CommScope Trunk & Distribution Cable - Manual (Page 58)

MC 2 ®
Connectorization
Use the right tools: a MC 2 jacket stripper, a file, center conductor cleaning tool, wrenches sized for the connectors
(adjustable wrenches are fine) and cable cutters. A hi-torque, low-speed drill or a ratchet are optional, but will
speed the process.
Wearing safety glasses and gloves are recommended.
Prepare the cable by using the cable cutters to trim the cable to a smooth, round end. It is important to cut
the cable so that one of the cable’s discs is flus the end of the final cable cut, this is
necessary to prevent the center conductor from becoming misaligned in the coring tool.
Remove the jacket using an MC 2 jacket removal tool. This tool rotates round the cable and removes jacket
material without scoring the aluminum. A knife is not recommended for this process. Remove any MigraHeal
compound that may be on the shield.
Remove the proper amount of shield and dielectric with the MC 2 coring tool. Slide the cable into the tool until it
stops. With slight forward pressure, twist the coring tool (either by hand or mechanically with the ratchet or drill) so
that the blade begins to strip and core the cable. Continue to turn the coring tool until the proper trim dimensions
are achieved. Clean the dielectric and shield residue from the tool.
Clean the center conductor by using a non-metallic cleaning tool. Score the coating on the center conductor at
the shield and scrape it toward the end of the conductor. The conductor is clean if the copper is bright and shiny.
DO NOT USE A KNIFE or other metal tool as it may damage the copper cladding.
Slide the shrink tubing (highly recommended) over the cable end, then attach the connector according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Place and shrink the boot. Note: if you are using a heat-shrink boot, apply the flame
carefully. Overuse of the torch may melt the jacket and dielectric.
6.9 Connectorization
Overview of MC 2 Connectorization