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Passive Components for RS-485 Networks
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PROFIBUS Networks SIMATIC NET
6GK1970-5CA20-0AA1 Release 2 05/2000
4.2.3 Using the FastConnect Stripping Tool for Preparing FC Cables
The steps required to strip a cable are illustrated using the using the FastConnect
bus connector with a 90
°
cable outlet 6ES7972-0BB50-0XA0.
They apply analogously to the FastConnect bus connector with a 180
°
cable outlet
6GK1500-0FC00.
1. How to hold the stripping
tool in the right hand
2. Measure the length to be
stripped by holding the cable
against the template. Mark
the position using the index
finger of your left hand.
3. Insert the measured end of
the cable into the tool as far
as allowed by the index finger
of the left hand.
4. Clamp the end of the cable
in the stripping tool. 5. Turn the tool four times in
the direction of the arrow for
PVC insulation (eight times
for PUR or PE insulation). 6. Keeping the tool closed,
remove it from the end of the
cable. If the cut is poor,
change the blade cassette.
7. Remnants remain in the
tool. After opening the tool,
the remnants of the cable can
be removed. 8. Remove the protective
layer from the cores. 9. Fit the FastConnect cable
into the connector.