2 Ethernet Cable Strippers for Mid-Span Access or a Stated Diameter Limit

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Which Ethernet cable stripper fits your cable category, size, and jacket-access needs? One supports mid-span jacket access, while another specifies a maximum cable diameter of 0.366 inch (9.3 mm).

Product	Stated cable categories
Klein Tools VDV110-261	Shielded or unshielded CAT3, CAT5/5e, and CAT6/6A twisted pair
Jonard Tools CSR-56	CAT3 through CAT8 network cables

1. Klein Tools VDV110-261

Best for Mid-span jacket access

For lengthwise slitting or mid-span jacket access, Klein Tools VDV110-261 has an additional external blade for those tasks. Its strip length is variable.

Confirm your cable is shielded or unshielded CAT3, CAT5/5e, or CAT6/6A twisted pair, the stated cable types it strips.

Klein Tools VDV110-261

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2. Jonard Tools CSR-56

Best for Specified cable diameter

For CAT3 through CAT8 network cable jacket removal, Jonard Tools CSR-56 supports cable diameters up to 0.366 inch (9.3 mm). Check that your cable falls within the stated category range and maximum diameter.

Jonard Tools CSR-56

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Which should you choose?

• Klein VDV110-261: Choose it for mid-span or lengthwise jacket access and variable strip length. If you need stated CAT3-through-CAT8 coverage or a documented maximum cable diameter, Jonard CSR-56 lists both, up to 0.366 in (9.3 mm).
• Jonard CSR-56: Choose it for CAT3-through-CAT8 coverage and a 0.366 in (9.3 mm) maximum cable diameter. If mid-span access or variable strip length matters, Klein VDV110-261 has an external blade and variable strip length.