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  What you need to strip wire A wire stripper is a true multitool and essentially consists of spring-loaded pliers with jaws that have notches of varying sizes. Their main function is to cut and remove the plastic insulation from solid or stranded copper wire without cutting the wire itself , so that the wire can be attached to a clamp or to another wire with a wire nut. Many models can even cut to length the small screws used to attach outlets and switches in electrical boxes, preserving the thread of the screws. Take a stroll through your local hardware store and you'll find both basic wire strippers and more specialized models that can also crimp terminals, strip coaxial cable, and even cut and remove excess insulation in a single operation. Choosing a stripping tool To choose the right wire stripper, you should know the AWG size of the cable you want to work with. AWG numbers increase the smaller the wire gauge. Most wire strippers are designed for a specific range of wire size...

  Electricians refer to electrical outlets as outlets or receptacles, and installing an outlet in drywall requires installing an electrical box. In new construction, you nail a flush-mounted outlet to a wall stud and cut a hole in the drywall before hanging it. One is to cut a large hole, nail the box to the stud and make repairs. New construction Use a pencil to mark the spot where you want to put the electrical junction box on a wall stud. If you are not installing an outlet in the countertop, the distance to the floor should not exceed 13.75 cm. The face of the can should extend 1.25 cm beyond the edge of the stud so that it is flush with the surface of the drywall. Some cans have markings to indicate proper alignment of the can with the edge of the stud. Make sure the circuit supplying the outlet is turned off. Then insert the wires into the receptacle through the openings on the side or back. Then pull out enough slack to make the connections. If the can is metal, se...