Mid Span Slit & Ring Tool (8.7 mm-14.6 mm)

Mid-Span Slit & Ring Tool (MS-446)

Access fibers in heavy-duty, thick-walled cables effortlessly with the award-winning, patented MS-446. Tailored for AFL’s OSP MicroCore® LMHD-Series and similar cables, it combines precision slitting and ringing in one compact device for fast mid-span prep.

Key Features

• Dual-Function Grooves: Four longitudinal slit channels and four radial ring channels for 8.7–14.6 mm jackets
• Accurate Alignment: Top indicator line positions the blade for consistent, precise cuts and rings
• Compact & Portable: Weighs just 0.54 lb with a tethering hole—ideal for tight spaces and field work
• Durable Performance: Hardened steel blades last up to 5,000 operations; replaceable with MS-446RB blade set
• Cable-Specific Design: Optimized for AFL OSP MicroCore® LMHD-Series and other thick-walled fiber jackets
• Award-Winning Innovation: Part of the MS Series honored by Cabling Installation & Maintenance Gold Awards

Groove Sizes

8.7–9.1 mm | 9.5–9.9 mm | 11.8–12.2 mm | 14.2–14.6 mm

Specifications

• Cut Types: Longitudinal slit & radial ring
• Cable Compatibility: Heavy-duty OSP MicroCore® (LMHD-Series) 8.7–14.6 mm OD
• Dimensions: 4.00″ × 1.50″ × 3.10″ (101 × 38 × 79 mm)
• Weight: 0.54 lb (244 g)

Equip your toolkit with the MS-446 for reliable, damage-free mid-span slitting and ringing on large-diameter cables.

• MS-446 Data Sheet

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