The Eraser CompanyKnowledge Base Archive - The Eraser Company Always Moving Forward Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:40:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 FTC1 Flexible Tube Cutter https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/ftc1-flexible-tube-cutter/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/ftc1-flexible-tube-cutter/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:24:15 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12356 The blade does not move and is stuck in a closed position Adjust the blade as described in the blade change or replacement section Poor quality cut or no cut Check that the blade is not dull. Rotate or replace if necessary. Refer to the “Blade Change or Replacement” section of this manual. Check blade […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/ftc1-flexible-tube-cutter/feed/ 0 G10S Wire Twister https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/g10s-wire-twister-2/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/g10s-wire-twister-2/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:32:05 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12357 Wire will not twist Check that the correct twist length spacers are being utilized and that the wire guide is properly adjusted. Check that the twisting inserts are correctly positioned in the head assembly. Check that the correct type twisting inserts are being used. Wire will not enter twisting head Make sure that the wire […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/g10s-wire-twister-2/feed/ 0 Glo-Ring® Infrared Tubing Shrinkers https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/glo-ring-infrared-tubing-shrinkers/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/glo-ring-infrared-tubing-shrinkers/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:46:55 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12358 Elements are not heating up If one or both elements in a pair do not heat, replace them. Resources LH115 Product Page Single Element Unit Product Page Download LH115 Operating Manual Download Single Element Operating Manual Download Triple Element Operating Manual Technical Documentation: Glo-Ring® Infrared Heat Tools Can’t find your answer above? * Required Fields

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/glo-ring-infrared-tubing-shrinkers/feed/ 0 HC10, FC10 & HCA20 Cable Cutters https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/hc10-fc10-hca20-cable-cutters/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/hc10-fc10-hca20-cable-cutters/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:50:37 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12359 Material does not cut Check that blades are sharp. Check that material is properly seated in curved blade. Check that material is not too heavy for the unit to cut (excessive force needed). On HCA20, increase air pressure, but not exceed 100psi. Cutter does not operate Check that jam nuts are securely tightened on footpedal […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/hc10-fc10-hca20-cable-cutters/feed/ 0 HTS1C Thermal Hand Wire Stripper https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/hts1c-thermal-hand-wire-stripper/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/hts1c-thermal-hand-wire-stripper/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:00:58 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12360 Unit does not operate Insure that the temperature control unit is plugged into the appropriate power source. Insure that the power switch on the temperature control unit is switched to the ON position. Insure that sufficient power is applied to the stripping elements by slowly turning the temperature knob clockwise from the ‘0’ position (see […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/hts1c-thermal-hand-wire-stripper/feed/ 0 K8A Wire Stripper https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/k8a-wire-stripper/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/k8a-wire-stripper/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:04:22 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12361 Wire is difficult to insert Adjust blade opening setting to a larger or smaller opening as necessary. Blades do not open, or open sluggishly Check for accumulation of foreign matter or corrosion in the slots of the spider and/ or blades. Clean out or sand lightly to remove corrosion. Inconsistent Strips Check consistency of wire […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/k8a-wire-stripper/feed/ 0 LFTC1 Flexible Tube Cutter https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/lftc1-flexible-tube-cutter/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/lftc1-flexible-tube-cutter/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:16:39 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12362 The blade does not move and is stuck in a closed position Adjust the blade as described in the blade change or replacement section. Poor quality cut or no cut Check that the blade is not dull. Rotate or replace if necessary. See the “Blade Change or Replacement Section”. Check blade depth adjustment. ALSO SEE […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/lftc1-flexible-tube-cutter/feed/ 0 LS Series Cable Strippers https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/ls-series-cable-strippers/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/ls-series-cable-strippers/#respond Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:16:12 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12363 Wire/Cable does not strip Check that the blades are the correct size and type for wire/cable. Check that the blades are properly installed Check that blade holder screws are securely tightened. Handle loosens Securely tighten jam nut against pivot block. Strip length stop will not slide on rod Check rod for burrs, and remove. Clamps […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/preventive-maintenance/feed/ 0 DCFXT Wire Twister https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/dcfxt-wire-twister/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/dcfxt-wire-twister/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:53:57 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=13243 Tips and Facts: The DCFXT twists stranded wire but can also be used to twist the ends of single strand wire together. The DCFT (discontinued) twists stranded wire but can also be used to twist the ends of single strand wire together. The DCFH (discontinued) hooks the center of a wire then twists it to […]

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