JONARD | Mid Span Slit & Ring Tool (9.8 mm-18.2 mm) | #MS-526
JONARD TOOLS | PART #MS-526
Mid Span Slit & Ring Tool (9.8 mm-18.2 mm)
DESCRIPTION
The PATENTED and award-winning MS-526 Mid Span Slit and Ring Tool is designed to provide easy access to optical fibers in Corning Altos loose tube cable with binderless FastAcess technology (as well as other similar thin-walled 9.8 to 18.2 mm diameter jackets). Building on the popularity of the Jonard Tools MS-6 and MS-26 Fiber Optic Mid Span Slitting Tools, we have incorporated a ring feature in the tool to make it even more versatile
- Consists of 4 precision slitting grooves and 4 precision ring grooves ranging in size from 9.8 mm to 18.2 mm
- One side of the tool performs radial/ring cuts and the other side slits the cable (longitudinal cut)
- Compact design weighing less than 0.61 lb (277 g) with included tethering hole makes it perfect to use in tight spaces or on the go
- The indicator line on top of the unit indicates the position of the blade for accurate slitting and ringing
- This tool was specially designed for use on Corning Altos® loose tube with FastAccess® technology cables and other similar style cables
- Replacement blade set available, part number: MS-526RB
- Blades last for 5,000 slits/cuts
- All of our MS Series Mid Span Tools are patented for their unique design and functionality. Our MS-426 won the 2019 Cabling Installation & Maintenance Gold award for innovation and our MS-6 won the same prestigious award in 2018!
Groove Sizes: 9.8-10.2 mm | 11.8-12.2 mm | 15.4-15.8 mm | 17.8-18.2 mm
Function: Slit & Ring
Cable Diameter: 9.8 mm-18.2 mm
DOCUMENTS
Mid Span Slit & Ring Tool Datasheet
SPECIFICATIONS
| Cut Type |
Slit, Ring |
|---|---|
| Number of Slitting Grooves |
4 |
| Number of Ringing Grooves |
4 |
| Cable Type |
Corning Altos® with FastAccess® |
| Cable Diameter |
9.8 mm-18.2 mm |
| Dimensions |
3.58" x 1.53" x 3.37" (9.1 cm x 3.9 cm x 8.6 cm) |
| Weight | 0.49 lb (223.368 g) |
| UPC # | 810053350119 |
Common Questions About the Jonard Tools MS 526 Mid Span Slit and Ring Tool
What is the Jonard Tools MS 526 used for?
The Jonard Tools MS 526 is used to perform mid span access on fiber optic cables by safely slitting and ringing loose tube jackets without damaging internal fibers.
Who is this tool designed for?
This tool is designed for fiber technicians, telecommunications crews, and outside plant professionals working with Corning Altos loose tube cables and similar thin walled fiber jackets.
What makes the MS 526 different from standard mid span tools?
Unlike basic mid span tools, the MS 526 combines precision slitting and ringing grooves in one compact tool, allowing accurate longitudinal and radial cuts across a wider cable diameter range.
At a Glance
• Mid span slit and ring tool for fiber optic cable access
• Designed for Corning Altos loose tube with FastAccess technology
• Supports cable diameters from 9.8 mm to 18.2 mm
• Compact, lightweight design for field and aerial work