If you’re still relying on cone stripping to prepare wires for soldering, you could be introducing hidden flaws into your products—long before a soldering iron even touches the wire.
Mechanical wire stripping methods like cone stripping can deform the conductor, creating a weak point known as necking. This often goes unnoticed—until a solder joint fails during testing, production, or worse, in the field. Necking reduces tensile strength and increases the risk of breakage or poor connectivity, especially in fine-gauge wires used in medical, aerospace, and high-reliability electronics.
There’s a better way. Laser wire stripping eliminates the need for physical contact, removing insulation with precision and preserving the conductor’s integrity. No necking. No scoring. Just clean, repeatable results that meet IPC-J-STD-001 soldering standards and keep your process engineers—and quality teams—confident.
If necking is a recurring problem or you’re aiming for tighter compliance with IPC standards, now’s the time to explore a laser solution.
What is Necking?
Necking refers to the unintended narrowing or deformation of a wire after mechanical stripping. When a wire is physically pulled through a cone or blade during the stripping process, it can stretch or gouge the conductor, reducing its diameter and mechanical strength.
Over time, this weak point can:
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Reduce tensile strength,
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Lead to premature failure during crimping or soldering,
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Compromise compliance with IPC-J-STD-001,
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Result in costly rework or product recalls.
The Laser Advantage
At Laser Wire Solutions, we offer a cleaner, more reliable alternative. Laser wire stripping provides non-contact insulation removal, preserving the wire’s original structure without introducing stress points or surface damage.
Benefits include:
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No necking or conductor deformation
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Consistent results across batch production
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Supports ultra-fine and coated wires
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Ideal for IPC-J-STD-001 compliant assemblies
For process engineers struggling with solder joint failures or inconsistent stripping results, switching to laser offers peace of mind — and compliance.
Why It Matters
Soldering defects are one of the most common reasons for product failure in critical electronic applications. But the root cause often begins before the soldering iron is even heated. Clean, precise wire preparation is the foundation of any robust electrical connection.
If you’re still relying on cone stripping and dealing with inconsistencies, it’s time to consider a smarter, standards-driven solution.
Talk to us about how our laser stripping technology can help your team meet IPC-J-STD-001 with confidence — and eliminate necking from your production vocabulary, for good.
