Description

The KNIPEX SWA Stripping Knife with Guide (16 50 145) is a specialist cable stripping knife designed specifically for stripping the armoured sheath of SWA (Steel Wire Armour) and STA (Steel Tape Armour) cables. The integrated guide shoe is the key innovation — it controls the cutting depth precisely to penetrate the outer PVC sheath and bedding without cutting into the steel wire armour, preventing damage that could compromise the cable’s mechanical protection and earth continuity.
The ratchet locking mechanism secures the guide shoe at the correct depth setting for different cable diameters, enabling consistent results across an entire length of cable stripping. The heavy-duty blade handles the tough outer sheath of SWA cables efficiently, and replaceable blades extend the tool’s service life economically.
For electricians and contractors who regularly install and terminate SWA cable — in underground runs, industrial environments, or external installations — this is an indispensable specialist tool that delivers professional, consistent sheath preparation results safely and efficiently.