The Ripley® UtilityTool® WS 68 SNAP XL is a power-driven end stripper engineered to eliminate the need for traditional knives when preparing secondary distribution cable ends. Mounted to a standard power drill via its 1/4in hex drive adapter, the tool strips concentric, compressed, and compacted conductor jacketing cleanly and consistently, without nicking or damaging the underlying conductor. The extended-length XL body accommodates a wider strip range than the standard WS 68 SNAP, making it suited for larger cable preparation jobs.

Designed for 600V secondary cable applications, the WS 68 SNAP XL supports conductor sizes from #6 AWG up to 750 kcmil when paired with the correct interchangeable bushing (sold separately). The tool's signature quick-connect collar allows crews to swap bushings quickly and securely — even while wearing work gloves — reducing downtime between jobs and improving overall efficiency on the pole or in the bucket truck.

This tool body is trusted by utility linemen, cable splicers, and electrical contractors who need repeatable, high-quality strip results on secondary cable. By removing the reliance on hand knives, the WS 68 SNAP XL reduces the risk of cuts and lacerations while helping crews achieve more reliable splices and terminations, cutting down on callbacks and rework.

• Power drill-driven design with 1/4in hex drive adapter for fast, consistent cable end stripping
• Patent-pending quick-connect collar for fast bushing changes, even with gloves on
• Extended XL body strips a wider range (0.625in – 5.0in) than standard WS 68 SNAP models
• Strips cleanly without damaging the conductor
• Eliminates the need for traditional knives, reducing risk of cuts and lacerations
• Compatible with #6 AWG to 750 kcmil conductors (bushings sold separately)
• Built-in strip stop scale for accurate, repeatable strip lengths
• Rated for 600V secondary distribution cable applications