Description
Jonard Tools MS-26 Large (2.9 mm-6.8 mm) Mid Span Slitter
The Jonard Tools MS-26 Mid Span Slitter (2.9 mm – 6.8 mm) is a precision fiber optic cable preparation tool designed for safe and efficient mid-span access to loose tube fiber optic cables. This specialized tool allows technicians to open the outer jacket or buffer tube along the length of a cable without damaging the internal fibers, making it ideal for fiber splicing, repairs, and network expansions.
Engineered for durability and accuracy, the MS-26 features a carefully designed blade system that enables installers to perform clean longitudinal slits on fiber optic cables within the 2.9 mm to 6.8 mm diameter range. This makes it an essential addition to the toolkits of fiber technicians, low voltage installers, telecom contractors, and network maintenance professionals.
Tri-Tek Electronics is an authorized distributor of Jonard Tools, providing genuine products with full manufacturer warranty coverage, factory support, and competitive pricing for installers and technicians throughout Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Scottsdale, and Glendale, Arizona.
Product Features
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Designed for mid-span access to fiber optic cables
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Supports cable diameters from 2.9 mm to 6.8 mm
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Precision blade design allows controlled jacket slitting
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Enables safe opening of fiber optic buffer tubes without damaging fibers
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Compact and ergonomic design for easy field use
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Durable hardened steel blades for long service life
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Lightweight tool ideal for installation and maintenance technicians
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Perfect for telecom, FTTH, and fiber network applications
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Trusted by fiber installers and network technicians worldwide
Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Model |
MS-26 |
| Tool Type |
Mid Span Fiber Optic Cable Slitter |
| Cable Diameter Range |
2.9 mm – 6.8 mm |
| Application |
Fiber Optic Cable Jacket / Buffer Tube Slitting |
| Blade Type |
Precision Hardened Steel Blade |
| Construction |
Industrial Grade Steel |
| Typical Use |
Mid-span fiber access for splicing or repair |
Typical Installation Scenario
During fiber optic network upgrades or maintenance, technicians often need to access fibers within an existing cable run without cutting the cable completely. Using the MS-26 Mid Span Slitter, installers can safely open the cable jacket along the length of the cable to access internal fibers for splicing or routing.
For example, when installing a splice enclosure during a FTTH deployment in Phoenix or Mesa, a technician can use the MS-26 to open the cable jacket cleanly and access the required fibers without disturbing other active fibers in the cable. This improves efficiency, reduces risk of fiber damage, and speeds up installation time for field technicians.
Why Installers Choose Jonard Tools
Jonard Tools are widely respected across the telecommunications and fiber optic industries for producing reliable, precision tools designed specifically for field technicians. The MS-26 Mid Span Slitter delivers consistent results in demanding installation environments where fiber protection and accuracy are critical.
Whether working on fiber backbone infrastructure, ISP deployments, data center fiber routing, or FTTH installations, technicians rely on Jonard tools to complete projects safely and efficiently.
Available at Tri-Tek Electronics – Mesa, Arizona
Tri-Tek Electronics proudly supplies Jonard Tools fiber optic installation tools to contractors, integrators, and network technicians throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, including Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Scottsdale, and Glendale.
Visit the Tri-Tek Electronics retail location in Mesa, AZ for expert assistance selecting the right fiber optic tools and installation equipment for your next project.
