Ripley UtilityTool SCS Series User manual

Ripley Tools LLC
46 Nooks Hill Road, Cromwell, CT 06416
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail] www.ripley-tools.com
Product Overview
The SCS Semi-con Scoring Tool is used to make precision score
depth cuts on high voltage power cables with strippable semi-con
for the purpose of proper semi-con removal. The cable size range is
8mm to 51mm (.31 - 2.0”) diameter over the semi-con screen. The
tool scoring depth is up to 4 mm (.16”).
Product Features
ŸSemi-con diameter range 8mm - 51mm (.31” - 2.00”)
ŸBlade depth adjustment range up to 4 mm (.16”) deep
ŸTri-action scoring capability: ring cut, spiral cut, longitudinal cut
ŸFour (4) spiral cut settings for optimal chip width
ŸMicro indexing blade depth adjustments in 0.05 mm (.002”)
increments
ŸBlade squaring adjustment feature
ŸCompact size, 2” operating envelope
1. Blade Depth Setting: Set the blade to a depth equal to 75-90%
the thickness of the semi-con screen. To do this, rotate the black
blade depth adjustment knob A clockwise until the slot in the split
collar aligns with the desired blade depth. The adjusting knob is
capable of four complete revolutions for up to 4 mm (.16”) total
depth, with each index moving the blade 0.05 mm (.002”) deeper.
Always ensure that the blade depth is not more than the semi-con
thickness. If the semi-con thickness is not known, the blade depth
should be checked for acceptability on a sample piece of the cable
being prepared. If a sample is not available, the cable end can be
used as a test section.
2. Ring cut: (Fig.2) Observe the blade position mark on the blade
position knob B. Rotate the knob fully to the le. The tool is in the
ring cut position when the mark is facing forward. (See Fig 1 and
2). Lower the jaw to open the tool and secure the tool on the
cable at the termination point of the semi-con, as described in the
preparation instructions. Rotate the tool 1 full turn counter
clockwise around the circumference of the cable for a ring cut. If
room allows, the use of the SCS-C stop clamp on the cable will
help ensure a square cut is made.
Operating Instructions
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U.S. Patent D721,563 S
Ring Cut
Circumferential
Blade Position
CCW Tool rotation
Fig.2
Fig.1
Depth Adjusting
Knob (A)
Blade
Positioning
Knob (B)
SCS SEMI-CON
SCORING TOOL
WARNING! THIS TOOL SHOULD NOT BE USED ON LIVE ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS. IT IS NOT PROTECTED AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
Always use OSHA/ANSI/CE or other industry approved eye protection when using tools. This tool is not to be used for purposes other than intended.
Read carefully and understand instructions before using this tool.
WARRANTY: RIPLEY warrants its products against defective materials and workmanship for a period of two years from date of shipment from the RIPLEY factory provided the product is utilized in accordance with instructions and specified ratings.

3. Spiral cut: (Fig.3) With the tool still in place on the cable,
turn the blade positioning knob to one of the spiral cut
locations. The symbols represent relative semi-con
diameters, and assist in setting the best tool pitch for various
cable sizes. The tool pitch is most aggressive at the smallest .
Turn the tool counter clockwise and allow it to advance toward
the end of the cable, and completely off the cable.
Note: If preferred, the tool may be operated from the end of the
cable and advanced inward. Reverse the operating instructions
above, advancing the tool with clockwise rotation.
4. Longitudinal score cuts: (Fig.4) If preferred, the tool will
allow for longitudinal score cuts as an option. After finishing
the ring cut in step 2, proceed to the longitudinal cuts by
rotating the blade positioning knob to the longitudinal tracking
position. Carefully pull the tool down the full length of the
cable scoring it to the cable end. Position the tool back on the
cable at the ring cut and create the desired amount of score
cuts down the length of the semi-con.
5. Semi-con removal: (Fig.5) With long nose pliers or other
appropriate tool, remove the semi-con in one continuous chip
(spiral), or as individual chips (longitudinal scores).
Model Part No. Blade Scale Features and Use
SCS 43630
Imperial (inch) General purpose semi-con scoring for
most medium voltage cable
constructions. Standard cable guide.
SCS Metric 43625 Metric (mm)
SCS-V2 43651 Imperial (inch) Narrowed cable guide suitable for
sheathed and jacketed 3 phase
assemblies. Allows for better tool control
on highly bowed or curved cable.
SCS-V2 Metric 43650 Metric (mm)
43639 table 02-23-22
Ripley Tools LLC
46 Nooks Hill Road, Cromwell, CT 06416
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Fig.3
Fig.4
Semi-con Removal Fig.5
SCS Tool Models and Replacement Blade
Spiral cut
Blade Position
CCW Tool rotation
Left to Right Tool direction
Longitudinal Cut
Blade position
Left to Right Longitudinal Tool Direction
SCS Replacement Blade, p/n 43645: All models
SCS-V2
with narrow
cable guide

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Approval:
43639rev9
The SCS tool is factory assembled for
proper blade registration and tracking. If
blade replacement is necessary, the ring
cut can be checked and adjusted for proper
alignment. The SCS is designed with a
blade alignment feature to ensure the ring
cut will track squarely. If misalignment is
determined, turn the blade alignment
adjusting screw with a 1/8” hex wrench in
the correct direction to bring the tool back
to a properly tracking ring cut.
Fig.7 Fig.8
1. Keep the tool
clean and dry.
2. Occasionally apply a
few drops of 3-in-1 or
WD-40 oil under blade
position knob in this
corner shown to
maintain smooth blade
indexing.
Blade Replacement Instruction
1. Turn the black blade adjusting knob counterclockwise until it
stops. The dial should read 0.
2. Loosen the blade retaining screw with a 1/16 hex wrench and
remove blade from the collar. (Fig.7)
3. Insert a section of cable into the tool with the base of the
scoring head resting on the cable OD. (Fig.8)
4. Insert a new blade assembly through the collar with the flat
of the shaft facing the screw. Drop the blade so it is resting on
the cable OD. Re-tighten the blade holding screw against the
flat portion of the blade shaft. (Fig.8)
5. Re-adjust the blade to the desired depth setting.
Tool Upkeep Blade Alignment feature
Tool Adjustments and Upkeep
Blade alignment
adjusting screw