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	Telemaster Telephone Tools and Punch Down Tools	Crimpmaster Crimp Tool and Die Sets
	Cable Cutters, Knives and Scissors	Jacket and Optical Fiber Strippers
	Stripmaster® Wire Stripper and Cable Strippers	Fiber Optic Inspection, Polishing and Scribing Tools
	Round Cable Slitting and Ringing Tool	F-Connector Tool

Ideal Telemaster Telephone Tools and Punch Down Tools

Ideal Telemaster Telephone
Tool and Ratchet Telemaster

Ideal Telemaster Telephone Tool Features:

For paired conductors
Multi-function telephone tool cuts, strips and crimps for easy one-tool application
Steel frame for long-term durability. (Crimps primary modular plug strain relief only)

Ideal Ratchet Telemaster Features:

For paired conductors
Ratchet version of popular Telemaster Tool for RJ-45 and RJ-11 modular plugs
Repeatable crimp action for consistent, high quality connections
New cushion-grip handles

Ideal Punch Down Tools

Ideal Punch Down Tools Features:

For paired conductors
Insert and cut cable terminations effortlessly
Impact-absorbing cushioned grip reduces operator stress for high volume installers
Adjustable high/low actuation setting accommodates termination requirements for operator preference
Storage compartment with unique locking device provides convenient storage for spare blades
Punchmaster II and Non-Impact Tool have Turn-Lock Style blade holding design

Ideal Cable Cutters, Knives and Scissors
Ideal Data T-Cutters	Ideal Punch Down Tools Features: Cuts round communication cable and maintains cable geometry for better cable performance Cuts multi-pair cable up to .500 in. (12.7mm) and coaxial cable up to RG-9/U Suitable for soft cables (not ACSR) Steel reinforced center conductors can be trimmed with bolt cutting holes Locking latch keeps tool closed in pouch Data T-Cutter II designed for RG-58 and RG-6 coaxial cable
Ideal Lever-Snips	Ideal Lever-Snips Features: Electrician's Scissors with Stripping Notches Ergonomic design gives added leverage Spring-action, mechanical advantage increases stripping leverage and reduces operator fatigue Double plated for added rust protection Extra-deep serrations grips wire better
Ideal Electrician's Scissors	Ideal Electrician's Scissors Features: Designed for use in telephone and electrical service applications Cut up to 16 gauge solid and 12 gauge stranded wire Serrated surface on back blade edge cleans wire Electrician's Scissors with stripping notches strip 19 and 23 gauge wire
Ideal Cable Splicing Kit	Ideal Cable Splicing Kit Features: High carbon steel blade remains sharp and cuts easily through many insulation types Comfortable, full size, no slip handle for easy use Ideal Electrician's Scissors

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Ideal Stripmaster® Wire Stripper and Cable Strippers
Ideal Stripmaster® Wire Strippers	Ideal Coax Stripmaster® Wire Strippers Features: Speeds two step cable stripping Spring-action operation grips and strips in one motion Knife-type blades feature multiple hole diameters sized for two step removal of outer jacket insulation and center conductor Ideal Replacement Frame Assemblies for Custom Stripmaster® Wire Strippers Features: 10-14 AWG application Custom Stripmaster® frame less blades Includes Wire Stop and Latch (for L-5618 and L-5619 only)
Ideal MediaTwist Stripmaster® UTP CableStripper	Ideal MediaTwist Stripmaster® UTP Cable Stripper Features: The only stripper developed specifically for Belden MediaTwist UTP cable Strips clean and accurately without nicking or damaging MediaTwist cable
Ideal Cyclops Data Cable Stripper	Ideal Cyclops Data Cable Stripper Features: For fast, easy removal of outer sheath insulations (PVC and Plenum types) from all Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP), Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) and multicore cables up to .433 in. (11 mm) in diameter
Ideal UTP / STP / Coaxial Cable Strippers	Ideal UTP / STP / Coaxial Cable Strippers Features: Lightweight, compact, cost-effective stripper is simple to operate Adjustable blades can be set for any depth to help ensure nick-free strips Use with twisted-pair wire, tightly wrapped stranded cables, CATV cable, CB antenna cable, SO, SJ, SJT, and other types of flexible power cords Includes three straight and one round blade
Ideal Coax Strippers	Ideal Coax Strippers Features: Specific adjustments needed for each cable size

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Ideal Round Cable Slitting and Ringing Tool
Ideal Round Cable Slitting and Ringing Tool	Ideal Round Cable Slitting and Ringing Tool Features: Cuts around cable jacket as well as slits the length of jacket for easy removal Use with single or multiple conductor cable up to 1.75 in. O.D. Blade adjusts for jacket thicknesses up to .125 in. Spare blade in handle base
Ideal Cable Stripper	Ideal Cable Stripper Features: Swivel-Blade Cable Stripper for 3/4 inch and smaller outside diameter cable For single or multiple conductor cables up to 3/4 inch O.D. Blade adjusts for jacket thicknessess up to 1/8 inch

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Ideal Crimpmaster Crimp Tool and Die Sets

Ideal Crimpmaster Crimp
Tool and Die Sets

Ideal Crimpmaster Crimp Tool and Die Sets Features:

High quality ratchet-type crimp tool for electricians, contractors and installers who require guaranteed repeatability of good mechanical and electrical connections
Dies change quickly and easily with a screwdriver. Interchangeable dies provide versatility in a single tool
Pressure adjustment for actuation force
Crimp release provides operator safety
Ratchet crimp action provides repeatable and reliable terminations
New cushion-grip handles

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Ideal Jacket and Optical Fiber Strippers
Ideal Simplex / Duplex 3mm Jacket Stripper	Ideal Simplex / Duplex 3mm Jacket Stripper Features: Designed to remove the jacket from 3mm Simplex or Duplex (zip cord) fiber optic cable Form-ground, knife-type blades for accurate easy stripping without damaging the fiber or Kevlar strength member
Ideal Stripmaster Ribbon Fiber Jacket Stripper	Ideal Stripmaster Ribbon Fiber Jacket Stripper Features: Removes jacket from Ribbon Fiber without damage to the Kevlar strength member of the Ribbon Fiber Frame and blade-set sold separately
Ideal Lite-Strip Optical Fiber Stripper	Ideal Lite-Strip Optical Fiber Stripper Features: Replaceable precision-ground blades cleanly strip buffer coatings Extra durable to withstand normal drops without requiring tool realignment Fiber Sizes 125m, 140m No field adjustment
Ideal MiniLite-Strip Optical Fiber Stripper	Ideal MiniLite-Strip Optical Fiber Stripper Features: Small strip notch engineered and precision-ground to strip 900 micron or 250 micron buffer coatings from 125 micron fiber Larger round strip notch machined to remove the 3mm outer jacket Strip notches pre-set and locked, no field adjustment necessary

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Ideal Fiber Optic Inspection, Polishing and Scribing Tools
Ideal Fiber Inspection Microscope	Ideal Fiber Inspection Microscope Features: 100X magnification for viewing multimode connectors Includes 2.5mm connector "Universal Adapter" for FC, ST and SC style connectors Optional 200X Conversion Eyepiece threads on for viewing finish/polish of singlemode connectors
Ideal VFF5 Visual Fault Finder	Ideal VFF5 Visual Fault Finder Features: Laser light source used to locate breaks, faulty splices and crimps Useful over a distance of 5km (3miles) Two AA batteries provide over 30 hours of continuous use Slim, pocket-sized tool in rugged metal housing Nylon carrying case with belt loop included
Ideal Plastic Polishing Fixture	Ideal Plastic Polishing Fixture Features: Universal fitting accepts all ST, SC and FC connectors with 2.5mm ferrules Economically priced Grooved face for polishing efficiency Precision tool used by manufacturers, contractors and in tool kits
Ideal Stainless Steel Polishing Fixture	Ideal Stainless Steel Polishing Fixture Features: Produces polished fiber optic ST and SC type connectors for optimum connector performance Precision-machined, stainless-steel disk provides accurate polishing angle for desired end face finish Stainless-steel hardness maintains long life and resists uneven wear Stepped surface reduces drag and friction for easier polishing
Ideal DataScribe Double-Ended Fiber Optic Scribes	Ideal DataScribe Double-Ended Fiber Optic Scribes Features: Three professional quality blade styles to choose from to meet your specific needs - Ruby, Sapphire, Carbide Color-coded handles for quick, easy identification (Red - Ruby, Blue - Sapphire, Black - Carbide 30° single bevel - DualScribe reversible blade doubles tool life Soft non-slip grip provides precise control during scribing Clear safety cap protects the blades from damage when not in use
Ideal Split-Tip Fiber Optic Swabs	Ideal Split-Tip Fiber Optic Swabs Features: Split-tip design cleans fiber easier and more efficiently than other methods Tube/handle is pre-loaded with 99% isopropyl alcohol A single swab can be used for many cleanings or until the alcohol is gone
Ideal Polishing Films for Fiber Optic Connectors	Ideal Polishing Films for Fiber Optic Connectors Features: For optimum connector polishing results, we recommend a three-step procedure using 0.5m, 3m and 12m 3"x6" aluminum oxide polishing films Lot-to-Iot consistency in our films means repeatable connector finishes on ceramic, stainless steel, plastic and composite ferrules A single sheet will typically yield 10 to 20 connectors when using the recommended 3-step procedure

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Ideal F-Connector Tool

Ideal F-Connector Tool Features:

Two tools in one, combines a 7/16 in. hex socket and 3/8-32 threaded end
Hex socket makes installation and removal of CATV F-connections easy
Threaded end holds F-connector during cable insertion to ease connector seating against dielectric and eliminates chance of injury from cable center connector
Chrome finish for long life and screwdriver-type plastic handle for comfort

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