people are actually searching for. We stock two automatic wire stripper models, 20857 and 20852, plus 150mm Wire Stripping Pliers for anyone who prefers to feel the cut. An automatic stripper grips, scores and pulls the insulation in one squeeze, which is the right tool when you are terminating dozens of cores in a consumer unit or a data cabinet and consistency matters more than feel. The manual stripping pliers give more control on unusual insulation and on cable that has been flattened or aged.

The practical difference is repeatability. If you are working through a run of identical conductors, the automatic stripper will produce the same strip length every time without adjustment and will not nick the copper. If you are working on one-off repairs across mixed cable sizes, stripping pliers are quicker to reach for and easier to correct mid cut.

Voltage Testers and Telecom Tools

Testing sits alongside the strippers. The All Purpose Voltage Tester covers the basic dead testing and continuity checks that should happen before any cable is cut, and the Telecom Punch Down Tool handles IDC terminations on patch panels, krone blocks and telephone sockets. Between them these three items cover most low voltage and data second fix work. For the wider electricians kit, including VDE insulated screwdrivers, cable cutters, crimping tools and multimeters, see our Rolson VDE screwdrivers and pipe wrenches range, which holds the full insulated tool set.

COB Motion Sensor Lights, Floodlights and Lanterns

The second half of this section is task lighting rather than hand tools. We hold two 3W COB Motion Sensor Lights, an SMD 10W Flood Light, a 3W COB Worklight with 1W Torch, a White and Flame Lantern supplied with alkaline cells, a Multi Function Emergency Light torch and a 3W CREE 4AA aluminium torch. The motion sensor units are the useful ones for outbuildings, lofts and cupboards where there is no switched circuit, since they run on cells and mount with adhesive or screws. There is also a 10 LED USB Helping Hand Magnifier, which pairs magnification with a third hand clamp for soldering and fine repair work.

Choosing Between These and the Wider Ranges

If you want worklights, floodlights and lanterns as the main purchase rather than an add on, our Rolson COB worklights, floodlights and lanterns page is the deeper range. For handheld and head worn lighting, browse Rolson rechargeable LED torches and head lamps. Everything here is genuine Rolson stock, and the full catalogue sits under Rolson Tools. Note that this page holds a 2pc LED Bicycle Light Set and a USB rechargeable Super Bright White Light that suit cyclists, joggers and dog walkers as much as they suit a workshop.