Cable Jointing Tools

33kV Cable Stripping | Bonded Semicon Removal Using Ripley US02

Application | Stripping 33kV Cable BS7870 XLPE AWS Single Core 500sqmm

Using | Ripley US02 Bonded Semicon Screen Removal Tool

Contractor | Direct Jointing & Power Services Ltd

Cable Jointer & Company Director | Daniel Sowden

Direct Jointing & Power Services Ltd | Installing & Maintaining High Voltage Cables & Power Networks up to 33kV

Contact | [email protected] | 07468533057

More Information | US02-7000 Semicon Shaving Tool | Ripley US02 | Cable Tool HV

33kV Cable Preparation | Pre-Polish

33kV Cable Preparation | Post Polishing

Cable Preparation Tools | Distributed From Stock | Approved Supplier 

Ripley US02-7000

Semicon Shaver & Stripping Tool manufactured by Ripley Tools quickly and easily removes bonded semi-con from MV & HV power cables without the requirement for lubrication.

The semicon tool has a unique blade shape which preserves the smooth surface on the XLPE insulation of medium voltage cables typically distributing electrical power at 11kV and 33kV voltages – the Ripley US02 tool eliminates the need for deburring or additional surface finishing of the cable insulation. Its optimal stability design securely supports cables with diameters from 18 mm to 60 mm throughout the shaving operation of the cable preparation process, prior to jointing or terminating medium voltage cables.

The US02 tool provides an exceptionally smooth finish and does not require lubricating grease as the integral wheels provide a sustained motion during the cable preparation process – the US02 has four settings on it that adjust the pitch as it winds down the cable and a stop that enables the jointer to provide a square cut to finish off. The settings are 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm and 2mm.

Thorne & Derrick are now Official Distributors for the Vicera range of Cable Jointing Stands – the introduction of this new product range is an excellent extension to our core ranges of Cable Jointing, Pulling Equipment & Preparation Tooling and we look forward to further supporting efficient, easier and more reliable power cable installations.

Thorne & Derrick distribute the most extensive range of MV HV Medium & High Voltage Cable Joints, Terminations & Connectors from manufacturers including 3M, Prysmian, Nexans Euromold, Elastimold, Pfisterer CONNEX & SEANEX. Heat shrink, cold shrink, push-on and slip-over cable accessories enable the jointing, terminating and connection of 11kV-33kV and 66kV-132kV cables to oil, air or gas insulated switchgear, transformers, motors and overhead lines distributing electricity at medium/high voltages.

T&D hold large stocks of 11kV 33kV 66kV Joints & Terminations suitable for XLPE, PILC and EPR cables, in both heat shrink and Cold Shrink technologies, to service the medium/high voltage power cable accessory requirements of UK and international customers.

Ripley US02-7000 | Stripping Bonded Semicon from N2XS(F)2Y Cable (12/20 (24)kV)

Ripley US02-7000 Semicon Shaver & Stripping Tools

Here Peter Hardman (Jointer – LV HV Cables) is shown expertly using the US02-7000 Tool manufactured by Ripley Tools to remove the bonded semi-conductor screen from Medium Voltage Power Cables – the cable standard type is N2XS(F)2Y (12/20 (24)kV) typically used for MV Power Distribution in several industrial sectors including data-centres.

When correctly selected and used for their intended application, specialised Cable Preparation Tools can and do prevent much of the human error identified in the field as a cause of cable joint or termination failure – this can allow MV HV cable systems to last well beyond the 30 year limit that many consider to be a cables expected life cycle.

Invest in the correct tools, get trained in their use and use them.

Start + Stop | note the integral start/stop facility guaranteeing closely controlled, perfectly clean and precise shaving by the Jointer across all cable diameter applications.

US02

The Bonded Semicon Shaving Tool has a unique blade shape which preserves the smooth surface on the XLPE insulation of medium voltage cables typically distributing electrical power at 11kV and 33kV voltages – the Ripley US02 tool eliminates the need for deburring or additional surface finishing of the cable insulation. Its optimal stability design securely supports cables with diameters from 18mm to 60mm throughout the shaving operation of the cable preparation process, prior to jointing or terminating medium voltage cables.

The US02 tool provides an exceptionally smooth finish and does not require lubricating grease as the integral wheels provide a sustained motion during the cable preparation process – the US02 has four settings on it that adjust the pitch as it winds down the cable and a stop that enables the jointer to provide a square cut to finish off. The settings are 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm and 2mm.

Precision Accuracy & Effortless Repeatability for MV Cable Preparation

No Grease & No Clamps | MV HV Cables up to 60mm Diameter without the requirement for lubrication using Ripley US02-7000.

THORNE & DERRICK

SPECIALIST ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTOR

Thorne & Derrick supply LV HV Cable Accessories, Installation & Electrical Equipment to service providers working on hyper-scale data centres including Equinix, Virtus, K2, Microsoft, CyrusOne and Interxion. We have recently supplied Warsaw RDCC (Rapid Deployment Data Centres) with sealing systems for the protection of cable ducts against water ingress/gas migration and cable termination products for the connection of 33kV power cables into gas-insulated switchgear and transformers – the project is part of a $1 billion digital transformation plan for Poland announced by Microsoft.

We can assist with the Competitive Supply & Technical Specification of joints, terminations, connectors and preparation tools for the energisation of all types of air or gas insulated electrical equipment from stock up to 66kV.

• Distributors for: 3M Cold Shrink, ABB, Alroc, Band-It, Catu, Cembre, Centriforce, CMP, Elastimold, Ellis Patents, Emtelle, Filoform, Furse, Lucy Zodion, Nexans Euromold, Pfisterer, Polypipe, Prysmian, Ripley, Roxtec.

MV HV – Medium & High Voltage Cable Joints, Terminations & Connectors (11kV 33kV EHV)

Thorne & Derrick | Connecting High Voltages & Energising Data Centres

Cut, Strip, Crimp, Punch – Cable Tools for Panel Building & Electrical Contracting

Cut, Strip, Crimp, Punch – All In One Solutions By Klauke

Cable Tools

Cut, Strip, Crimp, Punch

Panel Building & Electrical Contracting

Anyone who works in building electrical panels, knows that customers might have different requirements, so flexibility and being able to respond and adapt fast is a critical success factor. When Klauke develop new cabling tools, versatility is one of the most important drivers. Designing the best quality tools that solve the problem at hand in that fastest and most efficient way is in Klauke’s DNA.

Below is the best range of cable cutting and crimping tools manufactured by Klauke. They are renowned for high-quality, electrical connection tools for cable crimping, cutting and punching that can be used in panel building installations.

Klauke now offer efficiency and safety for control panel building as part of an all-inclusive worry-free package. Whether it’s cutting, stripping, crimping or punching: our power package has just the tool you need!

Crimping Cables, Lugs & Tools

Thorne & Derrick distribute Cable Lugs & Cable Connectors to terminate, splice and joint LV MV HV cables – this includes copper, aluminium and bi-metallic connectors and a range of crimping tools for specific use on all Low, Medium & High Voltage cable types.

➡ Associated Brands & Products | Klauke | Cembre | Pfisterer Sicon | Cable Crimping & Cable Cutting Tools

Should you require technical assistance to select the correct cable crimping or cable cutting tools please contact us.

Thorne & Derrick are Specialist Distributors of cable tools to enable the preparation of all LV MV HV cables prior to the installation of Joints, Terminations & Connectors – this includes Klauke, Cembre, Alroc and Boddingtons cable jointing tools for removal of cable sheath, screen and insulation on 11/33kV (MV) and 66kV/132kV (HV) power cables.

View the complete range of Cable Crimping & Cable Cutting Tools

NEW | Cable Semi-Con Scoring Tools for SCS Series | Ripley Tools

Semi-con Scoring Tools

SCS Series By Ripley Tools

Ripley Tools has launched three new tools for safe and efficient cable semi-con scoring, part of its SCS Series. Ripley SCS is a general purpose semi-con scoring tool for most medium voltage cable constructions and is equipped with a standard cable guide. The adjustable semi-con scoring tool removes easy strip type semi-con screens from HV power cables, this includes 11kV and 33kV power cables.

Between them, the new cable jointing tools are capable of precisely scoring medium-voltage cables from 0.31′′ to 2.96′′ (8 to 75mm), eliminating the need for traditional, higher-risk blades making them perfect for high voltage power cable preparation prior to jointing and terminating and easily mounts on the cable.

 See the full range of Cable Jointing Tools distributed by T&D, including Cable Tools For Underground Primary Distribution Cables and High Voltage Cable Jointing Tools  

The first Jointing Tool in the series is the compact and adjustable SCS semi-con scoring tool, which precisely scores the semi-con to ease its removal while protecting the underlying insulation. The SCS works on medium voltage 5kV to 35kV cables with semi-con diameters of 0.31′′ – 2.00′′ (8 to 51mm) and is able to perform longitudinal, spiral and calibrated square cuts.

Ripley SCS Adjustable Cable Semi-Con Scoring Tool (Compact & User Friendly)

It’s the SCS tool’s micro-adjustable blade depth that ensures accuracy so cable insulation is not damaged and the innovative slide tray keeps the cable square to the cutting head for precision.

The UtilityTool SCS’s design eases operation for cable engineers. It opens and snaps on the cable quickly and simply. Plus, it can work in a small envelope of space, especially on large cable sizes and covers the range of both the BP1A and BP2A.

For highly bowed or curved cables, the SCS V2 has been created to give engineers enhanced control. Its narrow cable guide is suitable for sheathed and jacketed 3 phase assemblies.

Completing the trio is the SCS Max, an extended version of the SCS to make precision cuts on large diameter power cables with strippable semi-con. The tool is designed for cables with a diameter of 1.77′′ to 2.96′′ (45 to 75mm) and it can operate within a 4′′ (101.6 mm) envelope on larger cables.

“All three tools in the SCS Series overcome the mechanical limitations of their counterparts in the market and replace the need for the use of basic, high-risk knives, thanks to the design and engineering capabilities of the Ripley team,” said Brian Bourgoin, Director of Engineering at Ripley Tools.

RIPLEY SCS CABLE INSULATION END STRIPPER

Specifications

Ripley SCS Operation Instructions

Ripley Cable Tools | Jointing, Splicing & Cable Preparation Tools for Underground Cables & Overhead Line Conductors | LV MV HV

LV, MV & HV JOINTING, EARTHING, SUBSTATION & ELECTRICAL EQPT

Thorne & Derrick International are specialist distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Duct Sealing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – servicing UK and global businesses involved in cable installations, cable jointing, substation, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV.

THORNE & DERRICK Product Categories: Duct Seals | Cable Cleats | Cable Glands | Electrical Safety | Arc Flash Protection | Cable Jointing Tools | Cable Pulling | Earthing | Feeder Pillars | Cable Joints LV | Joints & Terminations MV HV 

Tools for Stripping MV & HV Peelable Semicon Screened Cables

Alroc ORACL Tool

Screen Scoring Tools

Alroc manufacture a range of cable jointing tools  for the removal and stripping of outer cable sheath, semi-conductor screen and insulation from LV, MV, HV and EHV power cables – this includes precision engineered manual and motorised cable installation and preparation tools for Power, Transmission & Distribution cables.

The ORACL by Alroc enables the cable jointer or user to longitudinally score the peelable semiconductive layer from medium/high voltage cables (typically 33kV) in order to peel it off carefully by hand – this is a key stage of MV HV cable preparation prior to the installation of Power Cable Accessories including joints, terminations and connectors.

The Screen Scoring Tool has an adjustable scoring depth of four different lengths (0.4 / 0.6 / 0.9 / 1.1 mm) and is lightweight in design.

Screen Scoring Tool Capacity

• Diameter: 10 – 100 mm or 0,394 – 3,937 inch
• Scoring Depth: 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.9 / 1.1 mm or 0.016 / 0.024 / 0.035 / 0.043 inch
• Min Remaining Length: 10mm

Spare Part

LSO – Spare blade for peelable semiconductor

Associated Tool

DSP – Peelable semiconductor lifter
MVS – Stop for tools

Screen Scoring Tool Dimensions

• Length: 135 mm
• Width: 55 mm
• Height: 35 mm
• Weight Without Box: 0,16 Kg
• Packaging: Box

Thorne & Derrick | Stockists & Distributors for the Alroc Range of Cable Jointing & Preparation Tools

Contact us with your Enquiry.

Thorne & Derrick protect substation engineers, asset managers, SAPS, cable jointers, overhead linesmen and utility workers with PPE and safety equipment: this includes insulating gloves, voltage detectors, insulating matting and portable earthing to ensure worker safety when carrying out repair and maintenance on LV-HV switchgear, transformers, substations and turbines.

All our Cable Connection & Energisation Accessories including Medium & High Voltage joints, terminations, connectors and cleats are tested to the latest international standards and supporting ranges of professional installation tools are stocked to reduce incident, accident and downtime to plant and people.