Ideal 45-162 Cable Tools Kit for Cat5 and Stranded Wire

Product Description

The IDEAL 45-162 is a cable tools kit designed for electricians and low-voltage technicians working with a variety of cable and cord types. The kit includes one round blade and three straight blades, giving installers the right tool geometry for stripping and preparing different cable constructions. It is suited for use on Cat5, CB antenna cable, SJ cord, SJT cord, SO cord, tightly-wrapped stranded cable, and twisted pair wire. Compatible cable diameter is 0.125 inches. This kit is sold as a single unit and is a practical addition to any service bag or field toolkit.

The 45-162 is well suited for residential and light commercial electrical and low-voltage work. Electricians use it when terminating or prepping flexible cords and data cables during installation or service calls. Its multi-blade configuration reduces the need to carry separate stripping tools for different cable types, making it practical for jobs that involve mixed wiring such as audio-visual, data, or flexible cord applications.

Key Features

• Includes one round blade and three straight blades for multiple cable geometries
• Compatible with Cat5, CB antenna cable, SJ cord, SJT cord, and SO cord
• Works with tightly-wrapped stranded cable and twisted pair wire
• Compatible cable diameter: 0.125 inches
• Compact kit format for field and service use

Compatibility

Designed for use with Cat5, CB antenna cable, SJ cord, SJT cord, SO cord, tightly-wrapped stranded cable, and twisted pair wire with a compatible cable diameter of 0.125 inches.

Installation Notes

This kit is typically used by licensed electricians and low-voltage technicians during cable preparation and termination work. Always de-energize circuits before stripping or terminating any wire or cord. Select the appropriate blade geometry for the cable type being worked on to avoid nicking conductors. Follow NEC guidelines for flexible cord handling and termination practices.