How many centimeters of outer sheath should be stripped when opening an optical cable
With the sheath knife, gently shave or cut away a small channel of outer sheath along the 3-5 inch (8-13 cm) section from one ring cut to the other. Before pulling the ripcords, nick the armor with side cutters at the points where the ripcords disappear under the sheath. It is impossible to work in fiber optics without having a good working knowledge about cables and skills in pulling, placing and preparing cables for termination and splicing.
Read More