Buffer Tube Shavers - Ripley Tools

MSAT-X

Peter Brazier — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 06:24:03 +0000

Introducing the new MSAT-X from Miller®, a versatile shaving tool designed to gain mid-span access to bare or buffered fiber found in a variety of MDU and FTTx jacketed cables. Equipped with a unique spring-loaded plate and dual stripping channels, the patent-pending design enables engineers to load 1.9 to 5 mm diameter cables into the same cutting blade without a sizing gauge.

Two blade depths to accommodate a variety of cable jacket thicknesses
Dual cable channels for ultimate flexibility
Patent pending spring loaded channel plate design
Hinged lid locates the cables reliably & quickly for maximum efficiency
Factory-set blade & cutting depths require no adjustments
Versatile deep & shallow cutting channels are color coded for easy identification
Safe, compact & ergonomic design fits comfortably in hand for easy operation without risk of injury

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MB08 Series

Peter Brazier — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 05:56:38 +0000

The compact Miller® MB08 is designed to perform longitudinal shaves on riser breakout and micro-duct cable jackets from 0.19″ to 0.55″ (5 to 14 mm) in diameter. Engineered for safe, easy access to inner fibers, the ergonomic tool features a unique vertical handle, enabling engineers to work efficiently, even where space is restricted.

Safe, ergonomic design fits comfortably in the hand for easy operation without risk of injury
Accommodates cable diameters from 0.19″ to 0.55″ (5 to 14 mm)
Rugged impact resistant handle & aluminum body
Unique vertical handle, for easy access in tight spaces
No adjustments needed on factory set, high carbon steel blade
Compact & lightweight at just 0.1kg

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MSAT® 16 Series

Peter Brazier — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 17:01:52 +0000

Introducing the new MSAT® 16, an exciting new solution designed to easily size and access fibers in loose tube cables ranging from 1 to 3 mm diameters in mid-span applications.

Safe, compact & ergonomic design fits comfortably in hand for easy operation without risk of injury.
16 unique diameter settings accommodate loose tubes ranging from 1 mm to 3 mm.
Convenient built-in sizing channels quickly determine proper setting for a wide variety of loose tube cables.
Patent-pending design features a self-aligning, easy-to-load buffer tube channel that supports & guides the tube through precision shaving operation.
Rugged polymer construction is lightweight & durable.
Spring-loaded design eliminates need to lock or clamp tool while in use.
Fixed stainless steel blades require no adjustments and replace easily.

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MSAT® Kit

Peter Brazier — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 05:50:14 +0000

Complete Kit Includes:
Hard Plastic Case with Foam Lining
FO 103S Series Fiber Optic Stripper
KS-1 Series Fiber Optic Kevlar® Shears
RCS-114 Series Cable Strippers For Hard Cable Jackets
MSAT® 5 Series Mid-Span Fiber Access Tool
MSAT® Micro Series Tool Body with 1.2 mm, 1.4 mm, 1.6 mm & 1.8 mm MSAT® Micro Inserts

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MSAT® Series

Peter Brazier — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:48:58 +0000

3 convenient slitting channels quickly access fiber in 2, 2.5 & 3 mm buffer tubes
Sizing channels on the tool body determine the proper diameter channel
Spring-loaded lever opens the tool body & remains flush when the tool is closed
Factory-set blades require no adjustments

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BrightPath EMS 6.6/4.0 Series

Peter Brazier — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:16:59 +0000

Precision shaving tool designed to access the mid-span on CommScope® BrightPath Self-Support Figure 8 Outdoor Fiber Drop Cable
Dual shaving channels remove the outer MDPE jacket & 4 mm buffer tube fibers
Spring-loaded mechanism & thumbscrew easily open & close to insert the cable
Factory-set blade features a fixed cutting depth & angle to prevent fiber damage

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MSAT® 5 Series

Peter Brazier — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 01:41:34 +0000

5 convenient built-in sizing channels quickly determine the proper diameter channel for buffer tubes ranging from 1.9 mm to 3 mm
Locking mechanism ensures the tool will remain closed during operation
Safe, compact & ergonomic design fits comfortably in hand for easy operation
Rugged polymer construction is lightweight & durable

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MSAT® Micro Series

Peter Brazier — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 20:01:13 +0000

Patent-pending, compact & user-friendly mid-span access tool with interchangeable inserts to accommodate buffer tube diameters from 1.2 to 1.8 mm
Double-sided blade increases longevity & fixed components require no additional adjustments
Locking lever mechanism provides constant pressure between the tool halves to ensure precise & consistent shaving operations

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RBT Series

Peter Brazier — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:12:14 +0000

Compact & lightweight tool designed to shave a longitudinal break-out window in riser cable in FTTH-MDU (multiple dwelling units) applications without damaging the fiber
Features a narrow aluminum body to easily access closely spaced & surface-mounted riser cables
Factory-set, high-carbon steel blade is recessed to prevent injury

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