I need to patch a couple of cables. Normally I'd work with cat5 cable which contains a ripcord. The ripcord is used to pull outer insulation off without accidentally cutting the individual strands of cable.
The cables I have to patch cannot be replaced, and don't contain ripcords. What is the best way to strip the insulation off, to avoid accidentally cutting the individual strands?
Best Answer
In a pinch you can use scissors. Just slide the cable into the groove of the scissors and slow twist the cable completely around to get a nice nick in the insulation. Then pull on the insulation and it should break free.
See here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSzfbN83wAs
But my long term recommendation is to grab this from Fluke: