Tools

Wire strippers are simple tools that make installing new connectors on any cable a much simpler job. One of the first steps for installing a connector is peeling back the outer jacket. While this is technically possible with something like a pair of scissors, doing it that way is difficult and delicate work. More often than not, it results in cutting too deep and having to start all over.

Cable cutters are designed to cut exactly through the outer jacket, no more and no less. When used correctly, the blades should never touch anything deeper than the jacket. There are different types of cutters available as well. Most strippers are compatible with multiple cables, with these multi-cable strippers covering different cables that have similar thicknesses.

Rotary Strippers

Rotary strippers are one of the most common types of cable cutters, mainly due to how easy they are to use. The blades inside the stripper are adjustable, allowing users to change how deeply they will cut. After the cable is inserted, the stripper spins around the cable repeatedly until it cuts a ring through the jacket. The loose part of the cable jacket can then slide off the end.

There are 2-blade and 3-blade versions of rotary strippers available. The blades on a rotary stripper work similar to a shaving razor. The first blade makes the initial cut while the second and/or third blades follow up to finish. A 3-blade stripper will work better than a 2-blade since there is an extra blade to help with the work. The blades can also be replaced as they wear out over time.

Typically, rotary strippers are used with either ethernet or coaxial cable. Ethernet strippers can be used with any type of ethernet cable and will usually work with telephone cables as well. Coax strippers are rated

Crimp tools, also called crimpers, are used to crimp connectors onto bare wire when assembling a cable. There are a few different versions of crimp tools, depending on how the crimper is made and what type of cable it was designed for.

How Do Crimp Tools Work?

Using a crimp tool is fairly simple. First, a cable must be stripped to expose the metal wire inside. Then the metal wire(s) are inserted into the connector. Single conductor cables (coax) are easier to use than multi-wire cables like ethernet or phone lines (additional details below). Once the wires are inserted, put the connector inside the crimp tool and squeeze the handle. The pressure applied by the crimper will tighten the connector to keep it in place.

Manual vs. Ratchet Crimpers

There are two main types of crimpers, manual and ratchet. Manual crimpers are powered completely by hand. The amount of pressure they can apply to a connector depends entirely on how hard you squeeze the handle. Manual crimpers are harder to use than ratchet crimp tools but are also less expensive. Generally, a manual crimper is the way to go if you plan on using the tool infrequently or for a small number of cables.

Ratchet crimpers are built using ratchets, which allow extra pressure to be applied when crimping. The extra power of a ratchet makes crimping much easier, requiring less raw strength for each individual crimp. This makes ratchet crimpers ideal for frequent usage or when you need to assemble many cables.

Coaxial Crimp Tools

Coaxial crimp tools are

Product # 93-100-008 This is the Ratchet Mini-Coax Crimper Tool for RG58, Mini-59, and RG174 This Ratchet Tool will crimp connectors on RG58, Mini-59, and RG174 coax cable, compressing and reshaping them until they’re cold-welded onto the wire. This professional grade ratchet crimp tool is made with a hardened steel die set and high ergonomic handle handles crimping with the right amount of force is easy. The Die is removable which allows you to use the same frame with different cable, or replace it if the die wears out. Crimpers will not release until a threshold pressure is delivered, ensuring that full compression is applied. The Ratchet Mini-Coax Crimper Tool for RG58, Mini-59, and RG174 is the quick solution for crimping coax cables. For more information on our products please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505 For all your cable and connector needs choose Show Me Cables

Product # 93-100-010 This is the Ratchet Modular Crimping Tool for RJ22, RJ11, RJ2, and RJ45 This “All in one” versatile tool will cut, strip, and crimp terminals on RJ22, RJ11, RJ12 and RJ45 modular plugs, compressing and reshaping them until they’re locked onto the wire. With an overall length of over 9 inches and high leverage handles crimping with the right amount of force is easy. Crimpers will not release until a threshold pressure is delivered, ensuring that full compression is applied. The Ratchet Modular Crimping Tool for RJ22, RJ11, RJ2, and RJ45 is the quick solution for crimping RJ cables. For more information on our products please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505

This is the Non-Insulated Ratchet Wire Terminal Crimp Tool (22-6 AWG) This Non-Insulated Terminal Crimper will crimp terminals on 22-6 AWG wire, compressing and reshaping the terminal until it is cold-welded onto the wire. With an overall length of over 9 inches and high leverage handles crimping terminals with the right amount of force is easy. Ratchet Crimpers will not release until a threshold pressure is delivered, ensuring that full compression is applied. The Non-Insulated Ratchet Wire Terminal Crimp Tool (22-6 AWG) is the best solution for crimping 22-6 AWG Cables. For more information on our products please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505

This is the Ratchet Modular Crimping Tool for RJ22, RJ11, RJ12, RJ45, and DEC This Ratchet Tool will crimp terminals on RJ22, RJ11, RJ45, and DEC modular plugs, compressing and reshaping them until they’re cold-welded onto the wire. With an overall length of over 9 inches and high leverage handles crimping with the right amount of force is easy. Crimpers will not release until a threshold pressure is delivered, ensuring that full compression is applied. The Ratchet Modular Crimping Tool for RJ22, RJ11, RJ12, RJ45, and DEC is the quick solution for crimping RJ plugs. For more information on our products please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505

This is the Hex Crimper Tool for RG59, RG6, and RG11 This Hex Crimper Tool will crimp terminals on RG59, RG6, and RG11 connectors, compressing and reshaping them until they’re cold-welded onto the wire. With an overall length of over 9 inches and high leverage handles crimping terminals with the right amount of force is easy. Crimpers will not release until a threshold pressure is delivered, ensuring that full compression is applied. The Hex Crimper Tool for RG59, RG6, and RG11 is the quick solution for crimping RG Cables. For more information on our products please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505 For all your cable and connector needs choose Show Me Cables.

This is the Ratchet Modular Crimping Tool for RJ22, RJ11, RJ12, RJ45, and DEC This Ratchet Tool will crimp terminals on RJ22, RJ11, RJ45, and DEC modular plugs, compressing and reshaping them until they’re cold-welded onto the wire. With an overall length of over 9 inches and high leverage handles crimping with the right amount of force is easy. Crimpers will not release until a threshold pressure is delivered, ensuring that full compression is applied. The Ratchet Modular Crimping Tool for RJ22, RJ11, RJ12, RJ45, and DEC is the quick solution for crimping RJ plugs. For more information on our products please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505 For all your cable and connector needs choose Show Me Cables.

This is the Non-Insulated Ratchet Wire Terminal Crimp Tool (22-6 AWG) This Non-Insulated Terminal Crimper will crimp terminals on 22-6 AWG wire, compressing and reshaping the terminal until it is cold-welded onto the wire. With an overall length of over 9 inches and high leverage handles crimping terminals with the right amount of force is easy. Ratchet Crimpers will not release until a threshold pressure is delivered, ensuring that full compression is applied. The Non-Insulated Ratchet Wire Terminal Crimp Tool (22-6 AWG) is the best solution for crimping 22-6 AWG Cables. For more information on our products please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505

This is the NMO Mobile Mount to N Female Bulkhead Adapter. It features a N Female connector on one end, and NMO Mobile mount connector on the other. The adapter is made with a nickel-plated, metal construction for maximum signal strength and durability. The Coaxial adapter will allow you to quickly change the gender or connector type on an already-terminated cable. The NMO Mobile Mount to N Female Bulkhead Adapter is a quick and easy solution for your cabling projects. For more information on our products, please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505. For all your cable and connector needs, choose Show Me Cables.