Ripley MV Underground Medium Voltage Cable Preparation Tool Kit

Ripley Medium Voltage Underground Cable Preparation Tool Kit

Precision Tool Kit for Safe Jacket, Semi-Con, and Insulation Removal on Underground MV Cables

The Ripley Medium Voltage Underground Cable Preparation Tool Kit is a comprehensive solution designed in collaboration with certified MV cable training professionals to support safe, consistent, and accurate underground cable preparation. This all-in-one tool kit is engineered to prepare MV cables ranging from 0.39” to 2.36” (10 mm – 60 mm) outer diameter, making it suitable for most 15–35kV cable installations.

Built specifically for underground applications, the tool kit manufactured by Ripley Tools includes 9 essential tools with replacement blades, all housed in a rugged, custom foam-lined case for secure and organised transport. Whether you’re working in a tight splice vault or a challenging trench environment, this kit eliminates the need for hand knives—reducing injuries and boosting productivity on-site.

Ripley MV Underground Cable Preparation Tool Kit

Underground MV Cable Preparation Tool Kit

Key Features

The Ripley tool kit delivers a professional-grade solution for underground medium voltage cable preparation. It includes Ripley’s most trusted tools—such as the US15 Large Format Slitter, US01 Adjustable Stripper, SCS Semi-Con Scorer, and US10 Chamfer Tool—all selected to work efficiently on peelable EPR and XLPE cables.

The kit introduces the innovative US15-7020 Jacket Lifting Tool, which protects users’ hands from sharp concentric neutrals during jacket removal—an industry-driven response to a common jobsite hazard. With a rugged carry case featuring custom laser-cut foam, your tools stay protected, organised, and accessible at all times.

By eliminating the use of traditional knives, the jointers tool kit helps reduce laceration risks and improves prep accuracy. Optional tool substitutions are available for custom configurations—ideal for utilities and contractors with unique field requirements.

Part Ref	Cable Preparation Tool Kit Description	Cable Compatibility
US15-7001	Large Format Cable Slitter – Inch scale; used for end and mid-span jacket slitting	Ø 0.39”–2.36” (10–60 mm) End / Ø 1.96” Mid-Span
US15-7020	Jacket Lifting Tool – lifts tough jackets and protects hands over sharp concentric neutrals	N/A
US01-7005	Adjustable Cable Stripper with EPR Blade – for insulation and jacket stripping	Ø 0.5”–2.5” (12.7–63.5 mm)
US10-7000	Insulation Chamfering Tool – creates clean 30° bevels for termination prep	Ø 0.5”–2.36” (12.7–60 mm)
UA01-7201	ABS Folding Ruler – foldable measuring tool for precision cable prep	N/A
43630	SCS Semi-Con Scorer – scores bonded semi-conductive layers safely	Ø 0.31”–2” (8–51 mm)
46474 RFNP-L	Flat Nose Pliers – assists with jacket and semi-con removal after scoring	N/A
MA04-7000	8” Needle Nose Cutting Pliers – used for clean cable trimming (UA01-7069 kit only)	N/A
43970 QC-2	Heavy Duty Clamp – stabilises cable for safe and accurate prep	Ø 0.5”–2.5” (12.7–63.5 mm)
43965 SCS-C	Light Clamp – ideal for supporting smaller diameter cables during scoring	Ø 0.31”–2” (8–51 mm)
80671 KS-1	Kevlar Shears – specialty scissors for fibre or tape cutting (UA01-7066 only)	N/A

Ripley MV Underground Cable Preparation Kit Comparison Chart

Ripley Tool Model	Part Ref	Kit Contents
MV Underground Kit with Hard Case	UA01-7069	US15-7001, US15-7020 Jacket Lifter, US01-7200 Adjustable Cable Stripper, US10-7000 Chamfer Tool, UA01-7201 Ruler, UA04-7000 Flat Nose Pliers, MA04-7300 Diagonal Cutters, 43970 QC-2 Clamp, 43965 SCS-C Clamp, 43630 SCS
MV Underground Kit incl Kevlar Shears with Hard Case	UA01-7066	US15-7001, US15-7020 Jacket Lifter, US01-7200 Adjustable Cable Stripper, US10-7000 Chamfer Tool, UA01-7201 Ruler, UA04-7000 Flat Nose Pliers, 80671 KS-1 Kevlar Shears, 43970 QC-2 Clamp, 43965 SCS-C Clamp, 43630 SCS
MV Underground Kit with URD Bag	UA01-7081	US15-7001, US15-7020 Jacket Lifter, US01-7200 Adjustable Cable Stripper, US10-7000 Chamfer Tool, UA01-7201 Ruler, UA04-7000 Flat Nose Pliers, MA04-7300 Diagonal Cutters, 43970 QC-2 Clamp, 43965 SCS-C Clamp, 43630 SCS
MV Underground Kit with URD Bag incl Kevlar Shears	UA01-7082	US15-7001, US15-7020 Jacket Lifter, US01-7200 Adjustable Cable Stripper, US10-7000 Chamfer Tool, UA01-7201 Ruler, UA04-7000 Flat Nose Pliers, 80671 KS-1 Kevlar Shears, 43970 QC-2 Clamp, 43965 SCS-C Clamp, 43630 SCS

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Why Choose the Ripley TOOL Kit?

Designed with the input of MV training professionals, the Ripley MV Underground Kit addresses the real-world challenges of cable jointers and installers. It eliminates the guesswork and danger of manual knife work, delivering consistent, safe, and precise results across a variety of underground environments. With top-of-the-line tools, ergonomic safety enhancements, and field-proven durability, this kit is a must-have for underground MV cable termination and splicing.

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.