Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley ControlNet 1786 Series, Installation Instructions Manual, Page: 45 / 74

Publication CNET-IN002A-EN-P - December 2001
Install a ControlNet Coax Media System 3-9
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:
•
76.2mm (3”) for wiring external to enclosures
•
38.1mm (1.5”) for wiring inside enclosures
1. Verify that you have the proper memory blade holder installed
for the type of cable you are using (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.
ATTENTION
!
Be certain to perform the calibration procedure the
first time you use the tool and every time you change
the blade or both memory cartridges. Refer to
Page 3-7 for the proper calibration procedure.
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.
blade holder
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