Rockwell Automation 1786-series ControlNet Coax Media Planning and Installation Guide - Manual (Page 52)

52 Publication CNET-IN002B-EN-P - June 2010
Chapter 3 Install a ControlNet Coax Media System
Strip the Cable Follow these steps to strip the cable.
When cutting cable sections, make them long enough to route from one tap to
the next with sufficient length so that the bend radius is not less than:
•
76.2 mm (3 in.) for wiring external to enclosures.
•
38.1 mm (1.5 in.) for wiring inside enclosures.
1. Verify that you have the proper memory blade holder installed for the
type of cable you are using (catalog number PVC-CL2 or FEP-CL2P).
If you need to change the memory blade holder, see Appendix B .
2. Straighten out the end of the cable.
3. Insert the cable into the cable strip tool’s cutting chamber so that
approximately 25.4 mm (1 in.) of extra cable extends beyond the edge of
the tool.
ATTENTION
Check the outer braid of cable for cut or scored braid wire after
stripping the cable. If the braid is damaged, strip the cable
again. If needed, adjust the appropriate striper blade by backing
the set screw out 1/8 of a turn. Do not crimp the BNC to a
damaged braid. This type of mistake accounts for most of the
connectivity problems that occur. Precise, clean connections
will reduce network errors.
20165
Cable Catalog Number
25.4 mm (1 in.)
20073