A wire stripper, also known as a wire cutter or wire plier, is a tool used for removing the insulation from electrical wires. There are several different types of wire strippers available, each with their own unique features and capabilities. Some common synonyms for "wire stripper" include cable cutter, wire snips, wire cutter pliers, and stripper cutter. Other variations of the tool include automatic wire strippers, which allow for faster and more efficient wire stripping, and multi-functional wire strippers, which can be used to cut, crimp, and strip wires all in one tool. Regardless of the type of wire stripper, they all serve the same basic purpose of removing insulation from electrical wires.