Cable Jointing 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.

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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

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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.

NEW | Ripley Cable Stripping Tools to Improve Safety & Reliability

NEW Ripley Stripping Tools Improve Safety And Reliability

IMPROVE SAFETY AND RELIABILITY

Cable Stripping Tools

The following blog has been republished alongside the below video from Utility Service Agency, where they demo their favourite Utility Tool® tools for improving safety and reliability during cable preparation.

“What I like about this tool is that it’s very easy to see your blade when you’re doing your chamfer in the field.”

Improve reliability and safety at the same time; take the knife out of your hand and put the Ripley Tools in your hand.

Utility Tool from Ripley offer two by two and four by four cable strippers with bushings. The bushings on each side are specifically designed for the conductor sizes you need. “Take about a twelve to 14 inch cut of all those sizes, and send them off to Ripley tools to get your specifically sized bushing.”

“To use these tools, just run it down to your spot, I have my hand as a stopper. Perfect cut. No scoring. Safe. Good to go.”

For those that need more adjustability on the system, the WS 71 and WS 72 Series provides mid span. Just tighten it down and again, run it right down. If you want to take the WS 71 and 72 and make them into one tool, take the US07-7000.

This is new tool from Ripley is capable of doing end strips and also your midspan strips all in one tool. “We used to have two tools for your chamfering. Now we have one tool.”

We also have a US10 7000 which performs a 30 degree chamfer, and then we have a US10 7001 which performs a 45 degree chamfer. See below for further product specification.

US07 Series

Adjustable 600-1000V Secondary Cable Stripper

Introducing the new US07 Adjustable Cable Stripper that quickly and easily end strips or midspan strips cable insulation with no conductor damage on 8 to 1000 kcmil secondary cables. The tool utilizes a size adjustment clamping system to swiftly adjust and lock onto the insulation. Its compact, low friction, thermoplastic, impact-resistant polymer v-jaw and body provides a stable and precise clamping platform in any space.

• Equipped with safe, recessed blade to prevent potential injury & blade damage
• Quickly adjusts to suit THHN, XHHW & USE secondary cables with 0.3″ to 1.375″ (7.6 mm to 35 mm) cable diameters, eliminating the need for bushings
• Easily adjusts with detent actuated knob & fine adjustment knob to match insulation thickness for fast stripping without conductor damage
• Features a replaceable, machined & ground tool steel blade
• Combines the end & mid-span strip performance of the UtilityTool® WS 71 & WS 72 with added features, stability & cable sizes
• Durable bronze bushings provides longevity

US10 Series

URD Cable Insulation Chamfering Tool

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.

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Secure Spiking of Underground LV & HV Cables | Hydraulic Cable Spiking & Cutting Tools

PICOUP 250 Hydraulic Spiking and Cutting Tool | Stocked in the UK by Thorne & Derrick | Cable Spikers

Hydraulic Cable Spiking & Cutting Tools

Spiking Cable | Check Voltage Absence on LV & HV Power Cables

The PICOUP 250 and PICOUP 400 2 in 1 hydraulic cable spiking and cable cutting tools are used to check for and ensure the absence of voltage on LV MV HV underground power cables.

After the cable spiking process is complete, these PICOUP tools supplied by Thorne & Derrick can also be used to cut the cable. These tools offer total security to the user during application according to NFC 18510 standards.

Cable Spiking Tool Features

• 2 actions combined into one single tool (spiking and cutting)
• Enables the user to limit any resulting short circuit to a single-phase / ground fault when spiking multi-core cables. This cause any protective devices to trip before a 2 or 3 phases fault can be created
• In the event of spiking a live cable, the spiking blade can be replaced easily (minimising cost impact)
• No physical connection between the tool and the user
• Damage to infrastructure is minimised when spiking as a single phase to earth fault is created using a dedicated, local 70mm² copper earthing cable
• Cutting failure sensor
• Indication on the remote at the end of cutting operation
• Hydraulic over-pressure safety valve
• Battery charge status indicator
• Prevents the start of cutting if the battery is low
• MOS INDUSTRIE : 20 years of expertise

PICOUP 250 Hydraulic Spiking & Cutting Tool

The PICOUP 250 hydraulic spiking and cutting tool is supplied with flexible copper cable and earthing rod, two 24V batteries and quick charger, blade removal tool, 1 spare spike, two 2m straps for gallery work, a flash protection mat, a heavy duty waterproof case with carrying strap and laminated operating instructions.

PICOUP 400 Hydraulic Cable Spiking & Cutting Tool

PICOUP 400 Hydraulic Spiking & Cutting Tool

The PICOUP 400 hydraulic cable spiking and cable cutting tool is supplied with flexible copper cable and earthing rod, two 24V batteries and quick charger, blade removal tool, 1 spare spike, two 2m straps for gallery work, a flash protection mat, a heavy duty waterproof case with carrying strap and laminated operating instructions.

PB WEIR – DISTRIBUTORS, STOCKISTS & SUPPLIERS

PB Weir Substation Earthing and Transmission Line Earthing Equipment include line end clamps, earth end clamps, portable earthing leads and operating poles for high voltage substations, overhead power line and transmission line applications – voltages include 11kV, 33kV, 66kV, 132kV up to 400kV.

Thorne & Derrick provide competitive prices and fast delivery from stock for the complete range of PB Weir substation earthing and transmission line earthing equipment.

In 2018 In 2018 PB Weir joined the Novarc group and re-branded as PBwel and now, through the ESP group of companies, we are able to supply, support and maintain a comprehensive range of Electrical Safety Equipment which includes: Earthing, Insulated Tools, Arc Flash Protection, Personal Voltage Detection Helmets, Insulating Gloves, Voltage Detection, Operating Poles & Lock-Out Tag-out.

ALADIN | Improved electrical safety levels for workers operating near live equipment

➡ Read More Here: ALADIN Individual Voltage Alarm With Headlamp For MV Overhead Lines 10-69kV

Further Reading

• HV Cable Jointing Preparation Using Cable Spiking Gun
• Cable Spiking High Voltage Cables – UK Power Networks
• Cable Pull Calculations – Installing & Pulling Heavy Cables

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.

Miller® MA03 Advanced Fiber Optic Preparation Kits

Miller® MA03 Advanced Fiber Optic Preparation Kits

Miller® MA03

Advanced Fiber Optic Preparation Kits

Cable Jointing Tools

Miller Cable Tools are suitable for the Fiber Optics, Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunications industries – tools to strip, core, cut, crimp and slit fiber optic cables to allow splicing and termination of cable.

Ripley Tools is proud to announce the new Miller® MA03 Advanced Fiber Optic Preparation Kits, packed with the latest and most trusted Miller® tools and essential for any fiber cable technician.

The professional-grade, heavy-duty kits are available with either a convenient hands-free tool pouch or a durable molded case with precision cut EVA foam to keep fiber tools organized and protected.

Inside are award-winning, patent-pending Miller® tools, including the ACS+ Slitter for Armored Cable, MB04 FTTX Drop Cable Slitter, and the MSAT® 16 Mid-Span Access Tool with 16 unique cable diameter settings. The preparation kits would not be complete without a pair of precision Miller® fiber strippers, the KS-1 Kevlar® Shears, a compact FTS Buffer Tube Scorer, and a CA Series Cable Grip Tool.

Fibre Optic Cable Splicing, Jointing, Terminating & Stripping Tools

The customized Miller® storage pouch is a must for the professional with its durable 1680D high-density oxford fabric construction for added wear and water resistance.

With 13 dedicated pockets and a large internal space, there’s room to keep all the essential Miller® tools and more. It features an ergonomic carry handle and a removable long adjustable strap that doubles as a shoulder or waist strap for hands-free use. The zippered lid keeps tools protected from debris, and a heavy-duty snap keeps the top open for quick access.

For the technicians that prefer a hard-sided tool case, the new double-walled molded case is a durable and lightweight option. Its EVA foam inserts are cut to fit each of the included Miller® products, protecting the precision tools from damage and saving time looking for tools. Robust, snap-fit latches keep the kit securely closed, and the molded ergonomic handle fits comfortably in either hand.

For decades, Ripley Tools has collaborated with cable manufacturers and professional installers to design and manufacture some of the industry’s most trusted tools under the Miller® brand name.

“Ripley has been a leading provider of custom kits to telecom operator and power utility professionals for decades,” says John Jutila, CEO Ripley Tools. Jutila adds, “With advice from our current customers, we tailored a quality Miller tool assortment and custom-built case to offer to all optical cable technicians at a competitive price as a standardized field kit covering a wide variety of installation applications.”

The Miller® MA03 Advanced Fiber Optic Tool Kits are just two of the many solutions launched by Ripley Labs, the global research development and innovation center at Ripley Tools.

Miller is a Ripley brand – the full product range of high quality LV-HV cable jointing tools and wire preparation for MV-HV Power Cables, Transmission & Distribution, CATV, Electrical and Telecommunications includes Miller, Utility Tool and Cablematic.

THORNE & DERRICK

Thorne & Derrick are national distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Substation & Electrical Equipment – servicing businesses involved in cabling, jointing, substation, earthing, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV, 66kV and EHV. Supplying a complete range of power cable accessories to support the installation and maintenance of low/medium and high voltage power and fibre cable systems:

• Slip-on Cable Terminations
• Cold-shrink Cable Terminations
• Heat-shrink Cable Terminations
• Cable Joints – Heat & Cold-shrink
• Separable Connectors (Euromold)
• Surge Arresters & Switchgear/Transformer Bushings

Key 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