Abstract: A crimping tool for connecting a cable fitting to the end of a coaxial cable is made up of one or more die members having tapered die surfaces, a chuck which is axially spaced from the die surfaces to support the fitting in loosely assembled relation to the end of the cable, and a handle operates through a ratchet mechanism to cause axial movement of the chuck toward and away from the die surfaces and axially force the fitting into the die cavity so as to uniformly reduce the circumference of one end of the fitting into a generally conical configuration snugly engaging the cable.

Abstract: A protective cover assembly for electrical cables to be extended along a wall or floor surface includes interfitting U-shaped clip members and cover strips having complementary flange portions between their respective sidewalls, and the sidewalls of the clip members are provided with cable retainers to temporarily retain the cables in place during installation and spacer tabs to maintain uniform spacing with a baseboard or other trim. A re-entry tool is provided for positive separation or release of the cover strip from the clip members and specially formed slots are provided in the bases of the clip members for insertion of different types of anchor fasteners.

Abstract: A crimping tool for connecting a cable fitting to the end of a coaxial cable is made up of one or more die members having tapered die surfaces of circular configuration, a chuck which is axially spaced from the die surfaces to support the fitting in loosely assembled relation to the end of the cable, and a handle is pivotally mounted in such a way as to cause axial movement of the chuck toward and away from the die surfaces and specifically to axially force the fitting into the die cavity and uniformly reduce the circumference of one end of the fitting into a generally conical configuration snugly engaging the cable.