The Eraser CompanyKnowledge Base Archive - The Eraser Company Always Moving Forward Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:36:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Stripping Techniques https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/stripping-techniques/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/stripping-techniques/#respond Wed, 26 Aug 2015 17:35:15 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=3774 Fiberglass and Wire Wheels: Fybrglass or wire brush wheels may be utilized to strip wires. Fybrglass wheels rotate at high speed and generate frictional heat that softens the insulation on the wire and the “nap” of the wheel wipes it away. A clean polished surface is produced with no risk of nicking. Wire brushes remove […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/stripping-techniques/feed/ 0 824 Portable Coaxial Cable Stripper https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/824-portable-coaxial-cable-stripper/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/824-portable-coaxial-cable-stripper/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:03:23 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12343 Strip is not deep enough Adjust blade depth screws on cutter head clockwise. Increase driver “on” time. Strip is too deep Adjust blade depth screw on cutter head counter clockwise. Decrease driver “on” time. Strips are inconsistent Check that cable is straight. Use lubricant on large cables or semi-rigid cables. Check there are no slugs […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/824-portable-coaxial-cable-stripper/feed/ 0 D1, DV1 & D9 Wire Strippers & Coax Braid Combers https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/d1-dv1-d9-wire-strippers-coax-braid-combers/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/d1-dv1-d9-wire-strippers-coax-braid-combers/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:03:23 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12351 Wheels stall when wire is inserted Check that wheels are not too close together. Check that tension adjustment is not too tight. Check that flat drive belt is not worn and slipping. Wire will not strip Check for proper wheel type and grade and change if necessary. Check that wheels are not grooved or worn. […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/d1-dv1-d9-wire-strippers-coax-braid-combers/feed/ 0 BTS1 Thermal Wire Stripper https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/bts1-thermal-wire-stripper/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/bts1-thermal-wire-stripper/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:03:23 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12346 Heating elements are heating up unevenly Remove elements and clean oxide from contact points. Reinstall element set and ensure screws are tightened completely. Stripping quality is getting poor Check element for wear or corrosion. Clean or replace as needed. Adjust temperature and element depth until desired results are achieved. Unit does not operate Ensure unit […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/bts1-thermal-wire-stripper/feed/ 0 C200 & C300 Wire Strippers and Twisters https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/c200-c300-wire-strippers-and-twisters/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/c200-c300-wire-strippers-and-twisters/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:03:23 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12348 Wire or cable does not strip cleanly Readjust blades and be sure blade locking screw is tight. Check that proper wire guide size is being used. Refer to ordering information for instructions on selecting wire guides. Check for worn blades and replace if necessary. Check that blade springs are not broken or separated from blades. […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/c200-c300-wire-strippers-and-twisters/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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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/dcfxt-wire-twister/feed/ 0 CW10 & CW20 Coilers https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/cw10-cw20-coilers/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/cw10-cw20-coilers/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:03:24 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12350 Unit will not collapse Check that unit is not already collapsed. This will be indicated by the front arm on the CW20 being lower and a smaller diameter than the rear arm. On the CW10 this is indicated by the front arm pivot point being tight against the locking collar or nose collar. On the […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/cw10-cw20-coilers/feed/ 0 CS800 Automatic Cutter & Stripper https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/cs800-automatic-cutter-stripper/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/cs800-automatic-cutter-stripper/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:03:24 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12349 Problem Possible Cause Possible solution Conductors cut Conductor diameter setting too small Increase the conductor diameter setting (see section 6.5) Wire not cut through Dull blades or conductor is too heavy for the cutting head Change blades or/and decrease the cut rate (see section 6.7) Both ends slugs not pulling off Blades do not cut […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/cs800-automatic-cutter-stripper/feed/ 0 Preventive Maintenance https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/preventive-maintenance/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/preventive-maintenance/#respond Wed, 23 Mar 2016 19:49:21 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=4217 Tips and Facts: The most important preventive maintenance advice for any Eraser brand machine is keeping it clean of oil, dirt, and debris. Most Eraser machines do not require lubrication other than our pneumatic equipment and the air should be fed through an air filter, regulator, and lubricator where it receives an occasional drip of […]

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]]> https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/preventive-maintenance/feed/ 0 C100S Wire Stripper and Twister https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/c100s-wire-stripper-and-twister/ https://www.eraser.com/knowledge-base/c100s-wire-stripper-and-twister/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:03:23 +0000 https://www.eraser.com/?post_type=knowledgebase&p=12347 Wires are twisting Check wire guide for proper fit to conductor being stripped. Lower blade depth. Check that wire does not push past stop button. Check that blade is not dull. Check that motor rotation is same as lay of wire being stripped. Wire is getting cut off Check that wire does not push past […]

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