Abstract: Methods and apparatus for stripping insulation from low profile high performance cable are disclosed. The apparatus includes hand-held tools with an aperture at each end for sequentially slicing or cutting predetermined layers of insulation from the cable at predetermined lengths from the end of the cable being stripped. The methods are for performing these steps whether performed by the tools, by a hand-held knife or by automated machinery.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for stripping insulation from low profile high performance cable are disclosed. The apparatus includes hand-held tools with an aperture at each end for sequentially slicing or cutting predetermined layers of insulation from the cable at predetermined lengths from the end of the cable being stripped. The methods are for performing these steps whether performed by the tools, by a hand-held knife or by automated machinery.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to apparatus for magazine storage and assembling strain relief clips which anchor a multi-conductor cable to a cover assembled over the cable and a multi-contact connector. The apparatus further includes means for assisting an operator to slidably assemble the cover over the cable and connector prior to assembly of a strain relief clip thereto. In the instance whereby a connector is provided at opposite ends of a length of cable, two assembly stations are provided for simultaneous assembly of covers and strain relief clips at opposite ends of the cable length.