CrimpShop carries three strippers for the most common field cable types. The Cat5/6 Cable Jacket Stripper (15015C) is the standard tool for copper network cable. The 5-in-1 Fiber Optic Stripper (15061C) handles multiple fiber buffer sizes in one tool. The All-In-One Stripping Tool (15018C) covers coaxial and mixed cable types.
Every product on CrimpShop is tested for compatibility with specific cable types. Check our Connector Compatibility Guide to find exactly what you need.
Matching the Right Stripper to Your Cable Type
The right stripper matters because improper stripping is one of the most common causes of failed terminations. Nicking conductors or cutting through fiber buffer coatings creates intermittent faults that are difficult to diagnose after the fact.
For Cat5e and Cat6 copper cable, the Cat5/6 Cable Jacket Stripper (15015C, $12.81) removes the outer jacket cleanly at the correct depth without scoring the twisted pairs underneath.
For fiber optic work, the 5-in-1 Fiber Optic Stripper (15061C, $25.33) handles 250 micron (bare fiber), 900 micron (tight buffer), and 1.6mm coated fiber in a single tool. This covers the most common fiber preparation steps for fusion splicing and mechanical termination.
The All-In-One Stripping Tool (15018C, $14.99) handles coaxial cable and other cable types where you need jacket and insulation removal in the same tool.
All three strippers are sold individually and are also compatible with the kit configurations in the Kits category.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a standard utility knife to strip Cat6 cable?
A utility knife can cut the jacket, but it is difficult to control depth and is a common cause of nicked conductors. A dedicated cable jacket stripper is designed to score the jacket at a precise depth so you can split and remove it without damaging the twisted pairs.
What fiber buffer sizes does the 5-in-1 Fiber Optic Stripper handle?
The 5-in-1 Fiber Optic Stripper (15061C) is designed to handle 250 micron, 900 micron, and 1.6mm fiber buffer sizes, which covers the primary preparation steps for both fusion splicing and field-terminated mechanical connectors.
Do I need a separate stripper for Cat6a?
Cat6a cable has a larger outer diameter than Cat5e and Cat6, and some jacket strippers may not accommodate it. Check the product specifications. For Cat6a termination with ezEX48 connectors, the 10Gig Termination Kit (90170) includes compatible stripping tools.