Ripley Ergonomic Secondary Cable Power Driven Stripping Kit

Ripley Ergonomic Kit

Complete Secondary Cable Power‑Driven Stripping Kit

The Ripley Ergonomic Kit is engineered for professional-grade stripping and preparation of secondary building wire and light-duty power cables. Offering flexibility to support cable sizes from 8 AWG up to 1,000 kcmil, this Cable Preparation Tool Kit includes the choice of power‑driven strippers—WS 68 SNAP, WS 22A, or both—making it ideal for panel installations and service entrance wiring.

Included in a rugged hard plastic case with foam lining, the kit manufactured by Ripley Tools delivers organised storage and portability for field or workshop use, ensuring tools remain secure and ready for deployment.

Ripley Ergonomic Kit Contents Options

Ripley offers kit versions tailored to your conductor size range. Depending on your selection, the kit includes:

8 AWG to 500 kcmil Kit

Includes one or both tool bodies (WS 68 SNAP, WS 22A) and matching bushings covering 8 AWG–500 kcmil cable sizes.

500 kcmil to 1,000 kcmil Kit

Includes one or both tool bodies with bushings covering conductor sizes from 500 kcmil up to 1,000 kcmil.

Ripley Tool Bodies & Bushings

WS 68 SNAP

An ergonomic, power-driven stripper for 600 V secondary cable (#6 AWG to 750 MCM) with a patented quick‑release collar for fast bushing changes.

Specs & Usage

Strip Length: 0.625″ – 2.5″ (15.9 – 63.5 mm)
Drive Attachments: 3/8″ drill, 1/4″ hex, optional socket
Weight: ~12.6 oz (357 g)
Bushings support insulated secondary cable up to 750 MCM

Ripley Ergonomic Secondary Cable Power Driven Stripping Kit

WS 22A

Ideal for stripping large cables from 1/0 AWG to 1,000 MCM with adjustable strip stop from 1″ to 5″ (25.4 – 127 mm).

Specs & Usage

Strip Stop Range: 1″ – 5″ (25.4 – 127 mm)
Drive Attachments: 3/8″ Drill, optional socket drive
Tool Type: Compact 600 V end stripper
Guarded blades for safe, precise stripping even in cold climates

FAQs

What cable sizes does the Ergonomic Kit support?

The kit supports a broad range of conductor sizes commonly used in power distribution, from 8 AWG to 1,000 kcmil, depending on the selected kit configuration. You’ll receive bushings matched to your cable range for safe and efficient stripping.

Which tool bodies are included in the Ergonomic Kit?

The kit includes the WS 68 SNAP, WS 22A, or both — depending on your selected package. WS 68 SNAP is suited for mid-range cable stripping, while WS 22A is ideal for larger diameter conductors.

What strip lengths can I set on the tools?

WS 68 SNAP offers adjustable strip lengths from 0.625″ to 2.5″ (15.9–63.5 mm), and WS 22A supports 1″ to 5″ (25.4–127 mm), making both tools adaptable for terminations, splicing, or connector prep.

Is the carry case included?

Yes, all kits come housed in a 12.5″ × 17″ × 4″ (317.5 × 431.8 × 101.6 mm) hard plastic case with custom foam inserts to hold tools and bushings securely for transport and storage.

Are bushings included?

Yes. The kit includes matched square-cut bushings for your selected conductor size range. All bushings are compatible with the included tool bodies and designed for clean, repeatable cable stripping.

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Why Choose Ripley Tools?

Ripley Tools provide precision engineered, ergonomic design and rugged performance for use on underground power cables and overhead line conductors. The Ripley Cable Preparation Kits continue that legacy, offering Cable Jointers a trusted, high-quality tooling solution for preparing LV MV HV cables quickly, safely and accurately.

THORNE & DERRICK are Specialist Distributors of LV HV Cable Jointing, Earthing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt up to 66kV – this covers the most extensive range of Ex Stock Innovation Tooling to facilitate safe and reliable preparation, termination and installation of cables from market-leading brands including Klauke, Hivotec, Alroc, Nexans and Cembre.

Our Cable Tools enable the Jointing, Termination, Spiking & Preparation of LV MV HV Power, Fibre Optic, Umbilicals and Electric Cables – the most extensive ranges of Hydraulic & Battery-Operated tools for cutting and crimping all types of armoured and unarmoured cables with XLPE, EPR & PILC insulation.