How to properly strip silicone wire insulation?

Question

The silicone high temperature double (fiberglass weave?) insulated wire is not getting stripped by wire strippers because it is very soft and seemingly molded onto the wire. How can I remove the insulation properly to prepare for crimping?

Answer 1

Try using the next smaller hole on your wire strippers but make sure you don't score the actual conductor. If that doesn't work, use a utility knife and cut from the tip of the wire back down to the white insulation, going around the conductor. If the strands unravel a bit, don't worry, just twist them back after you've scraped the silicone off.