User Manual

2
CPT Cable Stripping Tools
Factory-calibrated to remove
the right amount of cable
jacket, cut the braid and
dielectric to the proper length,
and expose the center conductor
in one smooth operation.
To Strip Cable
1. Cut the cable to ensure that you have a square,
cleanly cut end. For best results, use Cable Prep
drop cable cutters.
2. While holding the tool, depress the lever. Insert
the cable across the cartridge so that its end is
facing in the direction of the arrow embossed on
the lever.
3. Let go of the lever. Supporting the cable with one
hand close to the tool, insert forefinger of other
hand into the large hole on the opposite end of the
tool. Spin the tool approximately three revolutions.
You will hear the blade cutting through the braid
and feel the tool spin freely. At this point you can
reverse the spin. Depending on the cable you are
using, the number of reverse spins will vary.
4. Grasp tool firmly around the cartridge without
depressing the lever and pull the tool away from
the cable.
TIP: If a longer center conductor is required,
extend the end of the cable past the edge of the
cartridge to the desired length, unless the tool body
is one that includes a stop.
Drop Tool Instrux 1.16 2/2/16 2:48 PM Page 2