IDEAL 45-605 PrepPRO Coax UTP Cable Stripper
Key Features
- Fast, no-adjust stripping: factory preset fixed blades let technicians prep coax and UTP cables immediately for quicker installs
- Works across common coax types: cleanly strips RG-59 and RG-6 (regular, quad, and plenum) to the industry-standard 1/4" x 1/4"
- Dual cartridges for versatility: gray coax cartridge and blue UTP cartridge for Cat5e/Cat6 jacket removal
- Durable, repeatable performance: robust blades rated for thousands of strips and replaceable cartridges extend tool life
- Compact, ergonomic design: pocket-sized 4.5" tool reduces tool-bag bulk and improves on-site portability
- Installer-friendly features: reversible blades for left/right users and consistent strip lengths for compression/crimp connectors
Quick Specifications
- Product Model
- 45-605
- Brand Name
- IDEAL Industries
- Product Line
- DataCom
- Product Name
- PrepPRO Coax/UTP Cable Stripper
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45-605
Overview
Speed up network and low-voltage wiring with the IDEAL Industries PrepPRO Coax/UTP Cable Stripper — a compact, no-adjust prep tool built for security, surveillance and monitoring installs. This PrepPRO stripping tool delivers consistent 1/4" x 1/4" coax preps for RG-59 and RG-6 (including quad and plenum versions) without changing settings, so technicians save time and reduce rework on every job. The included blue cartridge strips UTP/STP Cat5e and Cat6 jackets with a single rotation while the gray coax cartridge features a notched blade optimized for plenum cable performance. Fixed, replaceable blades are factory preset for out-of-package use and provide thousands of reliable strips, ensuring long service life and predictable results for compression, crimp-on and twist-on connectors. At just 4.5" long and made with practical storage and reversible blade options, the PrepPRO fits in your pocket and streamlines fieldwork for cabling, networking, security camera, and monitoring system installers. Stock this IDEAL 45-605 tool for faster, cleaner cable prep—order now to simplify your next install.
Features
- Fast, no-adjust stripping: factory preset fixed blades let technicians prep coax and UTP cables immediately for quicker installs
- Works across common coax types: cleanly strips RG-59 and RG-6 (regular, quad, and plenum) to the industry-standard 1/4" x 1/4"
- Dual cartridges for versatility: gray coax cartridge and blue UTP cartridge for Cat5e/Cat6 jacket removal
- Durable, repeatable performance: robust blades rated for thousands of strips and replaceable cartridges extend tool life
- Compact, ergonomic design: pocket-sized 4.5" tool reduces tool-bag bulk and improves on-site portability
- Installer-friendly features: reversible blades for left/right users and consistent strip lengths for compression/crimp connectors
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | IDEAL Industries |
| Manufacturer | IDEAL Industries, Inc |
| Product Line | DataCom |
| Product Name | PrepPRO Coax/UTP Cable Stripper |
| Product Type | Stripping Tool |
| Product Model | 45-605 |
| Product Series | Tools |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 45-605 |
| Technical Information | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Application/Usage | Stripping |
| Others | |
| Model Number Replaces | 45-526 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color | Blue |
| Width | 3" |
| Height | 1.3" |
| Product Information | |
| Length | 4.5" |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Features | Adjustable Blade, Built-in Blade Storage, Spring Loaded |
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